'One Piece' chapter 852 spoilers: 'Whole Cake Island' arc to come to an end?

Things are bound to get even more action-packed and thrilling in the upcoming chapter 852 of the mega-popular Japanese pirate-themed manga "One Piece."

As reported by Ecumenical News, the manga's current story arc, "Whole Cake Island," is about to reach its climax and may soon come to a conclusion. With the plot's recent turn of events, it appears that the forthcoming chapter 852 will be featuring the return of Jimbei and his attempt to help Luffy and Nami escape from being imprisoned by Big Mom.

Those who read chapter 851 of the manga may recall how Pudding's true identity was brought to light. Sanji incidentally eavesdropped on Pudding's conversation with Reiju, during which her real agenda in marrying the young prince was revealed. She never loved Sanji and only used him to get the opportunity to kill the members of the Vinsmoke family at the wedding.

As to what possible events will transpire in chapter 852, rumors suggest that Nami will manipulate the weather to assist Luffy and Jimbei in their battle against Big Mom. Luffy and Jimbei will be directly fighting with Linlin using their combined strengths. Meanwhile, Nami will threaten the animated objects using the paper given by Pudding.

Nami is also rumored to create a path for the Soul King's escape in chapter 852 of "One Piece." Meanwhile, Brook will be forced to leave Luffy and the others so that he could finish his main mission. The Soul King, on the other hand, will need to assist Pedro in fighting against Baron. He will also need to secure the Poneglyph and escape from the Whole Cake Island in one piece.

Nonetheless, all of these are still theories which may or not appear once 852nd chapter of "One Piece" is released, so fans are warned not take them to heart.

"One Piece" chapter 852 is slated to be published in Weekly Shonen Jump on Saturday, Jan. 14.