One Piece Reveals Nika’s Dark Secrets and Luffy’s True Power

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From the vantage point of a keen observer, I’ve noticed an intriguing thread connecting events ever since Luffy underwent his Devil Fruit awakening within the Wano Country Saga in the captivating world of One Piece. In Chapter 1043, upon witnessing Luffy’s transformation, Zunesha resonates with the Drums of Liberation and declares that Joyboy has returned. This connection between Luffy, Joyboy, and the Sun God appears to run deep, intertwined by the mysteries of their shared Devil Fruit and the world’s rich history.

In the Egghead Island Arc, we unraveled a fascinating piece of this puzzle: it was revealed that Joyboy, who lived during the Void Century, possessed powers strikingly similar to Luffy’s. Known as the first pirate in recorded history, Joyboy engaged in an epic struggle against the combined forces of twenty allied nations during the Great War.

I’ve witnessed the transfer of the Joyboy title to Luffy following a transformative awakening, as he harnesses the hidden, cataclysmic might locked within his Devil Fruit. The World Government misrepresented the essence of his fruit, labeling it Gomu Gomu no Mi, a Paramecia-type. In truth, it’s the Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika, a Mythical Zoan-type that endows its user with the ability to embody Nika’s form. Luffy refers to it as Gear 5, granting him not only the elasticity of his rubbery body but also the power to manipulate his surroundings like any Paramecia-type fruit user. Gorosei labels it the most preposterous power in existence, yet beyond its raw strength, it’s deeply rooted in centuries of lore.

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One Piece Chapter 1136 Delves Deeper into Nika Lore

In the manga series “One Piece,” Chapter 1136 reveals, the Straw Hat Pirates have now arrived at Elbaf – a land renowned for the tale of Nika. Every Giant aspires to embody Nika’s spirit. Within this story, opinions about who or what Nika truly was vary greatly, with some believing Nika to be a ruler, a destructive deity, a liberator, or even a deity of laughter. In the ensuing chaos, Giants fight among themselves trying to prove their interpretation correct. Despite the World Government’s attempt to erase all traces of the Void Century, including the legend of Nika, the Giants have preserved and carried on this legacy.

When Luffy expresses bewilderment over the deity being discussed, Jarul clarifies that Harley is an ancient religious text from Elbaf. As the text is old, its meaning is open to different interpretations. It’s thought to be in the same language as the Poneglyphs because no one can decipher it yet. One certainty they have is that the world has been devastated twice according to this ancient manuscript.

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In Vegapunk’s understanding, the world’s destruction during Joyboy’s time was unique, but it wasn’t the first occurrence of such an event. Through each instance, Nika’s emergence has been significant. This implies that neither Luffy nor Joyboy are sole bearers of this power; instead, Nika manifests in every epoch, ready to fulfill his destiny as the Liberator Warrior. He materializes only when the world is on the brink of a momentous change.

Rulers are apprehensive about Nika’s arrival because he is inexorably linked to conflict and devastation. It’s no accident that Luffy consumed the Devil Fruit and unleashed his power as Nika. The Great War, which occurred more than 800 years ago, has never truly ceased, and Luffy will be pivotal in its resolution, fulfilling Joyboy’s wish and obligation on his behalf. In the world of One Piece, the lore is often given greater emphasis than the battles, so Luffy’s transformation isn’t solely about power but rather it reveals important aspects of the world’s history.

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2025-01-21 19:10