One Piece 1046 Apr 2026

: Yamato warns Momonosuke that Kaidou is reaching his limit, causing the "flame clouds" holding the island aloft to fail. Momo must now produce his own flame clouds to prevent the island from crashing into the Flower Capital. The Luffy vs. Kaidou Duel

: Commentators noted the shift in Oda's art style for Luffy's "God Mode," which blends "ridiculous and brutal" elements through cartoonish physics. One Piece: Chapter 1046 - Official Release Discussion One Piece 1046

: Some felt the focus on secondary characters during the climax slowed the momentum, a common sentiment for weekly readers. : Yamato warns Momonosuke that Kaidou is reaching

, titled "Raizo," serves as a critical transitional chapter during the climax of the Wano Country Arc, focusing heavily on resolving the immediate environmental threat to Onigashima while the final battle between Luffy and Kaidou reaches its peak. Core Plot Developments Kaidou Duel : Commentators noted the shift in

: Kaidou provides a definitive explanation of Devil Fruit Awakening , describing it as what happens when a user's mind and body finally catch up to their powers.