One Piece anime prepares for episode 1174 and Elbaph arc developments

The One Piece anime is approaching episode 1174, titled “Save the Children! The Warriors of Elbaph Enter Action.” The episode is scheduled for release on August 16, 2026, and will be available on streaming platforms like Crunchyroll. The upcoming installment focuses on the Elbaph arc, where monsters attack a giant village, placing children in danger and prompting the Straw Hat Pirates and local warriors to intervene.

In anticipation of One Piece Day 2026, which will be broadcast on YouTube on August 22 and 23, discussions are growing regarding potential new members for the Straw Hat crew. Speculation centers on two characters, Prince Loki and Princess Shuri of Esperia, as the story progresses through the Elbaph territory.