One Piece: The Gorosei’s V. Nusjuro fighting Sanji in chapter 1113 is the most unexpected development yet

Prior to the customary Golden Week Holiday break, One Piece will bring joy to its fans with a fresh installment of the manga. However, readers will have to exercise patience as the legitimate translation and polished scans of the issue will only be released on April 29, 2024. In the meantime, eager fans can catch a glimpse of the chapter’s contents through the initial spoilers and raw scans.

According to the leaked information, the upcoming One Piece chapter 1113 will continue the story of the Egghead Incident and also introduce some surprising and thrilling developments that are sure to shock fans. With the arrival of the Gorosei, the most powerful figures in the World Government after Imu-sama, on Egghead, the Straw Hat Pirates and their allies are desperately trying to escape.

Despite the chaos consuming Egghead, fans were eagerly awaiting the highly anticipated battle between Roronoa Zoro, the second strongest member of the Straw Hat crew, and Saint Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro, the Gorosei’s formidable Warrior God of Finance. However, the recent events of One Piece chapter 1113 have revealed a surprising twist in the anticipated fight.

Please note: This article includes significant spoilers from the One Piece manga up to chapter 1113.

Sanji, Bonney, and the Giants face off against Nusjuro in One Piece chapter 1113

An overview of the new chapter’s spoilers

Nusjuro in front of Bonney and the others (Image via Shueisha)

In the previous chapter, Saint V. Nusjuro managed to find Jewelry Bonney, who was attempting to flee with Franky, Vegapunk Atlas, and several members of the Giant Warrior Pirates. Despite having already defeated all the Mark III Pacifista on the island, Nusjuro swiftly intercepted Bonney and her companions.

In the scans of One Piece chapter 1113, it was evident that Nusjuro was preparing to strike the group. However, before he could do so, Sanji suddenly appeared with Vegapunk’s body in hand. Amusingly, Sanji yelled at Franky to hold back, as he also wanted to impress Bonney without any interference from Franky’s actions against the approaching Gorosei.

Sanji goes on the attack (Image via Toei Animation)

Right after, Sanji delivered a forceful kick to Nusjuro’s face, reportedly causing one of his teeth to break. Despite this, the Gorosei remained unfazed and activated his Bakotsu form, transforming into a Yokai-like demonic horse. Nusjuro then retaliated with a counterattack.

Nusjuro sunk his large jaws into Sanji’s entire upper body, causing him to let out a scream of agony. The distressing sight caused Bonney to cry out. Fortunately, before Nusjuro could consume him, Oimo and Kashii of the Giant Warrior Pirates intervened and rescued Sanji.

Oimo and Kashii took hold of Nusjuro from behind, preventing him from escaping and making him release Sanji. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Bonney utilized her Distorted Future technique to transform into a colossal version of herself. With her enlarged form, she proceeded to assault Nusjuro. At the same time, Atlas managed to flee with Vegapunk’s body.

Will Sanji Fight Nusjuro in Place of Zoro?

Nusjuro using some of his powers (Image via Shueisha)

Prior to the release of One Piece chapter 1113, it was unlikely that Sanji would encounter and battle Nusjuro, as it seemed that Zoro was meant to face the formidable Warrior God of Finance. The introduction of the Five Elders in the narrative sparked speculation among fans about a potential showdown between Zoro and Nusjuro, as both are skilled swordsmen and prominent fighters within their respective factions.

It is worth mentioning that Nusjuro possesses a sword that bears a striking resemblance to the Sandai Kitetsu, one of the Twelve Supreme Grade Blades. This sword is also an upgraded version of the Shodai Kitetsu, one of the blades that Zoro acquired early on in the One Piece saga.

The correlation between Zoro and Nusjuro’s story does not end here, as fans speculate that Nusjuro, an immortal warrior, is believed to have fought alongside “Sword God”Ryuma, who is said to be Zoro’s ancestor. An intriguing coincidence is that Nusjuro’s powers were introduced in the same chapter where Zoro displayed his incredible prowess by defeating Rob Lucci.

Additionally, Zoro has adopted the moniker of “King of Hell”and possesses Enma, a sword named after the ruler of the Buddhist underworld. By wielding Enma, Zoro is capable of unleashing destructive and fiery assaults, which were further enhanced when he mastered the Advanced Conqueror’s Haki, increasing their impact.

This shows Zoro as both an equal and an opposite to Nusjuro, as the Five Elders member is able to transform into a fiery horse and unleash a freezing slash, making them a formidable foe.

It was widely believed that Zoro would face Saint Nusjuro, given their intriguing connection. Similarly, many fans anticipated that Sanji would either seek revenge against Saint Saturn for his actions towards Vegapunk, Bonney, and himself, or confront Saint Shepherd Ju Peter.

Naturally, Eiichiro Oda, the author of One Piece, enjoys keeping his readers on their toes by incorporating unexpected plot twists and surprises. It would not be out of character for him to create a lot of excitement around a certain event, only to later reveal it as a misdirection despite all previous indications.

Overall, the Egghead Arc serves as a prime illustration of this concept, with the recent chapters showcasing a series of unexpected events. It’s gratifying to witness Sanji finally stepping into the spotlight, especially after his lackluster performances in the majority of One Piece’s post-timeskip narrative leading up to the Wano Arc.

Despite his efforts, Sanji was unable to prevent Admiral Kizaru from attacking and allegedly killing Vegapunk. However, this incident has presented an opportunity for the chef of the Straw Hat Pirates to make amends.

What will happen next in One Piece?

Sanji during the Egghead Arc (Image via Toei Animation)

Currently, the ongoing developments in each new chapter of the manga make it challenging to make reliable predictions. The upcoming One Piece chapters will be the only source of information to reveal the direction chosen by the author, Eiichiro Oda, for the franchise’s narrative.

Despite Oda’s unpredictable storytelling, one thing is certain: nothing is ever definite. As Saint Saturn easily defeated Sanji, threatened Bonney, and left a nasty wound on Vegapunk, whom Sanji had vowed to protect, many fans anticipated the cook of the Straw Hat Pirates seeking revenge on the former in the future.

According to One Piece chapter 1113, the manga will follow a different path. Sanji must proceed with caution, as Nusjuro appears to be even more powerful than Saturn, an adversary who recently caused him a great deal of difficulty.

Fortunately, Franky, Bonney, and the two Giants, Oimo and Kashii, were present to offer much-needed assistance. In the latest One Piece chapter, 1113, Sanji was rescued from Nusjuro’s clutches by Oimo and Kashi, who held him back. In the meantime, Bonney took the offensive and prepared to strike Nusjuro while the Giants kept him restrained.

It is crucial for everyone to lend their support, as the Five Elders possess overwhelming strength. This is evident when Sanji, who had rushed to aid the others against Nusjuro, quickly realized he required their assistance to withstand Nusjuro’s fierce retaliation.

Despite their reckless behavior, the Elders are well aware that they possess the ability to heal from any injury. This was demonstrated when Ju Peter regenerated after being sliced in half, and when Saturn emerged unscathed despite being blasted by Franky and attacked by both Kuma and Luffy.

Despite the odds, the Straw Hat Pirates must find a way to outsmart Egghead and break free. Their journey cannot come to a halt here.