Is Luffy’s Quest for Freedom Just a Part of an Ancient Plan?

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Summary

  • Luffy’s journey to become Pirate King has been part of an ancient plan.
  • The theory suggests his actions, dreams, and aspirations were influenced by this plan.
  • The true role of Luffy, the Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika, and the One Piece treasure are interconnected.

From the inception of the One Piece saga, fans have consistently heard Luffy discussing his aspiration to be crowned Pirate King. Every compelling protagonist requires a driving force, and Luffy is no exception as he openly displays his motivation. Initially, an impetuous youth with only a straw hat to call his own, Luffy has since risen to the rank of Sea Emperor and is now among those who are nearest to discovering Gol D. Roger’s legendary treasure.

As Luffy navigates his odyssey, layers upon layers of the world’s mysteries have been gradually unveiled, suggesting there’s far more to the scenery than initially perceived. Luffy’s ambition to rule as the Pirate King has primarily stemmed from the extraordinary liberty associated with this title; however, some enthusiasts of One Piece speculate that his freedom might not be as absolute as he believes and that his adventure could be orchestrated by an ancient design. So, let’s delve deeper to find out if this theory holds any water.

The Milennia-Spanning Tale Of Sun God Nika

How Nika Defines An Age

Luffy’s First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 1, “Romance Dawn – The Dawn of Adventure”
Joyboy’s First Mention One Piece, Chapter 628, “Spring Cleaning”
Nika’s First Mention One Piece, Chapter 1018, “Jinbe vs. Who’s-Who”

The idea that Nika plays a significant role in an old and elaborate scheme has long been recognized by fans, following his introduction during the Wano arc. However, this grand plan has sparked discussions among some fans about the authenticity of Luffy’s personal freedom. Since Luffy has consistently aspired to be the Pirate King, there are those who suspect that his development was predetermined since ancient times, with the ultimate goal being for Luffy to evolve into the man he is today.

It’s still unclear when the original Sun God Nika existed, but the Elbaf arc suggests that the world has experienced three major destructions so far. Unlike the first two, more information about Joyboy’s era and the Void Century have been revealed, including the formation of the World Government at the end of Joyboy’s time, which was likely led by Imu, with the purpose of defeating him.

As per the “Harley” manuscripts, it’s stated that our world has experienced two cataclysmic destructions in its past, with the deity known as the Sun God Nika being called upon following both occurrences.

Before his demise, Joyboy initiated schemes that remained active over the centuries and were intended to be fulfilled long after his death. These plans revolved around his numerous ancient allies and the legendary treasure One Piece, located on the fabled Laugh Tale island at the end of the Grand Line. Though the specifics of this scheme are still unclear, it’s understood that the Devil Fruit Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika plays a significant role in its execution.

Today, we find ourselves discussing a central figure in the story of One Piece – Monkey D. Luffy. The gist of our discussion revolves around the notion that Luffy was predestined to obtain the Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika, making him the one who would eventually bring an end to Imu’s reign and the World Government. While this outcome serves the greater good, it could be a reality that Luffy, upon discovering this, might resent having spent his entire life furthering someone else’s agenda.

I have no desire for dominion. Instead, I believe that the individual with the greatest liberty within this sea is none other than the Pirate King.

Luffy’s current situation contradicts everything he’s strived for in life and what being the Pirate King represents to him. Despite always pursuing his goal independently, it appears that all his actions and destiny have been steered towards achieving this goal. This idea is reinforced by the entire voyage of the Roger pirates too.

I stood by as Gol D. Roger and his fearsome pirate crew ruled supreme across the Grand Line during their reign, making them the sole ones in eight centuries to uncover Joyboy’s fabled treasure, the One Piece. Yet, upon arriving at Laugh Tale, it became evident that their journey deviated from destiny’s grand design. This is why they could never truly exploit the power of the treasure itself. Interestingly, Roger ignited the Golden Age of Piracy with the intention of setting in motion the ancient prophecy surrounding the Sun God Nika’s powers, which would eventually fall into the hands of a worthy successor.

How Luffy Fits Into All Of This

Luffy’s Ultimate Role

Amongst the fan community, there’s a widely held belief that the Straw Hat crew might eventually discover Laugh Tale. Similar to how the Roger Pirates reacted upon finding their treasure, it’s generally assumed that the Straw Hats will laugh too, except for Luffy who is expected to become enraged when he realizes that his entire journey, dreams, and ambitions were orchestrated from the outset as part of a grand scheme.

In the tale we follow, there’s no argument about Luffy achieving his ambitions and cleansing the world from the World Nobles’ tyranny. What remains uncertain is how he would respond if he discovered that, despite seeking pirate kingship for its freedom, he has unknowingly been executing a larger scheme he had no initial part in.

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2025-01-31 17:04