The anticipation for One Piece Chapter 1162 has reached fever pitch following the emotional chaos of Chapter 1161. Eiichiro Oda’s ongoing God Valley flashback continues to deliver jaw-dropping twists, heartfelt reunions, and brutal clashes between some of the most legendary figures in One Piece history. Expectations for the upcoming chapter couldn’t be higher and now, we finally have a confirmed release date.
One Piece Chapter 1162 is scheduled to release on October 13, 2025 (October 14 in Japan). With Rayleigh’s heroic comeback, Dragon’s inner turmoil, and the deepening mystery surrounding Shanks’ origins, Oda-sensei is setting the stage for yet another monumental chapter in this saga.
Chapter 1161 Recap: Chaos and Heartbreak in God Valley
Chapter 1161, titled “The Song of Love that Blew Through the Shower of Arrows,” was nothing short of cinematic. Spanning 19 pages including two color pages and a cover story it gave fans one of the most visually and emotionally charged experiences in the entire flashback so far.
The color spread offered a moment of levity amidst the grim events, featuring the Straw Hat crew in a playful claw-machine scenario. Usopp faced off against a giant lion to save a trapped Chopper, while Luffy, Nami, Robin, and Jinbe were surrounded by plush toys representing those dear to them from Shanks, Ace, and Sabo to Bell-mère and Nojiko. Even Buggy made a hilarious cameo as a toy that Zoro hurled away in irritation.
Meanwhile, the cover story continued Yamato’s Golden Harvest Pilgrimage, depicting Yamato, Kin’emon, and Momonosuke praying at a shrine honoring Wano’s fallen heroes including Oden, Toki, and Ashura Doji.
But beyond the charm of these extras, the chapter’s core narrative was pure, unrelenting chaos.
Dragon’s Heroism and the Return of the Rocks Pirates
On the God Valley battlefield, Dragon, gravely injured while rescuing the infant Shanks and a mysterious baby named Shamrock, faced off against Saint Maffey, a fearsome Tenryuubito knight capable of firing Pacifista-like laser beams from her mouth. Oda revealed Maffey to be a member of the Satchel Family, adding another terrifying layer to the Celestial Dragons’ influence.
Just as Maffey prepared to finish Dragon off, Whitebeard stormed in, cutting her cleanly in half in a breathtaking double-page spread. His arrival triggered a massive reunion of the Rocks Pirates Big Mom, Kaido, and Shiki in what fans have already dubbed “Peak Oda.”
Moments later, Garp entered the scene, his thunderous punch splitting the battlefield as he attempted to bring down the Rocks crew. Though Whitebeard, Kaido, and Big Mom narrowly escaped, Big Mom retaliated with her devastating “Heavenly Fire Breeze” attack which Garp casually shrugged off, smirking:
“This fire can’t even roast a prime rib, Linlin!”
It was a perfect blend of tension, humor, and nostalgia everything One Piece fans love about Oda’s storytelling.
Rayleigh and Shakky’s Emotional Reunion
Despite the chaos, the heart of Chapter 1161 belonged to Rayleigh and Shakky.
Shakky, held captive by Sommers (a subordinate of Figarland Garling), seemed doomed until Rayleigh made a dramatic entrance in one of the series’ most striking double-page spreads.
Unleashing a new attack called “Billhook of the Beyond (Higanbana)”, named after the red spider lily that symbolizes love and death, Rayleigh cut through the battlefield with dazzling precision. The stance mirrored Zoro’s Onigiri, beautifully connecting the “Dark King” to the new generation of swordsmen.
The reunion that followed was deeply emotional Shakky’s tears, Rayleigh’s quiet smile, and even Roger and Gaban’s teary-eyed reaction captured a rare vulnerability among the legends of the old era.
The chapter closed with Roger rallying his crew, shouting:
“Boys!! We have Shakky back!!! Let’s take the treasures and get out of this place!”
What’s Next for One Piece Chapter 1162
With no break announced, Chapter 1162 will continue the God Valley flashback immediately, picking up where Rayleigh’s rescue left off. Fans can expect the tension between Dragon, Garp, and the Rocks Pirates to escalate, while mysteries surrounding Shanks’ true origins and Dragon’s moral choices may finally come to light.
As Oda continues weaving together the past and present, one thing is certain One Piece is in its most thrilling phase yet.
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