Garp’s fight against Blackbeard excites fans, while Luffy’s declaration of war and Conqueror’s Haki unleash unforgettable moments in One Piece.

Enthralling fans for over 25 years, Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece narrates an epic tale of friendship and adventure, captivating generations of viewers. With the end of the One Piece Egghead Saga, fans are eager to see Straw Hats venture into Elbaf Island, a story Oda-sensei has been most excited to draw.

Despite the long list of 1000+ episodes or chapters, Oda-sensei has yet to unveil several mysteries of the One Piece world, keeping fans eagerly anticipating. With the recent One Piece episode, Monkey D. Garp has finally shut down all the retirement allegations fans held against him after witnessing Garp’s grand entry and iconic fight with Kuzan at the Pirate Island.

Monkey D Garp vs. Kuzan in One Piece Episode 1121 | Credit: Toei Animation

Garp’s Haki has made fans curious about his prime days and iconic rivalry with the King of the Pirates, Gol D. Roger. Undoubtedly, Garp’s fight against the Blackbeard Pirates has made fans regard it as the greatest and most spine-chilling moment ever. Nevertheless, One Piece has delivered several iconic moments over the decades that have resonated deeply with fans.

5 Spine-Chilling One Piece Moments That Remain Unforgettable to This Day

5. Sogeking Declares War by Setting the World Government Flag Ablaze

The entire Enies Lobby sequence will send chills through the One Piece fandom. After the Alabasta arc, Luffy deeply values friendship and develops a strong bond with all his crew mates. However, fans were still uncertain whether Luffy would take on the entire world for his friends’ safety, but Enies Lobby marked the moment when his loyalty and love for them lit up the big screen.

Usopp, a.k.a Sogeking, burning down the World Government flag | Credit: Toei Animation

Nico Robin’s capture at the hands of CP9 leads to a tense standoff at the judicial island of Enies Lobby. The Straw Hats embark on a bold new mission to rescue their crewmate, even at the steep cost of attacking a World Government facility. Defying the government, Luffy commands Sogeking to shoot down their flag atop Enies Lobby, declaring war on the most powerful force in the world.

This moment sent chills through viewers’ spines, as there was no turning back, highlighting every Straw Hat member’s unwavering loyalty to each other.

4. Blackbeard’s Speech on Dreams: Setting the Stage for His Rivalry with Luffy

Ambitious dreams are the main driving force in the One Piece world. Through Luffy’s Luffy’s dream of becoming the King of the Pirates, Eiichiro Oda has crafted a legendary story of friendship and adventure, maintaining excitement and intrigue for decades without a single dull moment. Introduced at a very early stage of the story, Blackbeard didn’t seem to play a more important role and was initially overlooked by many fans.

Blackbeard delivers a speech about dreams | Credits: Toei Animation

Despite seeming like comic relief in his debut, Blackbeard rose to become a notorious and fearsome pirate of the sea. Interestingly, Luffy, Zoro, and Nami encountered Blackbeard Interestingly, Luffy, Zoro, and Nami encountered Blackbeard before he became a prominent figure. Blackbeard delivers an emotional speech about dreams that completely define his character.

3. Luffy’s First Glimpse of Conqueror’s Haki: Unleashing Chaos Among Marine Soldiers

The consensus among One Piece fans is that Marineford is one of the best arcs in the entire series. In fact, this segment of the story is regarded as one of the very best, not just in One Piece, but in the entire world of anime and manga. Not to mention, the incredible tension in this arc shoots through the roof, and with each passing chapter, fans know that they are in for a treat.

Besides all the terrific action and jaw-dropping conclusion, One Piece fans also witnessed Luffy’s possessing the Conqueror Haki, just like his grandfather and Marine Hero, Monkey D. Garp. Luffy finds out about his brother’s condition, and he tries his best to save him.

Luffy first time showing his conqueror haki in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation

Amidst the intense battle against Marine Admirals and Warlords, Luffy’s emotions spiral out of control, causing him to unconsciously unleash his Conqueror’s Haki for the first time. The sudden burst left not only Marine soldiers but also fans, completely stunned. Luffy’s personal loss during this arc profoundly affects him, marking the arc to be remembered for years.

2. The Straw Hats’ Legendary March to Arlong Park

Arlong Park arc undoubtedly remains the first captivating arc that drew many fans to Oda-sensei’s series. Luffy’s crew is arguably the most beloved and eye-catching among all pirate crews in the OP world; however, the great bond between the members wasn’t so strong from the beginning.

Before Arlong Park, fans could see a lot of tension among the crew. Luffy doesn’t fully understand Nami’s backstory with Arlong, but he knows something is terribly wrong when he sees her repeatedly stabbing her sawfish tattoo. As Nami lies on the ground and cries for help, Luffy gives his treasured Straw Hat to Nami and leads the rest of his crew to Arlong Park.

The Straw Hats Take a Walk to Arlong Park | Credit: Toei Animation

Zoro, Sanji, and Usopp don’t even question their captain’s orders. They walk alongside Luffy to avenge Nami for what Arlong did to her and her village. Every shonen manga has defining scenes that fans will always remember, and for One Piece, the Arlong Park arc marks one of those unforgettable moments.

1. Luffy’s Bold Stand: A Fist to the Celestial Dragon

The Celestial Dragons’ hold on power stems from their unique status as descendants of the founders of the World Government. Their ancestry grants them privileges that far exceed those of ordinary citizens, cementing their position as the ruling elite.

The Celestial Dragon in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation

Even the most terrifying figures of the sea, such as the Emperor of the Seas, Warlords, or Marine Soldiers, are terrified to stand up to the Celestial Dragons. Since the start of the series, Oda-sensei has showcased our main protagonist as a selfless individual. Luffy doesn’t consider himself a hero by conventional means.

Despite being a pirate and seen as a villain by the rest of the OP world. Regardless, Luffy harbors a deep hatred for the Celestial Dragons due to their outrageous cruelty, inflated sense of superiority, and total absence of redeeming qualities.

Luffy punching Celestial Dragon | Credits: Toei Animation

Charlos, the first Celestial Dragon showcased in the show, deeply angered our beloved protagonist after he bought a mermaid to feed to a piranha tank and also ruthlessly shot Hatchan just for being a Fish-man.

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Luffy then climbed up the stairs, deliberately avoided bullets, and punched Charlos smack dab in the face, crashing him into the steps. Witnessing Luffy lose his temper for the first time and confront the evil deeds of the Celestial Dragons made this scene truly unforgettable.