One Piece Episode 1130 marks a significant moment in the anime’s Egghead Arc, shifting focus to a flashback that explores the God Valley Incident, an event that occurred 38 years before the current timeline. This episode, airing on May 25, 2025, at 11:15 PM JST, will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll with subtitles shortly after its Japanese broadcast. The episode centers on Kuma’s experiences during this historic event, offering fans their first animated glimpse into one of the most critical moments in One Piece lore.

What Is the God Valley Incident?

The God Valley Incident is a legendary battle that took place on the now-vanished island of God Valley in the West Blue. This event, which occurred 38 years ago, involved a chaotic clash between the Rocks Pirates, led by the infamous Rocks D. Xebec, and an unlikely alliance of the Roger Pirates, led by Gol D. Roger, and the Marines, spearheaded by Monkey D. Garp. The incident also coincided with the Celestial Dragons’ triennial Native Hunting Competition, a cruel event where locals and slaves were hunted for sport. The World Government later erased all records of God Valley, making it a mysterious and pivotal moment in the One Piece world.

Key Characters in the God Valley Incident

• Rocks Pirates: Led by Rocks D. Xebec, this crew included future Yonko like Big Mom, Kaido, and Whitebeard, making it one of the most formidable pirate groups in history. Their goal was to disrupt the World Government, possibly targeting the Celestial Dragons.

• Roger Pirates and Marines: Gol D. Roger and Monkey D. Garp formed a rare alliance to defeat Rocks D. Xebec, a decision that remains one of the great mysteries of One Piece. Their victory cemented their legacies, with Garp earning the title “Hero of the Marines.”

• Bartholomew Kuma and Ivankov: As slaves during the incident, Kuma and Revolutionary Ivankov seized the chaos to escape, with Kuma acquiring the Nikyu Nikyu no Mi (Paw-Paw Fruit), which allowed him to save himself and 500 others.

• Celestial Dragons and God’s Knights: The Celestial Dragons orchestrated the Native Hunting Competition, with St. Figarland Garling, leader of the God’s Knights, playing a significant role.