New voice actors announced for the One Piece Elbaph Arc

Excitement is building for the legendary Land of Giants as the One Piece anime prepares for its big return.

On March 24, 2026, the series officially announced the first two new cast members joining the long-awaited Elbaph Arc.

Ayane Sakura, famous for her role as Ochaco in My Hero Academia, will voice Gerd, while Ryota Takeuchi, known for playing Elias in The Ancient Magus' Bride, will voice Road.

Both are members of the New Giant Warrior Pirates.

As the Straw Hat Pirates finally reach Elbaph—a location teased for over two decades—fans can expect a high-stakes, lore-heavy chapter in the series' endgame phase.

Readers can look forward to exclusive comments from the new actors in the upcoming issue of Weekly Shonen Jump.