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Find out where to start reading the One Piece manga after the recent hiatus, covering key chapters and story arcs.
One Piece fans were recently struck with disappointing news about the anime going on a six-month hiatus. While expected by some, it was announced that the hiatus would end only by April 2025. Although it allows the production team to recharge and gives manga time to progress, it does not help viewers who remain unsure of what to do during the wait.
If you’re impatient to know the next part of the story and do not want to wait for the anime to return, now is the right time to get into the One Piece manga. You can catch up with the rest of the adventures that will unfold and see new developments come alive. But where exactly do you start reading after the anime?
In this guide, we will tell you which manga chapter to read after the latest anime episode and what to expect when the adventure continues. You can start reading the One Piece manga from chapter 1089.
Where to Start Reading the One Piece Manga After the Anime?
After finishing the latest episode of the One Piece anime, you can start reading the manga from chapter 1089. This chapter starts right from where the plot of the last released episode (Episode 1122) of Egghead Island ended. It continues the intense battle between Garp and the Blackbeard Pirates, so you’ll be transferred into the storyline in a completely seamless manner.
From chapter 1089, you’ll jump right into the current Egghead Island arc, where all the important events and developments in the future will happen. Besides, it’s also a great way to stay ahead while the anime is on hiatus. Since the manga is already ahead of the anime series, you won’t miss anything.
How Much of the One Piece Manga Has the Anime Covered?
The One Piece anime has covered a huge portion of the manga, such as the Wano Country arc, which was the biggest turning point in the story. In this arc, two Yonko, Kaido and Big Mom, were defeated. Some new alliances and power plays were also introduced. It has since moved on into the Egghead Island arc, which is currently taking place.
The Egghead Island arc showed the Straw Hats arriving at the futuristic Egghead Island, where they met Dr. Vegapunk and his various satellite bodies. So far, this arc has been shown to include the initial phases focusing on Vegapunk’s advanced technology, the interactions of the Straw Hats with him, and the looming threat from the World Government. Vegapunk is now considered a traitor, and the government is actively looking for him.
Along with these main plot lines, the anime focused on larger political conflicts in the background. Imu, the mysterious leader of the World Government, has taken the central stage with many more secrets yet to be revealed behind their identity. The killing of King Cobra of Alabasta has led to Vivi being missing and causing an outcry throughout. Meanwhile, it has been observed that the Revolutionary Army is moving into action. Sabo is accused of murdering King Cobra. He is at the center of a conspiracy by the World Government and Imu.
The anime has also covered the fierce battle between Garp and the Blackbeard Pirates. Garp headed a rescue mission to recover Koby from their arms, which climaxed with a dramatic confrontation. Such conflict brings the rising tensions of powerful factions before the public as Garp battles head-on with the crew of Blackbeard, adding another layer to the unfolding chaos in One Piece.
Should You Read the Manga or Wait for the Anime to Return from Hiatus?
It is important for fans to decide between reading the One Piece manga after episode 1122 or waiting for the anime to return from its hiatus. The anime is on a six-month break, and the Straw Hat Pirates will not return until April 2025. During this time, the manga will have already moved on to the Elbaph Arc, completing the Egghead Island arc.
Fans can now read the whole Egghead Island arc in one sitting, as the anime hasn’t started even half the plot development, making it perfect to immerse in at one’s own pace of getting deep into the characters, the way the plot develops, and all of its twist and turns. Along with this, with the latest Elbaph Arc, fans can follow Luffy and his crew on their next adventure. The new arc introduces fresh challenges and intriguing characters that will make the transition from the Egghead Island storyline seamless.
On the other hand, waiting for the return of the anime has positive sides. The anime delivers a unique visual and audio perspective. There are great animations of battle and emotional moments. In addition, the soundtrack and voice acting can give fans a better connection with the characters. The enjoyment of watching anime allows one to observe how the anime uses suspense through cliffhangers.
Are One Piece Movies Part of the Manga?
One Piece movies are not within the main storyline of the manga. Most of these movies have unique storylines and characters that never make their way into the manga or the anime.
Though a few of the movies do pick up arcs from the manga, they usually deviate creatively. One Piece: Film Z and Stampede depicts stories that have nothing to do with the events in the manga.
Conclusion
You can start reading the One Piece manga from 1089. The manga continues right where the animation left off. It follows a series of action-packed scenes that transpired on Egghead Island. As the series has been put on hold until April 2025, readers can follow and keep up with the tale through the manga.
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