Controversy erupts as Saitama faces surprise defeat against Luffy in unexpected showdown
One Punch Man fans outraged as Saitama suffers a shocking defeat against Luffy in a controversial Twitter poll Saitama, known for his unbeatable strength, faces unexpected defeat, sparking heated debates among fans worldwide
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Saitama from One Punch Man is widely regarded as one of the most formidable protagonists in anime. His unrivaled strength allows him to effortlessly defeat even the strongest opponents with just a single punch. The series even depicts him as being bored due to the lack of a worthy adversary. However, when a debate emerged pitting Saitama against Monkey D. Luffy from One Piece, with the latter winning, it sparked outrage among fans of ONE's manga.
Engaging in debates among anime enthusiasts is common practice, and this particular discussion raised intriguing points about power scaling in the worlds of One Punch Man and One Piece. Despite Luffy's recent power boost with the Gear 5 retcon, it is widely agreed upon that Saitama surpasses the Straw Hats' captain in terms of sheer power and the magnitude of his achievements.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for One Punch Man and One Piece.
One Punch Man fans are livid with Saitama losing against Luffy on a Twitter poll
Some fans didn't like One Punch Man's Saitama losing (Image via Twitter).
The image captured the clear reactions on Twitter.
On Twitter, a fan organized a tournament/poll to determine the strength of popular shonen characters. Fans voted to determine the winner, resulting in a face-off between Saitama and Luffy. However, the outcome of this matchup disappointed One Punch Man fans.
Fans will inevitably defend their favorite series' characters, but the arguments in this case hold true. Although Luffy is undeniably powerful and ranks among the strongest characters in One Piece, Saitama exists on an entirely different level, as evidenced by his own manga.
Throughout the series, Saitama longs for a worthy challenge, having already reached the pinnacle of power. No one is capable of posing a significant threat to him, and thus he never has to exert his full strength. This becomes apparent in his battles against formidable opponents like Boros and his recent clash with Garou, where Saitama effortlessly overcomes cosmic-level threats without even breaking a sweat.
The notion of these tournaments
Despite the inherent absurdity within the series, where the protagonist can effortlessly vanquish God-level dangers with minimal effort, this remarkable feat remains his designated power within the context of the story.
The outcome of the tournament (Image via Twitter) didn't sit well with many fans.
Fans of One Punch Man should remember that these tournaments are tied to the popularity of the characters and the support they receive from their respective fandoms. While it is undeniable that Saitama surpasses Luffy in terms of strength, it is important to note that Saitama's feats in his own series are on a much grander scale, solidifying his superiority.
ONE and Yusuke Murata's manga works operate on a cosmic level in terms of power-scaling, while Eiichiro Oda's series operates on a continental level. In the Wano arc against Kaido, Luffy has potentially gained Gear 5, but he still falls slightly below Saitama in terms of power. Saitama surpasses Luffy because he effortlessly defeats god-like beings.
This is a major factor in the series' popularity among the anime and manga community. Viewers are captivated by the ever-growing threats that Saitama effortlessly conquers. While humor and meta elements are present, the core concept of the character is his incredible strength, which places him higher in this discussion.
Final thoughts
The disagreement among fans of One Piece is evident through a tweet shared on Twitter. One Punch Man and One Piece, both popular series, have gained immense popularity due to their main characters who have amassed a massive fan base. The intense debate surrounding this matter is understandable. However, it is important to remember that this tournament is meant for light-hearted discussions about shonen characters and should not be taken too seriously.
Editor's P/S
As a One Punch Man fan, I am outraged by the recent defeat of Saitama against Luffy in a Twitter poll. Saitama is widely regarded as one of the most powerful anime characters, and his defeat against Luffy, who is from a different anime series, is simply unacceptable.
The argument that Luffy won because of his recent power boost with the Gear 5 retcon is also flawed. Even with this new power, Luffy is still not on the same level as Saitama. Saitama has defeated opponents who are far stronger than anything Luffy has ever faced.
This controversy highlights the problem with comparing characters from different anime series. Each series has its own power scaling, and it is impossible to accurately compare characters from different series. Saitama is the strongest character in the One Punch Man universe, and Luffy is the strongest character in the One Piece universe. There is no need to debate who is stronger, as they are both the strongest in their respective universes.
