One Piece: Oda Quietly Drops A Big Hint About Dragon’s Devil Fruit in Elbaf

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Now that the final arc of One Piece has started, creator Eiichiro Oda is finally revealing long-held secrets and showcasing the full power of characters like Shanks. For over ten years, fans have been eager to learn about Monkey D. Dragon’s Devil Fruit ability. As Luffy’s father and the leader of the Revolutionary Army, Dragon is a hugely important figure in the story’s fight to dismantle the World Government and create a fairer world. He used to be part of the Navy, but left to form the Revolutionary Army because of his strong beliefs, and he needed significant power to do so.

It’s clear that Dragon possesses the power of a Devil Fruit, something the author, Oda, has hinted at repeatedly throughout the story. The mystery now is what that power is, and Oda has been subtly revealing clues over many story arcs. The most recent arc, focusing on Elbaf, has quietly offered another significant clue about Dragon’s abilities.

Dragon’s Devil Fruit Remains A Huge Mystery In One Piece

Dragon First Used His Devil Fruit Power In One Piece Chapter 99

Let’s start with the understanding that Dragon likely possesses the power of a Devil Fruit. Most of the strongest characters in One Piece do. But it’s important to remember that Devil Fruits aren’t the only source of strength in the series. Throughout the story, it’s become clear that top-level fighters rely on two primary types of power:

  1. Devil Fruit
  2. Haki

The most powerful characters often combine both Devil Fruit powers and Haki. Devil Fruits grant users amazing and sometimes overwhelming abilities, while Haki draws on a person’s inner strength and, with enough training, can be incredibly effective. Notably, the legendary Pirate King, Gol D. Roger, achieved his strength solely through mastering Haki, without relying on a Devil Fruit.

Devil Fruits can only take you so far. It is Haki that truly conquers all! — Kaido to Luffy

While it’s possible Dragon fights using only Haki, the evidence in the story strongly suggests he has a Devil Fruit power. When he first appeared in the Loguetown arc, Dragon created a massive storm with powerful winds, rain, and lightning – a clear display of Devil Fruit abilities. He even used a specific attack called ‘Wind Blast,’ further confirming this. It seems his Devil Fruit allows him to control the weather in some way.

Fans noticed something unusual when Dragon rescued Sabo – he seemed to be able to fly. Since characters can’t fly without a Devil Fruit power, this strongly suggests Dragon has one. In the same flashback, he appeared with a smoky effect after landing, further hinting at this ability. Oda subtly suggested this in the Elbaf arc, implying Dragon’s Devil Fruit allows him to fly.

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Killingham’s MMA Hint Dragon’s Devil Fruit Powers

A fascinating aspect of Oda’s storytelling is his tendency to subtly foreshadow future events and reveal character abilities in surprising ways. He recently did this when Killingham began using his unique power in Elbaf. Killingham’s Devil Fruit allows him to manifest people’s nightmares into reality, and when used on the children of Elbaf, it brought their fears to life.

The thing I fear the most is…the storm! — Elbaf Children

In Elbaf, people’s fears seemed to manifest as real creatures and phenomena. For example, children who feared Nika unintentionally created a terrifying version of him through their imaginations. Likewise, fear of the Nidhogg dragon brought the destructive beast to life in Elbaf. This pattern extended to other mythical beings like Draugr, Fenrir, trolls, and goblins, all appearing due to collective fear. Amidst this chaos, the author also introduced a powerful storm, complete with fierce winds and devastating lightning strikes.

This character is strongly suggested to be Monkey D. Dragon from One Piece. Eiichiro Oda has consistently linked storms to those with the ‘D’ in their name. As Law pointed out to Doflamingo, the ‘D’ will always bring a storm, and currently, that statement fits Dragon best.

Considering Luffy’s abilities shown in Loguetown, his rescue of Sabo, and Eiichiro Oda’s tendency to foreshadow abilities with certain characters, it’s likely that Dragon’s Devil Fruit power is related to storms.

Monkey D. Dragon Has A Storm Related Devil Fruit

Dragon Has The Power Of Flight And Weather Manipulation

Image by Toei Animation

It’s no surprise to One Piece fans that Dragon likely possesses a Devil Fruit related to storms. He demonstrates incredible control over the wind, capable of impacting entire towns, and can also create rain and lightning. His ability to fly, as seen when he rescued Sabo, further points to this power. Given his control over natural forces, it’s probable his Devil Fruit is a Logia type – specifically, a Storm Storm Fruit – making him one of the most powerful characters in the series.

A pirate, huh? So be it! Let the winds of fate guide you! — Monkey D. Dragon

Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, often uses minor characters to subtly foreshadow major secrets. A recent example is Killingham’s mention of storms being a great fear for the children of Elbaf, which many fans believe is a hint about the immense power of Monkey D. Dragon. As the story enters its final saga, it won’t be long before Dragon’s abilities are fully revealed. With the Revolutionary Army now actively opposing the World Government, a confrontation between Dragon and the Holy Knights seems inevitable. When that battle occurs, Oda is expected to showcase Dragon’s Devil Fruit powers, and it’s widely speculated that these powers will be storm-related.

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2026-02-05 14:36