This article contains spoilers for the One Piece series.
2025 is coming to an end, and it was definitely a big year a piece. While Elbaf began in 2024, it was in 2025 that most of its events unfolded. Fans also saw the proper introduction of the Holy Knights and the appearance of Saint Emu. Apart from that, fans got the most exciting flashback of the story. This flashback won't end in 2025, but this year, fans were able to see a large part of Harald's story, as well as that of Rocks D. Xebec, and the full story of God Valley.
One Piece: Oda confirms a new timeskip after the Elbaf arc
Elbaf is a major arc, and after its end, One Piece will get a new short timeskip.
It is safe to say that many lore about that a piece It was unveiled to the world this year. 2026, however, could be even bigger for fans, especially after Oda's latest message came out. Like every year, Eiichiro Oda left a big message for fans of the series. This message reveals that the man with The Burn Scar is about to join the storyAnd probably very soon. With a burn scar in the picture, there is a possibility of reaching a laugh tail. The identity and secrets of The Man with the Burn Scar can drastically change the story of a fragment.
Burn Scar may appear in the One Piece manga in 2026
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Burn Scar is a legendary man Oda has been hinting at for some time
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Burn Scar will officially appear after Elbaf
a piece It is full of very interesting characters, and it is clear that many of these interesting characters were left for the final saga. Shanks and Monkey d. Only the likes of the Dragons will make their full moves, but they're not the only ones Oda has kept in the shadows.
In One Piece chapter 1056, Wano's epilogue, a very important character was introduced by Eustass Kid and Killer, and that is Burn Scar.. This character was first mentioned by the killer, and he is quite easy The most mysterious character of a piece. The only thing fans know about him is that he has a burn scar on himself and that he travels in an all-black ship and causes whirlpools to drown others.
It could very well be Burn Scar is a character that fans already know about, or at least someone who has already been named but not seen.. but, It's possible that Burn Scar is someone completely new that Oda plans to introduce in the final saga..
however, The truth about the Burn Scar will become clearer after Elbaf is finished. During Jump Festa 2026, Ichiro Oda dropped his long-awaited annual message. He disclosed in the message That Burn Scar is expected in the next chapter of the story, planned for 2026
Of course, this does not confirm that he will appear in 2026, as Oda often miscalculates the time to wrap up the arc, but his arrival is certainly possible. Fans will just have to wait and see what happens after Elbaf ends.
“To all who visit Jump Festa! Hello!! Toward a future society where life shines! I'm O-Maku-da Maku-ichiro!!
When I asked my editor to summarize what we're doing next year for this comment, there was a great line-up of events! (But they said,) “You cannot talk of this, or this, or this, or this yet.” Wait – does that mean I can say almost nothing!?
Looking at the list, many projects are clearly aimed at an international audience (including Japan, of course). The previously announced new anime, The One Piece, is also made for a global audience and continues to progress.
And next year on March 10th, Season 2 of the Hollywood live-action One Piece will finally be released!! A helicopter will debut! Every time new footage comes out, I can't help but say, “So cuuuute, so cuuuute.” Come March next year, you'll all be saying the same thing!!
Be sure to fully enjoy the Straw Hat Crew vibes from the rest of the wonderfully eccentric cast, including Iñaki and others. In fact, filming for Season 3 has already begun, which means the Arab arc will be completed with it. Please wait!!
As for the anime movie, I've been told I'm not allowed to talk about it! And honestly, I can't say it's progressing smoothly. But maybe saying that will get things moving – like, “Hey, hurry up!!” (laughter)
This is definitely something that I think many of you will be very interested in, so please wait patiently…very patiently.
Now, since it's Jump Festa, let's talk about the original Jump manga!
After a long, long flashback – like a deep dive into history – we return to the present day, and as your perspective on Elbaf begins to change… BOOM!! It ends with a big, attractive finish. And from here on out, things get really intense.
That island that only the Pirate King had reached!? A man marked by fire appeared!! Two people who have never crossed paths finally meet!! And the two of them run into each other!! Is next year going to be a full blown festival of clashes?
The story moves at lightning speed, but unfortunately I am old, so taking care of my health, I will continue to travel through the piece for the next year at its fastest speed – steady and full power. Festivals ahead!!
Please wait for it!!!” – Ichiro Oda
After the appearance of Burn Scar, the final Poneglyph will be in reach
Burn Scar is a very important character to the story. Without Burn Scar, Luffy, or anyone else for that matter, the Pirate King cannot become and find. a piece.
One Piece: Oda finally reveals why the dragon left the Marines
Monkey D. Dragon is a mysterious character, but Oda finally reveals why he left the Marines in one piece.
That's because Burn Scar has the last Road Poneglyph in his possession. Burn Scar has taken the first road poneglyph on Fish Man Island and is currently guarding it. His current whereabouts are unknown, but he has been searched for this fact.
Burn Scar is such a prominent character that it was even said by Kidd that he would be the key to the battle for One Piece.
With all four Road Ponglyphs, the laughing story can finally be reached
Road of One Piece Poneglyphs are special. Unlike the usual poneglyphs seen in one piece, they are red in color, and only four of them exist.
These Road Ponglyphs are scattered all over the world. The first one found by the Straw Hat Pirates was in ZouJunesha's back is hidden. The Straw Hat Pirates were taken to the Whale Tree.
The second poneglyph was acquired during the Straw Hats' incursion of Hole Cake Island.. Yonko Big Mom had this road poneglyph, and through Brooke's efforts the Straw Hats were able to obtain a copy of it.
The third, and most recent was acquired in WanoIn Mount Fuji Cave. Protected by Yonko Kaido, it certainly wasn't easy to get.
with that, The Straw Hat Pirates have three Road Poneglyphs. Other pirates, such as the Red Hair Pirates and the Blackbeard Pirates, are also close to getting all four.
The only thing missing is Burn Scar's road poneglyph. Once this is acquired, one piece, the location of the final island in Laugh Tail, will be revealed. With the unveiling of Laugh Tale's location, the search for a fragment will finally begin, and possibly the final battle will also kickstart.
Eiichiro Oda's One Piece focuses on the journey of Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates as they travel the seas to claim the great treasure known as One Piece. The manga is now on its final saga. One piece will be featured in this week's Weekly Shonen Jump issue. The official release date of One Piece Chapter 1170 is January 4, 2026. In Japan, One Piece drops on Mondays at 12AM JST, which is 11:00 AM EST, or 8:00 AM PT. Fans can read the chapter for free on the Manga Plus and Shonen Jump apps. Doing this will ensure that fans will always support the author.
