One Piece: Roger Didn’t Have A Devil Fruit, But Oda Has Finally Revealed His Secret Power

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

The Elbaf arc in One Piece has been gradually unveiling fascinating details about the One Piece universe, and at present, thanks to Loki’s flashback, Oda is disclosing ancient legends of this world, including that of Rocks D. Xebec. It’s only natural that when discussing the period preceding the Golden Age of Pirates, the name Gol D. Roger often arises.

Indeed, when discussing the most iconic pirates within the realm of “One Piece”, it is undeniable that Roger holds the highest regard, particularly in more recent times. Through a Loki flashback, Oda has ultimately unveiled the mystery behind Roger’s power, and it transcends merely Haki.

Roger Conquered The World With Haki

Initially, when Roger was introduced in the story, many fans speculated that he possessed a Devil Fruit due to brief hints about him. However, as the narrative unfolded and more details about Roger emerged, it became evident that contrary to popular belief, he didn’t require a Devil Fruit to become the Pirate King. The Wano Country arc of One Piece revealed that Roger’s dominance was solely due to his mastery over Haki.

The one who stands atop all the Conquerors can be called the Pirate King! — Chinjao

Kaido believes that while Devil Fruit abilities can provide a significant edge, it’s Haki that truly stands out and triumphs in the end. However, it’s important to note that Kaido himself lost to someone with weaker Haki. Yet, Roger’s status as the Pirate King, alongside his victories over formidable pirates like Newgate, suggests there may be some validity to Kaido’s viewpoint. After all, in Kaido’s eyes, Roger was more powerful than Rocks because he had subdued everything.

The purpose of this paraphrase is to convey the same information but in a natural and easy-to-read manner that maintains the original meaning while making it easier for readers to understand.

Roger’s Secret Lies In One Piece’s Most Destructive Fighting Style

Roger Copied Rocks’s Fighting Style

Without a doubt, while Haki is Roger’s primary tool in the world of One Piece, it’s the way he employs this Haki that truly sets him apart. As demonstrated in chapter 1155 of One Piece, there’s a unique combat style that enables one to batter enemies with Haki, making them feel as if they’ve been struck by a hammer or cannonfire. Rocks employed this technique with his sword, and even though it was a cutting weapon, his attacks carried the impact of a hammer.

Haki conquers all! Roger proved that! — Kaido to Luffy

Interestingly enough, Roger too employed this same skillset. Given that Rocks was its first user, it’s highly probable that Roger learned it through their battles. This power helped him vanquish Oden, and later engage Whitebeard on equal terms. What truly set Roger apart was his mastery of the technique that Rocks excelled in.

Only Roger, Rocks, and Shanks Can Use It

In the world of One Piece, only three characters are recognized for mastering this unique fighting style. It was presumably developed by Rocks, with Roger picking up on it by watching him. Eventually, Shanks also learned it, having observed Roger, according to what Oda has revealed.

In two weeks’ time, One Piece Chapter 1157 will be published! As always, we’ll find the new chapter on Sunday. For our friends in Japan, the manga will go live at midnight Japanese Standard Time (JST) on Monday, but for most international readers, you can expect to read it on August 16. The official release date of One Piece Chapter 1157 is indeed August 16, 2025. Excitingly, fans can enjoy the chapter for free on Manga Plus!

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2025-08-16 22:37