One Piece: Luffy’s Next Power Up Has Already Been Revealed By Oda, And It’s Better Than Gear 5

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This article contains spoilers for One Piece’s Elbaf Arc.

As an ardent One Piece enthusiast, I’m absolutely thrilled to be in the midst of the Elbaf arc! This is undeniably Oda’s most ambitious undertaking yet, brimming with elements that every One Piece fanatic has been yearning for. The intricate lore unraveling, the electrifying battle scenes meticulously planned, and a riveting flashback offering a glimpse into the events preceding the Great Pirate Era – it’s all here!

Without a doubt, Oda’s artistry is truly shining right now. Currently, he’s unfolding an astonishing flashback featuring Loki, but there are even greater things in store. After the flashback concludes, viewers can expect Luffy and the Straw Hats to dive into intense battles. It’s during this phase that many characters, including Luffy himself, will need to grow stronger. Intriguingly, Oda has already hinted at a significant power-up for Luffy, and soon enough, we’ll witness its complete unveiling.

Luffy’s Next Step Is To Learn Better Haki

  • Gear 5 Is Luffy’s Devil Fruit Peak
  • Luffy Needs To Master Haki

In the One Piece series, Elbaf has emphasized the significance of a unique ability called Conqueror’s Haki. This skill is often decisive in the most intense battles within One Piece. Fans understand that Conqueror’s Haki can enhance a user’s body, boosting both offensive and defensive prowess. The power of Conqueror’s Haki is undeniably impressive, and it’s common knowledge among fans that Luffy possesses this ability. However, his proficiency with it isn’t yet at its full potential.

Listen, Straw Hat! Burn into your mind how you use Haki. — Scopper Gaban

More recently, Scopper Gaban observed Luffy employing Haki but noticed it wasn’t being utilized effectively. Despite using it, Luffy hasn’t been successful in injuring the immortal characters, like the Five Elders. Essentially, Luffy must learn to use his Haki differently to inflict fatal damage on them, and this is expected to be part of his next power boost.

Luffy Needs To Learn To Damage The Holy Knights

Luffy Cannot Injure The Holy Knights Right Now

On Egghead, Luffy failed to leave a mark against the Five Elders. In contrast, Joy Boy’s Haki blast exhibited such power that it reversed their transformations and sent them retreating. To face off against the Holy Knights and ultimately Imu, the Ruler of the World, Luffy needs to enhance his Conqueror’s Haki abilities.

I already understand, Chopper! — Luffy

After the Elbaf saga concludes, Luffy’s strength will have reached unprecedented levels, placing him on par with the caliber of Red-haired Shanks and even surpassing Kaido. This newfound might renders Luffy worthy to aspire for the title of Pirate King. Consequently, the impending battle against Imu becomes significantly important, as it will test his newly acquired power.

Luffy’s Haki Will Go One Step Beyond

At the culmination of the Elbaf arc, Luffy’s powers will reach their zenith, making his Devil Fruit abilities more potent than ever. This could potentially render him invincible. However, there is still room for improvement in his Gear 5, which he needs to refine for better efficiency should a future war be on the horizon. Luffy’s growth is inevitable but may take longer than some fans anticipate.

One Piece Chapter 1158 will be released in two weeks’ time. It will be available as usual on Sunday worldwide, except in Japan where it comes out at midnight on Monday (JST). For most international readers, the chapter can be accessed on August 31. The official release date for One Piece Chapter 1158 is August 31, 2025. Readers can enjoy this chapter free of charge on Manga Plus.

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2025-08-14 02:32