One Piece: Oda Reveals A Haki User Stronger Than Shanks

Highlights

Confirmation that Straw Hat Pirates are en route to Elbaf, post Egghead, sets stage for bigger arcs.
Shanks showcased advanced Haki skills, but Joy Boy’s Haki surpasses even him, as revealed in chapter 1123.
Oda implies Shanks is strongest Haki user in modern era, with Joy Boy being strongest overall.

As someone who’s been following One Piece since its early days, I must say that the recent developments have left me utterly astounded! The sheer power exhibited by Joy Boy in chapter 1122 was nothing short of breathtaking – splitting the skies with his Haki alone is a feat unheard of! And to think that he managed to knock out not one, but all the Vice Admirals on the island? It just goes to show how far beyond our wildest imaginations this man’s power lies.

This article contains spoilers from One Piece chapter 1123.

As a gamer immersed in the One Piece universe, I’ve just finished reading chapter 1123, and it was a massive leap for the story! The anticipation of seeing where the narrative would head next towards the upcoming arc, and finally getting confirmation about Egghead’s fate, has been a long-awaited relief.

Fortunately, it was made clear in chapter 1123 of “One Piece” that the Straw Hat Pirates had already embarked on their journey to Elbaf, signaling the end of the Egghead Island arc. This paves the way for larger events to unfold. Although the Egghead Island storyline has concluded, its aftermath is still being addressed, offering viewers a detailed look into Vegapunk’s scheme and generating reactions to the extraordinary Haki showcased in chapter 1122 of “One Piece”. In this way, fans were given confirmation that there may be a haki user who surpasses even Shanks in power within the story.

Shanks’s Usage Of Conqueror’s Haki In One Piece

Shanks Is A Master Of Haki In One Piece

It goes without saying that Shanks is one of the strongest Haki users that fans have seen in One Piece. In fact, Shanks is the very first user of Conqueror’s Haki in the story. In the current era, Shanks is hardly matched by anyone, and this was highlighted time and again in One Piece. Shanks recently showcased a glimpse of his Haki when he fought against Kid and essentially dismantled the entire crew all by himself. Clearly, the level at which he utilizes his Haki, especially given that he is currently in his prime, just goes to show that Shanks is in a league of his own. He also has some very advanced applications of Conqueror’s Haki, such as the ability to use it remotely from miles away, as was seen when he fought against Admiral Greenbull, and of course, the most rare ability of fall in One Piece, Observation Killing. Shanks can even kill the Observation Haki of his enemies using Conqueror’s Haki, and once again, this just goes to show that he is a very special Haki user.

Fans often refer to Shanks as a Haki powerhouse, and so far he hasn’t fully unleashed his abilities. However, with One Piece Chapter 1122, readers were introduced to someone whose Haki might surpass even Shanks’. This mysterious figure is none other than Joy Boy. Although there hadn’t been any explicit confirmation from Oda about the strength of this Haki until now, One Piece Chapter 1123 has officially confirmed that it’s truly extraordinary.

How Joy Boy’s Haki Surpasses Red-haired Shanks

Joy Boy Is Obviously A Stronger Haki User Than Shanks

In chapter 1122 of One Piece, viewers were given an insightful look into Joy Boy’s use of Haki. Through a flashback, we learn that Joy Boy kept his most potent Haki inside Emet as a means of safeguarding him due to their strong bond. It seems these two figures had a unique relationship. Given Joy Boy’s protective role, it can be deduced that he saw Emet as a younger brother. However, since Joy Boy was mortal and Emet was a robot, this meant Joy Boy couldn’t live forever. This limitation ultimately led him to take drastic measures like sealing his Haki within himself. In essence, this sealed Haki became the last remnant of Joy Boy in a symbolic sense. Since this was essentially all that remained of Joy Boy alive, Emet knew he would only need to employ it when the situation demanded it.

Hey, Beck. Isn’t it about time to go and claim it? The One Piece.

He waited around 800 years to utilize this power, and only upon seeing Luffy, who is the current Joy Boy, did he decide that the time was right to use it. When he unleashed Joy Boy’s Haki, fans were utterly stunned as to what it could accomplish. This Haki was able to hit all the Marines around Egghead, and ensured that they passed out. Above all, it was able to negate the abilities of the Five Elders, and at the same time, negate the summoning that Saturn performed as well. This meant that all the Elders were sent back to Marijoa, with Saturn being the only one left behind.

Moreover, Joy Boy’s Haki was extraordinarily potent, as it caused the heavens above Egghead to rupture – a feat that has never before been achieved by a single individual using their own Haki. Typically, two individuals need to engage with their Haki for such a sky-splitting event to occur. Joy Boy’s ability to do this on his own underscores the extraordinary level he operates at.

In One Piece chapter 1123, it provided fans with a glimpse into just how potent this Haki could be. Initially, viewers witnessed that all the Vice Admirals on the island had fainted. This is remarkable since Vice Admirals are known for their resilience against Conqueror’s Haki blasts. Even Yonko-level characters often fail to knock out Vice Admirals due to their significant strength. However, Joy Boy was able to knock them all unconscious using his Haki, which underscores the fact that he is an exceptionally powerful wielder of Conqueror’s Haki.

One Piece: Oda Reveals A Haki User Stronger Than Shanks

In addition to what had already occurred, chapter 1123 of One Piece featured a discussion between Dorry and Brogy regarding the potency of the Haki displayed on Egghead. They made a significant comparison to Shanks’s Haki, expressing doubt as to whether the Haki they observed was more powerful than Shanks’. Essentially, Oda hinted at Joy Boy belonging to an entirely distinct category when it comes to Haki usage.

Oda Implies Shanks Is The Strongest Haki User Alive

Joy Boy Is Dead, And Shanks Is The Current Strongest Haki User

As a dedicated One Piece fan, it’s indisputable that Joy Boy holds the title of the strongest Haki user in the series… historically speaking. Yet, Joy Boy has departed from this world, making him ineligible to hold the title for the current era. When we talk about the most powerful Haki user in today’s storyline, there’s no debate – it’s undeniably Shanks who stands tall as the benchmark against which Joy Boy’s Haki was compared. This comparison, subtly made by Oda, strongly suggests that Shanks is indeed the strongest Haki user of our modern era.

Oh Joy Boy, I wish I could’ve lived in your era! – Roger

It’s particularly evident when people like Dorry and Brogy, who have lived for a generation, make this comparison. Shanks, as we know, currently wields the most potent Haki among all characters in One Piece. This suggests that although he may not be at Joy Boy’s level, he is still an incredibly powerful figure.

You can access “One Piece” through Viz Media. Fans can read it officially and without charge on the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus app. Mark your calendars for August 18, 2024, as that’s when the next chapter of “One Piece,” titled “One Piece 1123,” will be released.

2024-08-18 00:05