One Piece: Oda’s Shocking Admission Reveals the Unrivaled Haki Master – Guess Who’s Just Been Dethroned as the Strongest?

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This article contains spoilers from One Piece‘s Elbaf arc.

Summary

  • Joy Boy possesses the strongest Haki ever seen in One Piece, capable of remarkable feats.
  • Shanks is confirmed by Oda to be the strongest current Haki user, even surpassing Joy Boy.
  • Shanks’ Haki is unmatched, even knocking out Marines Vice Admirals with his sheer power.

In the Elbaf arc of “One Piece,” fans will be introduced to some incredibly powerful characters, as well as re-introduce others who have been part of the story for a while. Among all the characters that Oda has kept under wraps for the climax of “One Piece,” the one that fans are eagerly awaiting is Shanks, one of the Four Sea Kings.

So far, Shanks has made limited appearances in “One Piece,” but the anticipation among readers is high due to Eiichiro Oda’s promise that Shanks will play a significant role in the Final Saga. When it comes to Shanks’ abilities, fans are well aware that he is particularly proficient in Haki, a skill for which he is renowned. In fact, Oda himself has stated that Shanks is the most powerful Haki user of the current era.

Oda Gives Fans A Glimpse Of Joy Boy’s Strongest Haki

  • Joy Boy Appeared Briefly In Egghead
  • Joy Boy’s Haki Was Magnificent

In the realm of exceptional Haki users, the author Oda strategically spotlights certain individuals who exhibit an extraordinary level of this power. Joy Boy is undeniably one of these select few. Readers were given glimpses of Joy Boy’s powers during the Egghead arc in One Piece, particularly towards its conclusion. When the Straw Hat Pirates were saved by Emet, a colossal burst of Haki was released by him. In a brief flashback, Oda revealed Emet’s connection to Joy Boy, and it was clear that these two shared an incredibly tight bond. To safeguard Emet even after his demise, Joy Boy had enclosed his most potent Haki within him using some sort of rope mechanism. When this power was activated by Emet, readers witnessed the most impressive display of Haki in One Piece to date. This Haki was so intense that it split the sky on its own, leaving the Marine Vice Admirals unconscious, rendering all the Elders powerless outside their Yokai forms, and preventing Saturn’s summoning. Even Saturn himself was left staggered while Imu felt chills all over. There is no doubt that this Haki surpasses anything we’ve seen in the story thus far. This should come as no shock to readers, especially considering Joy Boy’s majestic power, which was so great that the 20 Kings trembled in awe and chose to unite their forces rather than confront him individually.

Listen, Emet! I’ll store my strongest Haki in you. Use it only when the time is right. – Joy Boy

Joy Boy, it’s known, was not just a pirate but also possessed the power of the Nika fruit and boasted the strongest Haki. It’s no wonder then that he demonstrated such incredible abilities. Regrettably, this impressive display occurred only once, as Joy Boy, the Haki user, is now deceased. Similarly, Emet met his end after using this power, ensuring that fans will never witness Joy Boy wielding his powers in real life again.

It’s quite likely that Oda will reveal Joy Boy’s powers in a flashback at some point, but since his most potent Haki has already been demonstrated, fans won’t need to see what else he can do because the bar for strength has already been set high. Anyone who comes close to this level will be considered the strongest Haki user of the present era.

Oda Compares Shanks Directly To Joy Boy

The Giants Were Unsure About A Haki Comparison

In the present age of “One Piece”, it’s guaranteed that spectators will witness some incredibly powerful characters employing robust Haki. However, there’s no question in anyone’s mind that Shanks wields the strongest Haki among them all. It’s no wonder to any fan that Shanks’ Haki is unrivaled in its power. He is a master of Haki and his might is truly colossal. A hint of this was shown during his fight with Kid, where he effortlessly decimated an entire crew with a single strike of his sword, infused with Conqueror’s Haki. Yet, this is just the tip of the iceberg.

In Egghead, it was noted that Shanks was compared directly to Joy Boy, as their respective Haki abilities became apparent due to Oda’s portrayal. However, the Giants Dorry and Brogy were left in a quandary, unable to determine which of these two characters possessed the superior Haki skill.

It’s clear that they were curious if the Haki displayed was stronger than Shank’s, but we never got an answer to that question. This suggests that the character in question possesses a level of Haki that rivals, or even surpasses, that of Shanks, which is exceptional.

It seems you want a rephrasing of this sentence in simpler and more natural English: “So, is it the Haki that Red Hair Shanks possesses which even Vice Admirals could not sustain their consciousness?”

“Is it the power of Haki that Red Hair Shanks has that even Vice Admirals couldn’t keep their awareness?

In “One Piece Film: Red,” penned by Goro Taniguchi, there were subtle hints that align with established canon, thanks to Oda’s meticulous notes, particularly concerning Shanks’s power and fighting style. Crucially, it was revealed in this film that Shanks can nullify the Observation Haki of his adversaries—a fact confirmed by Oda himself. Fans witnessed a colossal burst of Haki from Shanks, especially towards the climax, which left even the Marine Vice Admirals unconscious—a feat only previously demonstrated by Joy Boy within the narrative. Both Kizaru and Fujitora were taken aback by Shanks’s Haki display and chose to retreat.

Shanks Is The Current Strongest In The World

Shanks’s Might Is Unmatched

In the present time of the One Piece universe, Shanks stands out as an invincible pirate above all others. Despite Kaido holding the title, it’s clear that Shanks is the strongest. This was not always apparent since Shanks remained relatively inactive until the Final Saga. If Shanks had been relentlessly pursuing the One Piece from the start, he would have easily outpaced both Kaido and Big Mom and claimed the grand treasure long ago. Moreover, Kaido himself acknowledges that Shanks is one of the top 5 strongest adversaries he’s ever encountered, further emphasizing his power and influence.

Without a doubt, Shanks’ Haki is extraordinarily potent and currently stands as the strongest. Only Luffy, who is bound to exceed him in terms of Haki power, comes close. Fans are eagerly anticipating Luffy’s Haki development throughout the upcoming arcs of One Piece, hoping to witness his growth and advancement. When Shanks and Luffy eventually clash, it’s inevitable that Shanks will be surpassed. Keep a keen eye on their future battle!

You can access the popular series “One Piece” through Viz Media. Fans are able to read it officially and without charge on both the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus applications. The next chapter, One Piece Chapter 1136, is scheduled for release on January 19, 2025.

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2025-01-17 03:34