One Piece episode 1082: An Analysis of Shanks' Utilization of Conqueror's Haki throughout the Series

In episode 1082 of the One Piece anime, titled "Coming of the New Era! The Red-Haired's Imperial Rage," the spotlight was on "Red Hair" Shanks. As Ryokugyu prepared to attack Luffy and the others, who were still recovering from their previous battle, Shanks unleashed his formidable Haki aura, rendering Ryokugyu unable to move.

Shanks is unique even among the rare individuals who possess the natural-born ability of Conqueror's Haki. Unlike other forms of Haki, the strength of one's Color of Conqueror cannot be directly trained. It only grows more powerful as the user becomes stronger overall. Therefore, in order to defeat a Marine Admiral, Shanks must possess an incredibly high level of power.

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Every time Shanks used the Color of Conqueror in One Piece, listed in chronological order

1) Chapter 1 (manga)/Episode 4 (anime)

The image provided by Toei Animation showcases a pivotal moment from the popular series One Piece. In this particular scene, Shanks, a prominent character, displays his fearless and commanding presence as he confronts the menacing Sea King known as the "Lord of the Coast." This tense encounter took place twelve years prior to the current events of the show when Shanks valiantly intervened to protect the then young and vulnerable Monkey D. Luffy from certain death at the jaws of the fearsome creature.

Shanks easily frightened the Lord of the Coast with just one intense stare, making the creature run away in fear. Although it wasn't illustrated in the manga at the time, it can be deduced that Shanks utilized his Haki ability, specifically the Color of Conqueror, against the Sea King.

In order to protect Luffy from the monster's attack, Shanks had to intervene and confront it, resulting in the loss of his left arm. After some time had passed, Shanks bestowed upon Luffy the straw hat that he had previously received from Gol D. Roger.

The straw hat held a special place in the heart of the child, eventually leading him to name his crew years later. To this day, Luffy idolizes Shanks as a role model, determined to surpass him. Similarly, Shanks, known as the "Red Hair," sees no regret in losing his arm, viewing it as a bold wager on ushering in a new era.

2) Chapter 434 (manga)/Episode 316 (anime)

Shanks encounters Whitebeard in this image from Toei Animation's One Piece.

Upon learning of Ace's pursuit of Marshall D. Teach, or "Blackbeard," Shanks endeavors to caution Whitebeard, also known as Edward Newgate, about Blackbeard's formidable strength. Additionally, Shanks expresses concern that Teach may eventually pose a threat to Whitebeard's own standing.

Upon boarding the Moby Dick, Newgate's flagship, Shanks began emanating his Conqueror's Haki, causing it to leak out. Despite exerting minimal effort, the sheer power of his aura rendered numerous Whitebeard loyalists unconscious. Notably, the presence of the "Red Hair" even inflicted physical damage on the ship, which is remarkable as the usual leakage of basic Conqueror's Haki tends to only affect the weaker individuals.

3) Chapter 434 (manga)/Episode 316 (anime)

The clash between Whitebeard and Shanks (Image via Toei Animation, One Piece)

Whitebeard, though aware of the validity of Shanks' advice, resisted the idea of being lectured by a younger pirate due to his seasoned leadership. As he wielded his naginata, Murakumogiri, Whitebeard was met with Shanks drawing his sword, Gryphon. Both Emperors imbued their weapons with Advanced Conqueror's Haki and engaged in a clash so powerful that it tore apart the clouds above them.

This confrontation underscored the incredible combat ability of Shanks. Despite the loss of his limb, he demonstrated a level of strength equal to that of Whitebeard, the esteemed pirate revered as the "World's Strongest Man".

4) Chapter 1055 (manga)/Episode 1082 (anime)

Toei Animation's One Piece showcases a fierce showdown between Shanks and Ryokugyu.

Following the Onigashima Raid, the formidable Marine Admiral Ryokugyu ventures into Wano determined to claim Luffy's life. Despite the Red Scabbards' valiant efforts to halt Ryokugyu's progress towards the Flower Capital, where Luffy and his comrades revel in their recent triumph, they find themselves outmatched by his sheer power.

Meanwhile, the Red Hair Pirates, on a quest to locate Blackbeard, reached the waters surrounding Wano. Just as Ryokugyu was poised to strike Momonosuke, who had rushed to aid the Scabbards, Shanks sprang into action.

Furious at the Admiral's proposal to assault Luffy and his comrades while they were still recuperating from the wounds and exhaustion endured during the Onigashima Raid, Shanks unleashed a tremendous surge of Conqueror's Haki in Ryokugyu's direction.

Paralyzed and overwhelmed by the powerful presence exuded by the infamous "Red Hair," Ryokugyu swiftly lost his confidence. Opting not to challenge Shanks and his crew, he abandoned his initial purpose and made the choice to retreat. It goes without saying that such a commanding demonstration of dominance over an Admiral elevated the reverence for Shanks to unparalleled heights.

5) Chapter 1079 (manga)/ Episode TBA (anime)

Shanks easily overpowered Kid (Image via Toei Animation, One Piece)

The Kid Pirates ventured to Elbaf, the giants' homeland, in search of the enigmatic "man marked by flames". Unfortunately, they were met with fierce resistance from the Red Hair Pirates, who had previously handed Kid and his crew a devastating defeat.

In his quest for vengeance, Kid made the choice to power up his Railgun and unleash his deadliest move, known as the Damned Punk. His goal was to obliterate the Red Hair fleet, a group of individuals who were significantly weaker than Kid's crew members.

Yet, Shanks anticipated Kid's malicious plans through his masterful use of Advanced Observation Haki. Without wasting a moment, Shanks unsheathed his sword, leaped onto Kid's ship, and unleashed a devastating strike named Divine Departure, infused with the formidable power of Advanced Conqueror's Haki.

The Kid Pirates were quickly overpowered by Shanks, as his blow not only sliced through Kid's Railgun, but also incapacitated both Kid and Killer. Within seconds,

Shanks emerged as the sole victor, leaving the Kid Pirates defeated with a single strike.

Shanks's incredible power as a swordsman was showcased when he effortlessly defeated Kid and Killer with a single, devastating slash enhanced by his Advanced Conqueror's Haki. This feat is particularly remarkable since both Kid and Killer, particularly the former, had previously demonstrated their ability to withstand multiple assaults from Big Mom.

It is interesting to note that Shanks utilized the Divine Departure technique, which was famously associated with Gol D. Roger. By wielding his sword Ace and infusing it with Advanced Conqueror's Haki, Roger possessed the ability to deliver a powerful strike capable of overpowering a swordsman as skilled as Kozuki Oden. Shanks and Roger share a strikingly similar fighting style, centered around the use of a cutlass sword and strengthened by their formidable Haki. This similarity can be attributed to Shanks' past as an apprentice to the late Pirate King, where he undoubtedly learned and inherited his mentor's distinctive skills and techniques.

Final thoughts

"Hawk Eyes" Mihawk and "Red Hair" Shanks (Image via Toei Animation, One Piece)

Whitebeard, renowned for his uncompromising standards, deemed the epic confrontations between "Red Hair" Shanks and "Hawk Eyes" Mihawk as legendary duels that reverberated across the vast expanse of the Grand Line.

Following Shanks' unfortunate loss of an arm, Mihawk appeared to lose interest in engaging him further. Regardless, both Mihawk and Shanks ascended to become two of the most formidable personalities in the entirety of the One Piece realm, relying on their mastery of Haki-infused swordsmanship rather than the utilization of Devil Fruit powers.

Given the significant roles that Shanks and Mihawk play in the series, it is understandable that One Piece fans are eagerly anticipating a flashback of their epic battles and a reunion in the current storyline.

As the holder of the title "World's Strongest Swordsman," Mihawk is regarded as the pinnacle, supposedly surpassing even Shanks. Despite this, Mihawk and Shanks display mutual respect for each other and have a harmonious relationship outside of their confrontations. In many ways, their bond is reminiscent of the connection between Whitebeard and Roger.

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Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z netizen, I grew up watching One Piece and it has always been one of my favorite animes. I was thrilled to see Shanks finally make his move in episode 1082. His use of Conqueror's Haki was truly awe-inspiring, and it showed just how powerful he is.

I also found it interesting to learn more about the history between Shanks and Whitebeard. Their clash in episode 1082 was one of the most epic battles in the series, and it showed just how evenly matched they were. I can't wait to see what happens next in One Piece, and I'm sure Shanks will continue to play a major role in the story.