One Piece Chapter 1145 Full Summary: Fire, Flashbacks, and the Return of Xebec
The latest installment of One Piece, Chapter 1145, titled “Fire at the 2nd Forest District on Branch Route 8,” has left fans reeling with intense action, deep emotional backstories, and a shocking flashback that ties a major character to one of the most mysterious figures in One Piece lore—Rocks D. Xebec.
With 19 pages—17 traditional manga panels and 2 stunning color spreads—this chapter weaves together high-octane battles, hilarious Straw Hat interactions, and world-shaking revelations. Let’s dive into a full breakdown of the chapter and explore every detail, from the Underworld meat hunt to the fires of Sun World, and the return of characters we never thought we’d see again.
Also Read Previous Chapters: 1137, 1138, 1139, 1140, 1141, 1142, 1143, 1144.
A Dual Cover Surprise: Color Spread & Regular Cover
One of the rare treats this week is the dual cover—a regular manga-style cover paired with a special color spread drawn by Midori Matsuda, the anime’s character designer. The spread is pure fan service: the Straw Hat Pirates are chilling in a room filled with TVs, watching new Egghead Island anime episodes.
Fans will appreciate this colorful and comedic nod to the anime’s current arc while the manga dives deep into darker themes.
Yamato’s Pilgrimage Vol. 30: Ulti’s Return
The cover story side arc also progresses in an emotional and action-packed way. In “Ogre Child Yamato’s Golden Harvest Surrogate Pilgrimage, Vol. 30,” Yamato smashes the dartboard prison that held Ulti captive. The real shock comes next—Ulti is alive! As Yamato looks on, Ulti emotionally hugs her brother Page One, who’s still chained on the floor.
This marks a huge return for both Ulti and Page One after being out of the spotlight for a while, and it signals the possibility of redemption or revenge as their story continues.
Zoro, Sanji, and Goldberg’s Dino Hunt in the Underworld
The main chapter kicks off in style with a breathtaking double-page spread set in the Underworld. Zoro, Sanji, and Goldberg are on a mission to hunt meat for Loki, and they encounter a prehistoric behemoth—a Groggysaurus, which resembles a colossal Brontosaurus.
The beast attacks without warning. Goldberg jumps in to protect the team with his unique shield—“Nash,” a sentient Homie with eyes and a mouth. The Groggysaurus shatters Nash’s outer shell, but this only fuels the trio to strike back.
Zoro and Sanji team up for a combo attack dubbed “Armée de l’Air Power Shoot.” Sanji launches Zoro with a powerful kick, and Zoro follows through by decapitating the Groggysaurus mid-air—a move that combines brute force and elegant swordsmanship.
Goldberg, ever the realist, points out there’s a hunter cottage nearby with all the necessary cooking gear. Sanji wastes no time getting started on preparing the massive dinosaur meat.
Nash’s Origins: A Shield Born from the Winter Solstice
When Sanji casually asks about Goldberg’s talking shield, Goldberg drops a bombshell: Nash is a “Homie” born during a battle against Big Mom 63 years ago, on a fateful Winter Solstice. His father brought the shield to life during an intense confrontation, which created Nash’s personality. This historical callback ties Goldberg’s family to a past era of One Piece, raising questions about his lineage and deeper ties to Big Mom’s world.
Loki’s Painful Past and His Encounter with the God’s Knights
Back at the camp, Sanji cooks the Groggysaurus meat, but things quickly turn hilarious. Luffy tries to eat the meat meant for Loki, then forcibly shoves a piece into Loki’s mouth. Despite Loki being gravely wounded, Luffy insists:
“Loki, eat!!”
Loki nearly passes out from the heat, yelling that his wounds will reopen. Gerd tries to intervene, but Luffy doubles down by bringing boiling soup and accidentally pouring it all over Loki. While Loki fumes, Gerd gives Luffy a secret thumbs-up—she clearly enjoys seeing Loki squirm.
Their banter lightens the mood, but Loki soon drops a crucial revelation: he was attacked by the “God’s Knights.” When Hajrudin asks whether Loki had a grudge, Loki snaps back:
“If I went far enough to meet those guys, I would have become King of the World by now!”
Loki’s Childhood Flashback: Meeting Rocks D. Xebec
Here comes the chapter’s emotional core and lore drop—Loki reminisces about a pirate he met in his childhood. In a rare and haunting flashback, we see a silhouette of Rocks D. Xebec, one of the most enigmatic figures in One Piece history.
Young Loki pleads:
“Come on, bring me with you!! … Then fight me!!!”
But Xebec dismisses him coldly:
“I didn’t come here to meet brats like you!!”
In the final panel of the flashback, a bloodied Loki lies on the ground, a sword stabbed into his side. Edward Newgate (Whitebeard) appears and berates Xebec:
“Using a real blade on a kid—that was too much.”
To which Xebec responds:
“Shut your mouth, Newgate!!”
This revelation reshapes everything we thought we knew about Loki. His grudge, his pain, and his desire to become King are all rooted in a traumatic encounter with Rocks D. Xebec—possibly one of his earliest battles for recognition.
The Draugrs and Chaos in Sun World
We shift to the forest in the Sun World, where chaos reigns. Another amazing double-page spread showcases the Giant Warrior Pirates battling monstrous foes, including ghosts, Draugrs, and a monster version of Loki.
Brogy, always good-humored, laughs:
“Gabababa! Tons of ghosts too, as expected from kids!!”
As if that wasn’t wild enough, Gaban makes a stunning entrance. He leaps over the battlefield and slices the dream-Loki monster in half with his twin axes. Gaban notes that if these kids had seen the real Loki, the dream version would’ve been far more terrifying.
He then adds an ominous note:
“If even Elbaph isn’t safe, then the world will surely come to an end…”
Jinbe to the Rescue: Cloud Current Shoulder Throw!
Meanwhile, the firefighter squad struggles to contain the spreading fire. Saul defeats Fenrir, but the children are about to enter the blaze. Just in time, Jinbe arrives surfing on a river of sea cloud and unleashes a new technique:
“Cloud Current Shoulder Throw!!”
The move douses the flames and saves the children—a moment of classic Jinbe heroism. Colon, the school’s often misunderstood outcast, is overwhelmed and thanks Jinbe for his help. He then shares something poignant:
“Even though everyone at school hates me, I still think they’re my friends.”
Nami reassures him, promising they’ll save everyone. This exchange beautifully showcases the theme of found family, a cornerstone of the Straw Hat crew’s ideology.
Final Panel Twist: Gunko Arrives
Just when things seem to be settling, Gunko makes a dramatic appearance on top of the Sval’s figurehead. She’s using her arrow powers, and her sudden presence stuns the group.
“To think there are kids other than the ones at the school,” she muses ominously.
Colon, clearly frightened, asks who she is, and Gunko responds with a cryptic yet chilling line:
“What a lively boy.”
End of Chapter.
No Chapter Next Week: Scheduled Break
One Piece will be on break next week, and will return in Weekly Shonen Jump #21/2025, on sale April 21st. Given the shocking revelations and character moments in this chapter, the wait will be tough—but well worth it. For more latest updates and news on One Piece and other anime, Stay Tuned, and enjoy reading.
Next Chapter of One Piece, i.e., One Piece Chapter 1147, will be released after one week break..
Final Thoughts: Chapter 1145 Is a Masterclass in World-Building and Emotion
One Piece Chapter 1145 blends comedy, lore, tragedy, and battle in ways only Oda can manage. With the return of Ulti and Page One, a stunning Gaban appearance, a mind-blowing Rocks D. Xebec flashback, and Jinbe’s heroics, this chapter has something for every fan.
Loki’s story is now deeply intertwined with the history of One Piece, especially with Rocks and Newgate now part of his past. The Straw Hats continue to be the heart of the series, and characters like Gerd, Colon, and Goldberg are growing into scene-stealers.
Whether you’re a long-time reader or a new fan, Chapter 1145 is a shining example of why One Piece remains the greatest ongoing manga saga.
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