New One Piece project finally gives Zoro the flashback he deserves
A new novel titled 'One Piece Novel: Zoro' will provide fans with a long-awaited glimpse into the backstory of Zoro, a key character in the series. This novel explores Zoro's past from the death of his friend Kuina to his meeting with Luffy, highlighting his obsession with the strongest swordsman, Dracule Mihawk. The book is set to be published in Japan on July 3 and includes new material, making it a significant addition to the One Piece lore.
- ▪The novel consists of three chapters originally published in One Piece Magazine between 2024 and 2025.
- ▪It explores Zoro's development and his motivations leading up to his journey with Luffy.
- ▪The publication will include new content and is being released under the Jump Books imprint.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 09:57:46 GMT |
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