One Piece: The Post-Elbaf Power Of Luffy, Explained

As a long-time One Piece fanatic with countless sleepless nights spent poring over manga panels and discussing theories with fellow enthusiasts, I must say that the upcoming battle between Luffy and Shanks in Elbaf has me absolutely thrilled! The prospect of witnessing our beloved Straw Hat Captain learn from the legendary pirate Shanks himself is tantalizing, to say the least.

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

Key Takeaways

Luffy’s current strength is incredibly high: Yonko level, mastered all Haki, Awakened Devil Fruit.
Luffy needs to improve his Haki for Elders and Imu: Supreme King Haki is the key.
Luffy vs Shanks in Elbaf could elevate his power to surpass Kaido and reach Pirate King level.

In the world of One Piece, Monkey D. Luffy has earned a spot among the powerful Yonko, following his victory over Kaido during the Wano Country arc. Luffy’s abilities have been refined significantly in Egghead, particularly his control over his Awakening, and fans can attest to his ongoing growth in strength. The progress shown by Luffy in the early stages of Elbaf suggests that he is far from reaching his full potential, implying that his power continues to escalate.

Beyond that, it’s clear to his followers that he has yet to attain an even greater height, and Elbaf serves as a stepping stone for him in the world of One Piece. Luffy is destined to become stronger still in the future, and fans eagerly anticipate witnessing the level he will achieve once he emerges from Elbaf.

Luffy’s Current Level Of Strength Is Incredibly High

Luffy Has All Three Haki Types
Luffy Awakened His Devil Fruit

Luffy is certainly one of the strongest characters in One Piece right now. His being one of the Yonko emphasizes that. Even at the beginning of the Elbaf arc, Oda highlighted on many occasions that Luffy is now seen as equal to Red Hair. Of course, this does not mean that Luffy is equal to Shanks in terms of strength, which he might well be, but more that Luffy and Shanks now stand on the same pedestal and carry the same title of Yonko. Right now, Luffy is a tremendously powerful individual. Not only has he mastered all three types of Haki, but he knows all three advanced versions of this power and can tap into them effortlessly.

You can infuse the Color of the Supreme King, can’t you? – Luffy

Initially, Luffy’s command over Supreme King Haki Infusion during his fight with Kaido was not as robust. However, he has significantly enhanced this skill since then. Currently, Luffy can employ Haki without much difficulty and encounters fewer drawbacks compared to earlier. When it comes to handling his Devil Fruit abilities, fans are well aware that Luffy is a virtuoso in this area. He has activated Gear 5 on numerous occasions within the same arc, as demonstrated during the Egghead encounter.

In the land of Elbaf, Luffy frequently employs his Gear 5, even for simple tasks like battling Hyllmangandr’s pet. This demonstrates his high level of assurance and familiarity when wielding these abilities, an enhancement that might not be immediately noticeable to viewers at first glance. Moreover, Luffy has displayed the skill to activate powers like Gear 4 in specific body parts, such as only his arm.

This significant progress demonstrates that he’s now operating on an entirely new plane, compared to his earlier stages. Luffy is still evolving, with the Elbaf Arc serving as a catalyst for his growth, and fans are well aware that he must reach unprecedented heights if he intends to vanquish figures such as the Elders, particularly Imu.

Why Luffy Needs To Work On His Haki In Elbaf

Luffy’s Haki Is Not On Joy Boy’s Level Just Yet

From the Egghead Island Saga, Luffy gained insights into areas where he needs to grow and prepare to combat the World Government. It’s clear that a confrontation with them is imminent, so Luffy must fortify himself even more for this upcoming battle. At present, Luffy is powerful, but he lacks the strength to defeat figures like the Elders or Imu. During the Egghead Island arc, Luffy was able to engage and even overpower the Elders, but he cannot break their immortality. This means that in prolonged battles, he would likely lose. Despite his ability to outmatch them physically, the Elders can regenerate indefinitely, without depleting their energy, while Luffy will eventually exhaust Gear 5, which is a significant weakness for him, leading to his eventual defeat. Thus, characters like the Elders are expected to emerge victorious.

That Haki…was it greater than Red Hair’s? – Dorry and Brogy

Given the Elders’ formidable power, it’s clear to fans that Luffy currently lacks the ability to defeat Imu, who is widely perceived as immortal by figures like Ivankov. To stand a chance against the Elders, Luffy must significantly boost his strength, and Oda has hinted at this in the storyline. In essence, Egghead’s activation of Joyboy’s Haki could be a clue to where Luffy needs to focus his growth.

Through his most potent form of Haki, he neutralized the transformations of the elders, simultaneously ending their summoning process. The elders themselves felt the true impact, and even Imu winced at the sensation caused by Joyboy’s Haki. It is well-understood among fans that the key to defeating the elders and Imu resides in Supreme King Haki, specifically of the highest rank.

Currently, Luffy lacks the level of Haki needed to take on characters like the Elders. Consequently, only powerful figures such as Shanks can defeat them at present. This is why Shanks plays a crucial role, as he’ll help guide Luffy towards mastering this higher tier of Haki in Elbaf.

Luffy Vs Shanks In Elbaf Could Improve Him

As I engage in battles, I often pick up a few moves from my opponents and incorporate them into my own arsenal. Just like with Katakuri and Kaido, I can’t ignore the fact that Shanks should be no exception. It’s only a matter of time before Luffy and Shanks face off, and if it happens to be in Elbaf, well, that’s where the real learning begins.

Post-Elbaf Luffy’s Power

After his battle with Shanks ends and he returns from Elbaf, Luffy will be stronger than ever, surpassing even powerful figures like Kaido. His strength could even exceed the typical Yonko level. He’ll have mastered his Devil Fruit abilities to a degree, but what sets him apart is his proficiency with Haki, approaching the skill level of Joy Boy. This would mark the culmination of Luffy’s journey towards becoming Pirate King, hinting to fans that he’s now prepared for the impending Final War in One Piece, which seems imminent.

With these Powers, Luffy ought to be capable of thwarting the danger posed by the Five Elders and moreover, overpower characters like Imu. Even Blackbeard, who could presumably neutralize Luffy’s Gear 5, might still be conquered using this new level of Supreme King Haki that Luffy could acquire from Shanks in Elbaf.

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2024-11-02 02:34