Summary
There are a number of characters who are about to make it to One Piece, but here are five that Luffy could face in the series' final battle. Author Eiichiro Oda is known for creating unexpected plot twists, and Shanks could play a different role in the ending of One Piece than fans expect. Luffy's journey has earned him many enemies, some of whom deserve his revenge after they hurt or killed those close to him.
The end of A pieceThe epic story is coming to a close, and the identity of Luffy's Final Rival It's still unknown at this point, but there are at least five individuals who would bring an emotional and narratively stunning conclusion to the future Pirate King's story. Some of the villains, such as the World Government's secret ruler, Imu, have shown themselves well in the series, but other candidates for the role Luffy's final boss in One Piece has been part of the story from the beginning.
Throughout the many chapters of the One Piece manga, Luffy has matured considerably since leaving Dawn Island. The once indecisive and naive young man has traveled the seas and become a formidable Pirate Emperor in just a few years. His growth has come with the help of his close companions in the Straw Hat Pirates, but along the way, he has made just as many, if not more, formidable enemies.
As Luffy's crew travels the world and liberates several islands from the oppressive rule of brutal pirates and the brutal regime of the World Government, powerful enemies appear that make the quest for One Piece much more difficult. Here are Top 5 Candidates Who Will Likely Stand in Luffy's Way as the Final Obstacle He Faces Before the End of One Piece Storyand not all of them are bad guys.
5 Admiral Sakazuki's Revenge is Best Served Hot
Akainu's form of justice must be challenged
When the Marine Admirals were first introduced in One Piece, they represented the pinnacle of seemingly untouchable power. However, during the Marineford arc, Admiral Akainu “aka Sakazuki” used the Magma Fruit to not only demonstrate his terrifying power, but also to capture the person Luffy loved, his older brother Portgas D. Ace. This tragic turn of events immediately added the fearsome Admiral to the growing list of characters fans wanted to see Luffy defeat.
The Battle of the Greatest lived up to its name as some of One Piece's strongest characters clashed at the Marine headquarters in Marineford. Akainu's fearsome Magma Devil Fruit abilities made a huge impression on fans. His Logia abilities made him nearly invulnerable to anyone not skilled in using haki, and haki users who could damage him could easily meet their end by getting too close to his magma. Sakazuki can create meteor-like bullets and easily reshape the landscape.making him a real challenge to anyone who disagrees with his form of justice.
Admiral Akainu fought the icy Admiral Kuzan for ten consecutive days to become Fleet Admiral. Their power changed the atmosphere of Punk Hazard forever.
The post-timeskip arcs have greatly expanded the world of One Piece by introducing increasingly powerful enemies for the Straw Hats to overcome. Akainu has been promoted to Fleet Admiral of the Marines, but his role as Luffy's ultimate antagonist seems uncertain as the scale of the series progresses. Although Luffy getting revenge on Akainu for Ace's death would be a satisfying momentLuffy seems ready to face someone higher up in the World Government's hierarchy or someone who has grown along with Luffy's personality since the beginning of the series.
4 Gol D. Roger has Garp, Monkey D. Luffy has Koby
Koby has become one of the strongest characters in One Piece and he will probably get stronger
Before Luffy met Nami and even Zoro, he met the skinny and cowardly Koby. Their brief time together inspired and motivated the young man to pursue his dream of becoming a Marine. Although Koby's dream seemed to be the complete opposite of Luffy's dream of becoming Pirate King, the two formed a touching friendship. However, as both characters pursued their dreams, Their friendship developed into something more like a rivalry. That could reflect the incredibly satisfying final battle between Naruto and Sasuke at the end of that series.
After joining the Marines, Koby and his new friend Helmeppo made a strong impression on Vice Admiral Garp. The Marine hero Garp always wanted his rebellious nephew Luffy to become a Marine, and every time fans saw Koby's progression, he seems more like the Marine that Garp always wanted his grandson to become. Especially in the Egghead Island arc, where the incredible results of Koby's harsh training regimen resulted in him being able to punch a hole in a mountain. His powerful Haki also combined with his mastery of acute sensory Haki, is likely to improve even further.
After being rescued from Blackbeard's headquarters and hearing Dr. Vegapunk's world-changing message, Koby's future in the One Piece story seems more uncertain than ever. It's unlikely that he'll want to side with the World Government's unjust actions, an extreme opposition to justice that nearly got him killed by Akainu. If the World Government and their Navy see a drastic restructuring from the events of One Piece's final saga, it's likely that they'll need a new Fleet Admiral, a position that Coby seems destined to attain and a role that requires a rival Pirate like Luffy to pursue, reflects the relationship that Garp and Gol D. Roger shared..
3 Shanks represents a level that Luffy must surpass unless someone defeats him
Eustass Kid's defeat makes Shanks a positive obstacle in obtaining One Piece
Luffy's life and the story of One Piece would be very different if Shanks had not sacrificed his arm to save the boy's life. By the time the events of the first chapter of One Piece take place, Shanks has become a skilled pirate, and since then, he has grown into one of the closest pirates to Laugh Tale and has acquired his former captain's treasure, One Piece. Followers of the series know that he has some formidable opponents. Although the story begins with Luffy taking the straw hat from Shanks, it most likely ends with him returning it.
For playing such an important role in Luffy's pirate life, Shanks hasn't had much screen time throughout the entirety of One Piece's storyline, but that changes dramatically after Luffy gains his own rank as Pirate Emperor. During the Egghead arc, Shanks has gone from a supporting character to a much more active role in the race for One Piece. Ever since Shanks challenged Luffy to take his hat back after he became a great pirate, the excitement for their reunion has been palpable.
A final clash between the Straw Hats and the Red Hair Pirates would be the perfect way to repay all of Luffy's efforts and fulfill a promise that took years to fulfill. Luffy vs Shanks seems like a satisfying and safe direction to go in terms of plot. to deliver the final arcs of One Piece. However, author Eiichiro Oda often surprises audiences with emotional and intense plot twists. One twist could result in Shanks being defeated before Luffy can return his straw hat to him, and two of the top candidates for Luffy's final boss could do just that.
2 Luffy can bring relief to decades of Imu's oppressive rule
The final secret ruler of the One Piece World Government was not revealed until Chapter #906
The Five Elders of the World Government seemed like the final villains that One Piece was building up to Luffy defeating at the end of the series. However, that changed when the mysterious elders came together to bow before the true ruler of the world, Imu. Mystery and power are understatements when it comes to the figure who has controlled the world for hundreds of years. During that time, the leader of the dastardly Celestial Dragons has used his influence and power to commit genocide, perpetuate slavery, and many of humanity's worst sins.
Imu's actions were so despicable that they are a character that must be dealt with if One Piece is to have a satisfying ending. Little is known about the full extent of their abilities, but once the true events of Reverie are revealed, the secret leader of this terrifying world will likely emerge. After Sabo interfered with the Elders and Imu's attempt to kill King Kobra of Alabasta, Imu's small and slender figure transformed into a giant humanoid with a sharp and highly mobile demonic tail that easily pierced Vivi's father and nearly killed the extremely agile Sabo.
With the broadcast of Dr. Vegapunk's message and the possible defeat of the Five Elders on Egghead Island, the Ruler of the World Government Imu Will Probably Have a Strong Reaction to the Reappearance of Luffy's Sun God's Nika Devil Fruit and the nickname Joyboy. Joyboy is said to be the first pirate in history to spread happiness and freedom to the world. Imu, who has been pulling the strings and controlling the world from the shadows, seems like the perfect final enemy for Luffy and his status as the sun god. However, Imu's throne may be stolen by someone else who seems destined to clash with Luffy.
1 Blackbeard's Darkness Grows Stronger Along With Luffy's Light
Marshall D. Teach is the most troublesome pirate of One Piece's Shores
Since Marshall D. Teach (aka Blackbeard) was first introduced in the Jaya Arc, he was portrayed as Luffy's opposite. While their first meeting saw the two disagreeing over restaurant food, their feud quickly escalated after Blackbeard captured and turned Ace into a Marine. That act sparked the War of the Best, which resulted in significant changes to the Marines, the death of the Whitebeard Pirate Emperor, and Teaches how to access one of the most powerful Devil Fruits in the worldThis turned him from a significant threat into a major obstacle that many could not overcome.
Blackbeard became the first person in the One Piece series to possess two Devil Fruits. While Teach's crew consisted of world-class criminals who all used a Devil Fruit that was too powerful, he made sure that two of the best would be his. Blackbeard used the Dark Devil Fruit, which had irresistible attacks, and proved capable of nullifying the powers of other Devil Fruit users. After Marineford, he obtained the Earthquake Devil Fruit, which could create catastrophic earthquakes capable of wiping out entire islands. It was a terrifying combination of abilities in the hands of an impulsive and intelligent pirate who wanted the throne of Imu.
With Blackbeard's power and crew becoming one of the strongest in the world, it's hard to argue that he seems to be Luffy's biggest threat when it comes to obtaining One Piece. The Egghead Arc hints that Teach's crew is preparing their captain to become something more than just the Pirate King, the ruler of the world. It's a goal that the most dangerous pirate in history, Rocks D. Xebec, also seeks to fulfill, and a role that Imu has held for centuries. However, even if Blackbeard takes Imu's throne, he and Luffy seem destined to clash in the future. A pieceended as soon as they met.