One Piece Episode 1119 Review: King Cobra Discovers Lily’s Letter Amidst Sabo’s Confrontation with Imu and the Five Elders

One Piece Episode 1119, titled The Entrusted Message! King Cobra’s Resolve, premiered in Japan on Sunday, September 15, 2024. This episode continues to delve into Sabo’s escapades in Mary Geoise, culminating in a tragic turn of events with the death of King Cobra, orchestrated by the leading figures of the World Government.

In the prior episode, Sabo ventured deeper into Pangaea Castle, searching for the Lost Chamber, while King Cobra held a meeting with the Five Elders. Unexpectedly, the enigmatic Imu made an appearance, revealing insights into Alabasta’s history.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers.

King Cobra’s Death Reveals the World Government’s True Nature in One Piece Episode 1119

Episode Highlights

King Cobra from One Piece Episode 1119 (Image via Toei)

The episode opens with Cobra rendered speechless as he confronts Imu seated on the Empty Throne, realizing the existence of a clandestine force controlling the world. He recalls the name Imu as familiar, belonging to one of the First Twenty. Imu, dismissing the notion, elaborates on the meaning of the letter *D*, indicating it represents those who opposed the First Twenty. Yet, the descendants bearing this initial remain oblivious to their heritage, linked back to Queen Lily’s grave error from 800 years ago.

It becomes clear that Queen Lily had scattered the Ponegliffs throughout the world, with Imu suspecting her actions were deliberate, potentially confirmed by a letter she left behind. Imu urges Cobra to disclose Lily’s full name, at which point he realizes his fate is sealed within that chamber, revealing the former Queen of Alabasta’s name: Nefeltari D. Lily. Meanwhile, Sabo, lurking in the shadows, overhears this vital exchange.

Upon hearing the name, Imu fatally strikes Cobra with a spear-shaped tail. In a bid to protect Sabo, who retaliates against Imu and the Five Elders with his Fire Fist and Rook Check, Cobra, aware of his impending demise, implores Sabo to inform Luffy and Vivi that the Nefeltari lineage bears the *D* designation.

Sabo from One Piece Episode 1119 (Image via Toei)

As Sabo recalls Luffy and Ace’s names bearing *D*, he is struck down, but with Cobra’s sacrifice, Sabo is granted a chance to flee. Before the king perishes, he reveals that Lily’s letter referenced the Ponegliffs adorned with the dawn flag.

Later, after Sabo escapes, the Five Elders and Imu see an eye peering through a wall crack—it’s King Wapol, who panics upon uncovering the dark secrets of the World Government and makes a hasty exit.

Meanwhile, Vivi, restrained and monitored by CP0 agents, is primarily focused on Shirahoshi’s wellbeing. She learns that Leo and Sai, who defended Shirahoshi from the unwelcome attention of Charlos, have pledged allegiance to Luffy. In a separate conflict, Fujitora, who aided the Revolutionary Army in liberating slaves, is engaged in battle with Ryokugyu.

When Wapol hastily enters the room, Vivi seizes the moment to escape with him. The episode concludes with Wapol’s wife, Kinderella, mistakenly presuming that Wapol is eloping with Vivi.

Review of One Piece Episode 1119

Imu from One Piece Episode 1119 (Image via Toei)

Episode 1119 is packed with thrilling moments and pivotal revelations. It recounts the tragic demise of the beloved King Cobra and the extraordinary circumstances surrounding his death.

In Cobra’s final moments, Imu and the Five Elders reveal their true forms, shocking even Sabo, who never anticipated encountering such darkness at the pinnacle of society.

The episode further develops Sabo’s entanglement in Cobra’s assassination, as a Den Den Mushi captured a photograph of Sabo standing alongside the critically injured king, which became public knowledge.

Wapol and Vivi from One Piece Episode 1119 (Image via Toei)

The narrative also delves into the emerging alliance between Vivi, Wapol, and Morgans, further adding intrigue. Although several details are yet to be unveiled, it’s evident that both Wapol and Vivi have become adversaries of the World Government. Sabo has already cautioned that anyone affiliated with Imu will be relentlessly pursued, as evidenced by Cobra’s death and the eradication of the Kingdom of Lulusia.

Overall, One Piece Episode 1119 is thrilling and well-paced, a welcome change given the anime’s often inconsistent pacing. It reassures fans that the looming threats the Straw Hats will face are serious and formidable. The stakes have certainly escalated, positioning Vivi and the Kingdom of Alabasta alongside the Straw Hats as members of the D-Clan, the natural foes of the World Government.

Recap of One Piece Episode 1118

Cobra discussing Queen Lily in One Piece (Image via Toei)

In Episode 1118, Sabo encounters Bonney at Pangaea Castle, where she also seeks to rescue Kuma. While evading the guards, they discover that anyone who stumbles upon the Lost Chamber would be eliminated.

King Cobra discusses the formation of the World Government 800 years ago by twenty monarchs who subsequently relocated to Mary Geoise to become the Celestial Dragons. In a twist, Alabasta’s Queen Lily chose to return home, unlike her counterparts.

Cobra uncovers that Lily never returned to Alabasta and that her brother ruled in her stead. The episode reaches a climax when Cobra is stunned by Imu’s rise to power on the Empty Throne.

Elsewhere, Kuma obeys Charlos’ orders, binding Shirahoshi in chains. To rescue her, Leo and Sai retaliate against Charlos while Morley attempts to restrain Kuma.

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