Explosive Showdown: Unraveling the Epic Clash Between Saturn and Bonney in One Piece

The Egghead Island arc of One Piece has captivated fans with its intense storyline. The escalating conflict between Vegapunk and his forces and the World Government on Egghead Island has reached a new level in recent chapters. In a major development, Saint Saturn, one of the powerful Five Elders, made a significant impact when he arrived on the island. This event marked a turning point as Bonney, a member of the Worst Generation, then proceeded to directly attack and wound him by stabbing him in the chest. Now, a showdown between these two characters is imminent, promising an epic battle with one of the esteemed Five Elders.

Saturn's Arrival On Egghead Island

Saturn was dispatched to Egghead Island due to Vegapunk's control over the Seraphims and Mark 3 Pacifistas. If Saturn hadn't been present, Vegapunk would have held the highest authority, making it nearly impossible for the Marines to achieve victory, even with an Admiral. This is precisely why Saturn was sent to the island, as he is revered as the Warrior God of Defense Science. Initially, Saturn intended to leave the task to the Marines. However, upon realizing that they couldn't secure victory without the Pacifistas and Seraphims on their side, Saturn made the decision to step onto the island.

In the previous chapter, he summoned himself to the island by utilizing a large summoning circle that unexpectedly appeared on Egghead. This was accomplished by assuming his demonic form and unveiling his Devil Fruit power simultaneously. As previously explored by Gamerant, Saturn seems to possess the abilities of the Ushi Oni, or the Gyuki.

The Yokai, beings from Japanese folklore, possess immense power and a malevolent nature. Currently, Saturn wields this formidable power, causing concern among fans for their beloved Straw Hat Pirates. With Saturn's arrival on the island, tensions escalate further as he joins the ongoing war. Injuring a member of the esteemed Five Elders is considered a grave offense by the World Government, thus Bonney and the Straw Hat Pirates find themselves faced with repercussions that must be paid.

Why Did Bonney Attack Saturn?

Bonney's anger flared when she laid eyes on Saturn. All her rage was directed squarely at the member of the Five Elders. In a sudden flashback, she discovered that Saturn had ordered the complete erasure of Kuma's memories during the Pacifista Project. Initial opposition from Vegapunk was ultimately overridden by Saturn, who insisted on erasing Kuma's memories as a condition for the project's continuation. As the mastermind behind Kuma's transformation into a mindless monster, Saturn became the focus of Bonney's fury. Unhesitatingly, she thrust her weapon directly into his chest. Bonney's fury no longer extended to Vegapunk, for she knew he was not to blame for Kuma's plight.

Earlier in the arc, during her conversation with Luffy, Bonney made it explicitly clear that her bitterness towards Vegapunk no longer consumed her. Instead, she had directed her focus on a new target. In the latest installment of One Piece, chapter 1094, it was unveiled that this newfound adversary was none other than Saturn. The upcoming development of this battle promises to be engrossing. In a daring move, Bonney plunged a sword deeply into Saturn's chest, inflicting significant injury. Astonishingly, Saturn displayed little reaction when pierced. There was no scream, nor did he even shut his eyes. Instead, he locked eyes with Bonney, indicating that her attack had not achieved the desired impact.

Saturn's Retaliation

Readers can anticipate a fierce retaliation from Saint Saturn in the upcoming installments of One Piece, whether it be in chapter 195 or subsequent chapters. Saturn's determination to engage in battle is undeniable. His departure from his post signifies his intent to participate in the war, and even with the Pacifistas now aligned with him, he must personally enter the conflict, especially after sustaining injuries. Bonney becomes his primary target due to being the one who inflicted the direct injury and her proximity to him.

Given his immense powers, it should be easy for him to handle her. However, there is a chance that Bonney could be saved by Sanji, who is known for his incredible speed. Sanji may rescue her or, if she gets injured, he might become enraged and attack Saturn himself. Additionally, other members of the crew, such as Luffy and Franky, are also present at the scene, and they could potentially clash with Saint Saturn. Furthermore, Kizaru is also present, which means Luffy may already have his hands full, especially since rescuing Vegapunk is a top priority.

Whichever way fans look at it, the battle against Saturn is going to be extremely tough, mainly because the Straw Hat Pirates seem to lack enough members to continue this fight.

How The Egghead War Will Continue

The Egghead War is expected to continue and intensify. With Saturn now actively involved, the Straw Hat Pirates must regroup and reassess their priorities. Given Saturn's strength, Luffy should engage in a fight with him instead of Kizaru. Sanji, who is already weakened from Luffy's efforts, should handle Kizaru. Bonney could potentially assist in this task.

In the meantime, Zoro should defeat Lucci, while the Straw Hat Pirates and the Vegapunks handle the Vice Admirals. The situation appears dire, and external assistance is necessary. The Straw Hat Grand Fleet might potentially join the Egghead Incident to aid in resolving the conflict. However, regardless of their involvement, another crucial ally for the Straw Hat Pirates, the Iron Giant, will soon enter the scene.

Luffy activated this enormous creature by harnessing the power of Gear 5 and channeling the Drums of Liberation throughout the entire island. This colossal being was originally intended to obliterate Marijoa nearly two centuries ago, and now, on Egghead Island, it will aid the Straw Hat Pirates in toppling the Marines. Vegapunk will also join forces with them in this prolonged siege.

Fans can read One Piece through Viz Media, where they can access the series officially and for free on the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus app. The highly anticipated release date for the next chapter, One Piece 1095, is scheduled for October 15, 2023.