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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.



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

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