One Piece: The Haki Specialty Of Every Straw Hat, According To Oda

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This article contains spoilers for the One Piece Series.

In the world of One Piece, Haki holds immense power. It enables users to fortify themselves with spirit energy for defense or offensively, and can also function as a sixth sense. Remarkably, most of Luffy’s crew, known as the Straw Hat Pirates, are not proficient in even its basic forms. Given that we’ve reached the Final Saga, where adversaries grow increasingly powerful, this lack of Haki mastery is certainly a worry. However, select members of the Straw Hat Pirates have been trained in using it, and each one possesses unique specialties when applying Haki. Notably, Luffy, among others, has demonstrated proficiency across all its forms.

Usopp

  • Speciality: Observation Haki
  • Haki: Observation Haki

During the Dressrosa saga, Usopp demonstrated that he indeed possesses the ability to wield Haki, though his mastery over it remains incomplete. Specifically, he’s capable of utilizing Observation Haki, a single form of this powerful technique.

By the finale of “One Piece,” it’s highly likely that Usopp will master the Observation Haki. This form of Haki seems to be his preferred specialty, even though it hasn’t been explicitly confirmed. Given that Usopp is a sniper, Observation Haki could prove invaluable to him since no other type of Haki might be as beneficial. Once he gets the hang of it, he’d be able to hit practically any target within his range, making him one of the most exceptional snipers in “One Piece.

Jinbe

  • Speciality: Armament Haki
  • Haki: Armament Haki, Observation Haki

Among the rare Straw Hat crew members, Jinbe possesses the ability to wield both kinds of Haki – Observation Haki and Armament Haki.

It’s not uncommon for fans to observe that he prefers to rely on his Armament Haki rather than Observation, given that he frequently demonstrates its use. Simply put, he is quite skilled in wielding the Armament Haki with his Fishman Karate.

Sanji

  • Speciality: Observation Haki
  • Haki: Armament Haki, Observation Haki

Sanji is part of the trio known as Monster Trio and was among the initial members of Straw Hat Pirates to master Haki. During the two-year gap, he acquired this unique ability. As of now, Sanji can utilize both Armament Haki and Observation Haki. It’s been hinted that he will also learn Conqueror’s Haki, much like Scopper Gaban, according to Oda‘s confirmation.

Although Sanji’s area of expertise predominantly lies in the utilization of Observation Haki, it grants him an exceptional ability. From afar, he can perceive people, and his agility is remarkable when avoiding attacks. His proficiency even suggests that he might master advanced skills such as Future Sight in due time.

Roronoa Zoro

  • Speciality: Armament Haki
  • Haki: Conqueror’s Haki, Armament Haki, Observation Haki

Among the formidable members of the Straw Hat Pirates, Roronoa Zoro stands out as a powerful fighter and one who partners closely with Luffy. After the timeskip event, Zoro gained expertise in not only Armament Haki but also Observation Haki. More recently, during the Wano saga, he was able to unlock Conqueror’s Haki, which he achieved thanks to the sword Enma. Yet, Zoro is still working on mastering this newfound ability.

Zoro possesses the ability to utilize all three forms of Haki, yet his expertise primarily lies in the mastery of Armament Haki. However, there’s still room for improvement in this area as well. Ultimately, it is anticipated that he will become proficient enough to darken his swords with it.

Monkey D. Luffy

  • Speciality: Conqueror’s Haki
  • Haki: Conqueror’s Haki, Armament Haki, Observation Haki

As a die-hard One Piece fan, let me tell you that I’m utterly captivated by our fearless leader, Monkey D. Luffy! In our Straw Hat Pirates crew, Luffy undeniably stands out as the most powerful. When it comes to Haki, he’s simply in a league of his own among us. Before the timeskip, Luffy already mastered Conqueror’s Haki, and during that two-year break, he studied under Rayleigh and honed both Observation and Armament Haki.

Luffy excels in employing all types of Haki, but it’s worth noting that his primary focus, according to Eiichiro Oda, lies with Conqueror’s Haki. This alignment seems fitting for his character. Yet, there’s still plenty of potential for him to develop further, as his Conqueror’s Haki needs to surpass the level achieved by characters such as Joy Boy or Shanks.

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2025-09-02 00:19