One Piece Chapter 1048
- Number
- 1048
- Release date
- 2022-05-09
- Saga
- Wano
- Arc
- Wano
Chapter Summary
Momonosuke headbutts Onigashima to get it out of the way of Luffy's attack, and Kaidou unveils a new technique to try to protect himself but fails due to Luffy's previous mastery of Ryuo and both attacks clash. Kawamatsu thinks back to the day 20 years ago when Kaidou and Orochi's forces attacked Kuri to kill Momonosuke and the beginning of Kaidou and Orochi's enslavement of Wano Country. Denjiro saves Hiyori from Orochi's attack and the people at the Fire Festival release their paper lantern...
What Happened in Chapter 1048?
The history of Wano's twenty-year wait is revisited. Momonosuke struggles with the responsibility of moving Onigashima. Luffy's final attack continues toward Kaido.
Key Events
- The history of Wano's twenty-year wait is revisited.
- Momonosuke struggles with the responsibility of moving Onigashima.
- Luffy's final attack continues toward Kaido.
Characters in Chapter 1048
Locations
Devil Fruits
Important Reveals
The suffering of Wano is tied directly to the promise made after Oden's death and the country's long-awaited liberation.
Why This Chapter Matters
The chapter connects the immediate battle to Wano's historical wound, giving the final confrontation emotional weight beyond a contest of strength.
What Could Happen Next?
The outcome depends on whether Luffy can finish the battle and whether Momonosuke can prevent Onigashima from destroying the capital.
Frequently Asked Questions
The chapter advances major story objectives, deepens arcs, and reframes important goals.
The chapter includes the major linked characters already mapped into the data model.