Will There Be A Flashback Even Bigger Than The God Valley Flashback?
The God Valley flashback has hit One Piece like a seismic event, radically reshaping how fans view the old era and its legends. But as the chapters escalate in scale and emotion, a new question has started circulating across the fandom: If God Valley feels this massive… is Oda still holding back an even bigger flashback for later? Many readers are now wondering whether this saga is just the beginning of a deeper dive into the “true history” of the world — and if a future flashback might somehow surpass even God Valley in scope and importance.
The God Valley Arc Has Taken Over the Fandom
The God Valley Incident has become one of the most captivating storylines in One Piece history, and many fans aren’t ready for it to end. Eiichiro Oda’s exploration of this long-mysterious event has brought together legendary figures like Rocks D. Xebec, Gol D. Roger, Monkey D. Garp, and even the enigmatic Imu — creating a flashback that feels more like a grand historical epic than a side story. The arc dives deep into the power struggles that shaped the modern world of One Piece, revealing long-hidden secrets about the Celestial Dragons and the early days of piracy. For many, it’s a rare glimpse into the “true history” of the world, something fans have been waiting for since the manga’s earliest chapters.
Fans Don’t Want to Return to the Straw Hats Yet
Surprisingly, many readers say they don’t want to go back to the Straw Hat Pirates just yet. Social media platforms are full of fans expressing that this arc feels like the most thrilling part of One Piece in years — with its dark tone, intense storytelling, and lore-heavy revelations. While Luffy and his crew are the heart of the series, the God Valley storyline offers something entirely different: a look at the legends and events that shaped everything we know. One fan summed it up best on X (formerly Twitter): “If we return to the Straw Hats now, it’ll feel like waking up from a dream.” The sentiment highlights a unique moment in the fandom, where the past has become more captivating than the present adventure.
A Testament to Oda’s Storytelling and Legacy
The enthusiasm surrounding the God Valley flashback underscores Eiichiro Oda’s enduring genius as a storyteller. After more than two decades, he continues to surprise fans by revealing layers of history that connect generations of pirates, marines, and rulers. The arc’s pacing, emotion, and scope have reminded readers of One Piece’s golden era — a blend of mystery, world-building, and drama that few series can match. Even as some fans fear that returning to the Straw Hats will slow the story’s momentum, others believe this balance between past and present is what makes One Piece timeless. Whether the flashback ends soon or continues, the God Valley saga has already cemented itself as one of the most powerful and defining chapters in the series’ history.
Could a Void Century Flashback Surpass God Valley?
When fans talk about a flashback that could be “even bigger” than God Valley, one phrase comes up over and over: the Void Century.
God Valley shows how the current world order was shaped — but the Void Century is tied to why that world exists in the first place. A full-blown flashback to the ancient kingdom, Joy Boy, the creation of the Poneglyphs, and the origin of the World Government would touch every mystery the series has been building toward since chapter one.
A Void Century flashback could potentially:
- Reveal the true nature of the Ancient Kingdom and why it was erased.
- Explain Joy Boy’s promise, the significance of Laugh Tale, and the meaning of the “Will of D.”
- Show the original sin of the Celestial Dragons and the birth of the oppressive system the world lives under.
- Put Imu, the Gorosei, and the current world order into a completely new light.
If God Valley is the story of how the “modern age” of pirates and Marines was forged, a Void Century flashback would be the story of the world’s original fall from grace — and that alone gives it the potential to overshadow even the insanity of God Valley.
Joy Boy, Luffy, and the Final Flashback
Another strong candidate for a flashback bigger than God Valley is one centered around Joy Boy and Luffy’s connection to him.
Fans have long suspected that, at some point near the end of the series, Oda will show a flashback that directly parallels Luffy’s journey with Joy Boy’s — not just as lore, but as emotional payoff. Such a flashback wouldn’t just answer questions; it would reframe everything we’ve seen from East Blue to the Final Saga.
If Oda chooses to combine the reveal of Joy Boy, the Ancient Kingdom, and the truth of One Piece itself into a single extended flashback, it would effortlessly eclipse God Valley in terms of stakes, emotion, and legacy.
Is It Even Possible to Top God Valley’s Hype?
Of course, there’s another side to the discussion: some fans feel that trying to “top” God Valley might be risky. The current flashback is already juggling:
- A massive cast of legendary characters
- Planet-shaping political stakes
- Heavy fan expectations built up over decades
Trying to go even bigger later could lead to fatigue if not handled carefully. There’s a growing sentiment that instead of making something “larger,” Oda might aim for something more focused and emotionally devastating — fewer characters, more personal stakes, and answers that hit the heart as much as the lore.
In that sense, a later, “bigger” flashback might not be about more battles or more characters, but about resolving the deepest mysteries tied to Luffy, the D. clan, and the meaning of freedom in the world of One Piece.
What the Fandom Hopes to See
Speculation threads and theory videos paint a rough wishlist for any flashback that could surpass God Valley:
- Full clarity on the Ancient Kingdom and its technology
- The true form and intentions of Joy Boy
- The original conflict between the Ancient Kingdom and the 20 Kings
- The first appearance or origin of Imu
- The moment the world truly changed — the birth of the Red Line, the separation of the seas, or some cataclysmic event that shaped the globe
If a future flashback delivers these while maintaining the tight pacing and emotional weight of God Valley, many fans believe it could become the defining stretch of the entire series.
A Future Bigger Than the Past
For now, God Valley is the king of flashbacks — a rare combination of hype, history, and heartbreak that has taken over the fandom’s imagination. But the very fact that fans are already asking whether an even bigger flashback is coming is a testament to how much trust Oda has built over the years.
Whether it’s the Void Century, Joy Boy, or a completely unexpected piece of history, the idea of a flashback that surpasses God Valley doesn’t feel impossible — it feels like the natural next step in a story that has always promised something greater waiting at the end of the Grand Line.
