One Piece Episode 1120 Review: Revealing Imu’s Likely Identity as Sabo Concludes His Reverie Account

One Piece episode 1120, titled The World Is Shaken! The Ruler’s Judgment and the Five Elders’ Actions!, premiered in Japan on Sunday, September 22, 2024. This highly anticipated episode wraps up Sabo’s narration of the incidents that transpired during and shortly after the Reverie. Viewers are introduced to the identities of the Five Elders, the top-ranking officials within the World Government, and the true nature of the shadow ruler of the world. Additionally, updates on Vivi’s escape from the Holy Land of Mary Geoise are revealed.

In the preceding episode, fans witnessed Sabo’s secretive entry into the chamber where Cobra confronted the Five Elders and Imu, leading to the unfortunate demise of the King of Alabasta. There were also hints regarding the pivotal role played by Queen Lily during the Void Century, a legacy that has far-reaching implications for the present.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers.

Sabo, Bonney, and Vivi’s Escape from Mary Geoise in One Piece Episode 1120

Brief Episode Highlights

Sabo in One Piece episode 1120 (Image via Toei)

In One Piece episode 1120, Sabo is depicted as injured and struggling to walk while being pursued by guards. Despite his injuries, he is determined to convey King Cobra’s message to both Vivi and Luffy. As a guard notices him, a violent encounter ensues, resulting in bloodshed.

At the port, Sabo—now disguised as a guard—offers to guide King Seki and Princess Comane of the Lulusia Kingdom to their ship, effectively becoming a stowaway on their vessel. Meanwhile, Bonney makes her escape on a ship heading towards the Tajine Kingdom.

Amid the chaos in One Piece episode 1120, while Igaram, Chaka, and Pell search for Cobra and Vivi, Vivi and Wapol manage to evade capture by hiding behind barrels and crates, ultimately sneaking into the luggage bound for the Eigis Kingdom’s ship.

Wapol makes a deal with Morgans, proposing an exchange of information for rescue. While Morgans is eager for the scoop, Wapol refrains from revealing key details to both Morgans and Vivi. He also opts not to let Vivi use his Transponder Snail to contact her father, aware that Cobra has fallen.

The Five Elders in One Piece episode 1120 (Image via Toei)

In One Piece episode 1120, the Five Elders receive urgent orders from Imu to deploy Vegapunk’s Mother Flame to obliterate the nearby Lulusia Kingdom, which is currently in a state of rebellion. Imu also expresses a desire to secure Vivi.

The names of the Five Elders are dramatically unveiled: St. Jaygarcia Saturn, Godhead of Science and Defense; St. Marcus Mars, Godhead of Environment; St. Topman Warcury, Godhead of Justice; St. Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro, Godhead of Finance; and St. Shepherd Ju Peter, Godhead of Agriculture.

In the present timeline, Ivankov makes two crucial observations regarding Imu’s existence, the death of Cobra, and the impending destruction of the Lulusia Kingdom. He notes that among the First Twenty who established the World Government 800 years ago, there was a Saint Imu from the Nerora Dynasty.

Given the potential for immortality, Ivankov theorizes that Imu may indeed be living proof. He suggests that it’s likely Imu wields an Ancient Weapon and utilized it against the Lulusia Kingdom. Dragon questions why this weapon hasn’t been used previously and what prompted its deployment now.

Garling in One Piece episode 1120 (Image via Toei)

The episode culminates with Mjosgard’s execution for standing up for the Fish-men, presided over by Judge Saint Figarland Garling, a former champion of God Valley and the Supreme Commander of the Holy Knights.

One Piece Episode 1120 Review

Akainu in One Piece episode 1120 (Image via Toei)

One Piece episode 1120 illustrates the escalating instability in the world as revolutions gain momentum. Under Fleet Admiral Akainu’s directives, the Navy responds to the uprisings with extreme measures, even employing the Seraphim forces.

This aggressive stance may further exacerbate tensions, potentially rallying more public support behind the Revolutionary Army. Additionally, the upper echelons of the World Government demonstrate a blatant disregard for the lives of ordinary citizens caught in the crossfire.

The episode further explores the motivations behind the highest ranks of the Celestial Dragons and their willingness to submit to individuals.

Moreover, it unveils the World Government’s tactics to manipulate media narratives. For example, Sabo is wrongfully accused of murdering Cobra, while the execution of Celestial Dragon Mjosgard is kept confidential, highlighting the lengths to which the World Government will go to retain power. Nevertheless, in One Piece episode 1120, Dragon remains hesitantly cautious about escalating the conflict further.

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Sabo and Cobra in One Piece (Image via Toei)

In the previous episode, Cobra learns from Imu that the ‘D’ name signifies those who resisted the First Twenty. Imu hinted that the origins of the D clan are closely tied to a misstep by Queen Lily 800 years ago, when she scattered the Poneglyphs across the globe. Imu also disclosed knowledge of Lily’s letter while confirming Cobra’s understanding that her full name is Nefeltari D. Lily.

Imu subsequently attacked Cobra with a spear-like tail. Sabo, who had been lying in wait, confronted Imu and the shadowy Five Elders. In a desperate attempt to aid Cobra, Sabo learns Cobra’s final message to Luffy and Vivi—that the Nefeltari family bears the D. Although Cobra ultimately dies, he manages to convey that Lily’s letter indicated the Poneglyphs bore the dawn flag.

As the chaos unfolded, King Wapol, who had been observing events, fled upon being detected by the Elders, while Vivi, previously held captive by CP0, also managed to escape with him.

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