One Piece confirms Luffy is not Joy Boy, previews Elbaf showdown

Chapter 1188 of One Piece clarifies that Monkey D. Luffy is not the legendary Joy Boy. The episode shows Imu dismissing the theory that Luffy has returned Joy Boy, noting that Luffy only inherited the will and power of the Nika fruit while Joy Boy remains a distinct figure from the Lost Century.

A promotional preview for episode 1170 highlights the upcoming clash in the Elbaf arc, featuring Luffy against Scopper Gaban, who holds a key needed to free Loki. The preview also mentions the presence of São Shamrock Figarland, commander of the God Knights, and notes the episode's release on Crunchyroll at 13:00 BRT, with a later Netflix availability.