Introduction to Chapter 1090

Eiichiro Oda’s official portal site has released a sneak peek of the first page of Chapter 1090, set to be published in Weekly Shonen Jump on August 21! For those who want to wait for the official release, please refrain from reading further. The excitement surrounding this chapter is palpable, especially with the revelations about York and the mysterious ‘Mother Flame’.

Three Things to Protect

In the previous chapter, York contacted the Gorosei, and the conversation began. It was revealed that Kizaru and Gorosei member Saturn were eavesdropping through a black den-den mushi. However, the first page of Chapter 1090 shows that Luffy’s voice reaches the fleet surrounding the island, suggesting that the call was broadcasted. After the call ends, Gorosei Saturn gives orders to Admiral Doberman, stating, “There are three things to protect…”

• 1. York
• 2. Punk Records
• 3. Fusion Reactor

It seems that anything else can be sacrificed, including CP0 members like Lucci and Robin. Notably, the four Seraphim are also included in this list. The implication is clear: the Mother Flame must be protected at all costs.

York’s Survival

Even if Dr. Vegapunk, the user of the “Nomi Nomi no Mi” fruit, dies, the brain stored in Punk Records will remain intact. This means that even if the original Vegapunk dies, the satellites can continue to exist. This was confirmed through Saturn’s dialogue. York is essential for creating the Mother Flame, but if the brain is destroyed, York cannot produce it, leading to a state of brain death.

Why York Became Essential

Initially, CP0’s mission was to eliminate all Vegapunks, including York. However, after the destruction of the Lulucia Kingdom, it became clear that simply destroying it did not yield the ‘real’ Mother Flame. The recent events have shown that York’s existence is crucial for the world government to obtain the Mother Flame.

What Will Happen Next?

With the Gorosei’s desire for the Mother Flame revealed, it raises questions about how Luffy and his crew will respond. The three items that the world government wants to protect are likely to be seen as things that Luffy must not allow to fall into their hands. However, Luffy’s ultimate goal is to escape, which complicates matters. The fate of York and the Fusion Reactor will be pivotal in the upcoming events.

Conclusion

As we await the release of Chapter 1090 on August 21, the stakes have never been higher. The dynamics between the world government and Luffy’s crew will be crucial in determining the outcome of this intense conflict. Stay tuned for more updates!