One Piece: Devil Fruit Powerhouses Lurk in the Shadows

This post contains spoilers for One Piece.

Summary

Elbaf arc surprises fans with new characters like Shepherd Sommers, who possesses a dangerous Devil Fruit power.
Shepherd Sommers’ Iba Iba no Mi ability is considered one of the strongest Devil Fruits, capable of causing severe damage.
Oda has yet to reveal many powerful Devil Fruits of key characters like Imu, Monkey D. Dragon, and Rocks D. Xebec in upcoming arcs.

So far, the Elbaf arc has been unexpected and has defied any predictions made by “One Piece” fans. Many assumed it would highlight Usopp, but so far, this hasn’t happened, not even after the new characters Oda created for the storyline were introduced.

For the first time, spectators caught a glimpse of Scopper Gaban, an essential figure in the Roger Pirates, a legendary group. Additionally, Figarland Shamrock Gunko made his debut, along with two other members of God’s Knights. Although Figarland Shamrock has been grabbing all the attention, viewers should also keep an eye on Shepherd Sommers.

Who Is Saint Shepherd Sommers?

One Of The Strongest Characters In Elbaf

As an avid follower, I proudly stand amongst the chosen few, God’s Knights, safeguarding the realm of Marijoa. Beyond this, I bear the title of World Nobel, a prestigious honor that grants me authority over the Marines, enabling me to execute my commands without hesitation. Unlike many of my fellow World Nobles, I am far from feeble and self-reliant, shielding myself rather than relying on others for protection.

It’s worth noting that he consumed one of the strongest Devil Fruits in One Piece – the Iba Iba no Mi. This Paramecia-type fruit grants Shepherd Sommers the ability to grow sharp vines at will. At first glance, it might seem ordinary, but appearances can be deceiving. In reality, there’s more to this Devil Fruit than meets the eye, making him a formidable opponent.

There’s more emotion in killing. —Shepherd Sommers

The Iba Iba no Mi’s thorny vines are unseen and effortlessly entwine objects or people. During the Elbaf arc, Shepherd Sommers employed this ability to ensnare children with the vines. Since they were hidden from view, anyone who came into contact with them incurred significant harm.

The unique property of the Iba Iba no Mi that makes it perilous is its ability to inflict damage proportional to one’s emotional bond with a specific object or person. An individual deeply in love could theoretically succumb to the agony triggered by touching the thorns. So far, fans have only heard tales of instant death from Shepherd Sommers, but haven’t witnessed it themselves.

The Potential Of Iba Iba no Mi

While Powerful, It Is Highly Conditional

According to Shepherd Sommers’ assertions, it wouldn’t be an overstatement to label the Iba Iba no Mi as the most powerful Devil Fruit in One Piece. For example, if Sommers entangled a Straw Hat with his vines, touching the thorns would result in Luffy’s instant death due to the intense pain.

The main disadvantage of this skill lies in its contingency; it only works effectively under almost ideal circumstances. If the connection between the user and the target isn’t robust, then the Sommers technique may not produce the intended outcome. In such cases, the individual might merely sustain minor wounds instead.

There Are Many Powers That Haven’t Been Revealed

In the Final Saga, the Elbaf arc is only the second storyline, and we’ve already seen a lot of amazing Devil Fruits revealed by Oda. It seems reasonable to think that he may be saving the most powerful ones for later. Since there will likely be at least two more arcs before the final battle begins, this gives Oda the opportunity to introduce new abilities gradually.

Currently, there’s a great deal of anticipation among fans regarding the skills of Imu, Monkey D. Dragon, Rocks D. Xebec, and Figarland Garling. Given their significant roles in the story, it’s reasonable to expect that they might possess incredibly potent Devil Fruits.

Besides discovering the latest Devil Fruits, it’s intriguing to uncover the backstories of the most mysterious One Piece characters. Even after over 1100 published chapters, there are still many characters whose past remains a mystery. These include but are not limited to:

Crocodile
Monkey D. Dragon
Rocks D. Xebec
Sakazuki
Imu
Joy Boy

Fortunately, readers will find out more about these characters soon since the narrative is progressing swiftly towards its ending.

2025-04-05 04:54