‘One Piece’ chapter 970 release date, spoilers: Oden’s flashback ends with his ultimate battle with Kaido

“One Piece” chapter 970 will be the end of the Wano arc as the flashbacks on the life of Oden concludes. The climax of this arc is the battle between Oden and Kaido, who is supported by Orochi.

Moreover, “One Piece” chapter 970 will follow the previous story titled “Idiot Lord,” where Roger and Oden returned to Wano, and the former’s pirate crew has disbanded. Orochi was ruling the area when they arrived, and together with Kaido, they did everything to prevent Oden from assuming his post in the city.

What to expect

As posted on the Reddit discussion board for “One Piece” chapter 970 spoilers, Oden and Kaido did not fight in the last five years, so the upcoming battle will definitely be huge. Fans can expect a display of Oden’s great skills, but even if he is powerful, he could still lose in the end as he would choose to sacrifice himself than allow his people to get hurt.

But surely, if he is not protecting anything other than himself, Oden can beat Kaido if he wants. In fact, the “X” scar on Kaido probably resulted from Oden’s attack using his blades. As mentioned, Kaido may be the weaker one, but Oden will be defeated because he will surrender so that his captured retainers would be saved.

Oden was imprisoned and tortured

Once Oden surrenders in “One Piece” chapter 970, Orochi will force him to reveal information about the “secrets of the world,” but since Oden will not continue to refuse sharing any detail, the villains will torture him so he will be forced to talk but to no avail. This is why, in the end, Oden was executed in front of his retainers. As he slowly dies, Oden will ask them to fulfill his wish of opening. Wano's borders, which really happened in the present time.

Oden’s family - Will Lady Toki and their children live?

“One Piece” chapter 970 will show Ashura and Denjiro rushing to help everyone who was attacked by Kaido. The enemies burned the homes, and while Lady Toki and her children managed to stay alive, they were trapped in the castle. Toki will send Momonosuke and four scabbards to the future while she stays behind with Hiyori and Kawamatsu.

“One Piece” chapter 970 will be released on Feb. 3 as per Fandom. Raw scans will come earlier on Jan. 31.