ONE PIECE’s Stunning New Year Illustration: Fans Amazed by the Giant Snake and Luffy’s Adorable Charm
The official X (formerly Twitter) account for the popular manga ONE PIECE has shared a New Year’s illustration from creator Eiichiro Oda, delighting fans worldwide.
The post greeted followers with:
"Happy New Year! A New Year’s illustration from Oda-sensei has arrived. This April, the TV anime will resume the Egghead Arc. Look forward to its power-up after the break. Thank you for your continued support this year!"
A Striking New Year Illustration
In the released artwork, Luffy is depicted alongside a massive snake, a nod to this year’s zodiac symbol. The dynamic and whimsical composition showcases Oda’s unparalleled artistic talent.
【#ONEPIECE 2025年】
— ONE PIECE スタッフ【公式】/ Official (@Eiichiro_Staff) December 31, 2024
あけましておめでとうございます。
尾田っちから年賀イラスト到着?
まずは4月に、TVアニメが
エッグヘッド編の放送を再開します。
充電期間を経て
パワーアップした姿をお楽しみに?
今年もよろしくお願いします! pic.twitter.com/eTmZj33Hay
Fans’ Reactions
Fans have flooded the post with excitement and admiration:
"Oda-sensei loves drawing animals so much!"
"The illustration is adorable!"
"This feels so auspicious! I’m excited for this year."
"The artwork is stunning, and Luffy looks so cute holding on tightly."
About ONE PIECE
Key visual for the ONE PIECE Egghead Arc. (C) Eiichiro Oda/Shueisha, Fuji TV, Toei Animation
ONE PIECE, serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump since July 22, 1997, follows the legendary sea adventure of Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates. Luffy, who gains rubber-like abilities after eating the "Gomu Gomu no Mi" Devil Fruit, embarks on an epic quest to become the Pirate King and uncover the world’s ultimate treasure, the "One Piece," left behind by Gol D. Roger.
With over 510 million copies of the manga in circulation worldwide, ONE PIECE remains a cultural phenomenon. The anime adaptation, which began in 1999, continues to captivate audiences. The 2022 film, ONE PIECE FILM RED, became a social sensation, earning 20.34 billion yen domestically.
Source : ORICON NEWS