The Elbaph arc is shaping up to be the stage where Oda will reveal secrets about the Void Century and the ancient kingdoms. The land of the giants, mentioned since Little Garden, holds ties to lost technology and the Poneglyphs. The Straw Hats' arrival promises answers about Joy Boy and the alliance with the warriors of Elbaph.
Ancient Technology and the Role of Giants in History 🏛️
The giants of Elbaph preserve knowledge about ancient weapons and the construction of colossal ships. Their mastery of sacred wood and runes could explain how artifacts like Pluton were built. Furthermore, Loki's relationship with infernal flames suggests they harness an energy similar to the ancient power of the Ancient Kings, key to understanding the historical void.
Loki, the Prince Who Broke the Giants' Diet 🍖
While giants follow a diet of fruits and colossal beast meat, Loki decided to eat the forbidden Devil Fruit. He is now chained by his own people, not for betrayal, but for not sharing the dessert. Oda shows us that even in Elbaph, breaking the diet has consequences. At least they didn't take away his wifi.