The Shocking Twist: Law's Devil Fruit Ability Spells His Ultimate Downfall in One Piece

The Ope Ope no Mi, also known as the "Ultimate Devil Fruit," is highly sought after in the world of One Piece. Its unique ability to nullify the powers of other fruit users and grant eternal life has made it a coveted power for decades. Currently wielded by Trafalgar Law, the captain of the Heart Pirates, this fruit allows him to manipulate and reshape his surroundings within a spherical force field called a "ROOM." Law, an expert surgeon, maximizes the potential of the Ope Ope no Mi in both combat and medicinal applications.

Since the Dressrosa Arc, the Ope Ope no Mi has caught the attention of powerful individuals aligned with the World Government, as well as notorious pirates like Donquixote Doflamingo and Blackbeard. This is mainly due to the Perpetual Youth Surgery, a technique associated with the fruit that supposedly grants immortality. Though not yet confirmed in One Piece, the widespread knowledge of this ability suggests its validity. As a result, Law has become the subject of intense scrutiny, especially after his defeat against Blackbeard. Fans are left wondering about his ultimate fate, as numerous parties are willing to go to great lengths to obtain control of his Devil Fruit.

The Power Of The Ope Ope no Mi

Law's Awakening of his Devil Fruit grants him a new set of abilities beyond his base powers. This was demonstrated during his battle with Big Mom in Wano, where he was able to use his ROOM powers on objects other than himself. This extends the field of effectiveness and overcomes the main weakness of his Devil Fruit. However, using this power takes a significant toll on Law's stamina, often leaving him incapacitated after repeated use.

Law's lack of mastery over this ability is a cause for concern, especially after his defeat by Blackbeard. It serves as a reminder of the importance for Law to be able to utilize this technique at will. Additionally, the excessive use of any Ope Ope no Mi technique, whether Awakened or not, can shorten the user's lifespan. Law must carefully consider this when engaging in prolonged battles. This concern becomes even more critical when it comes to his Awakened techniques, as using them too frequently could potentially result in his death. Unfortunately, there are even greater threats to Law's life that he must face.

The Perpetual Youth Surgery

In the past, the Ope Ope no Mi's most coveted ability has been the Perpetual Youth Surgery. This ability grants the user the power to grant eternal life to another person, at the cost of their own. The World Government and the Doflamingo Pirates were both relentlessly pursuing the fruit in order to perform this surgery, until Law was forced to consume it by Donquixote Rosinante, also known as the Second Corazon.

Furthermore, there is speculation that Imu may have undergone this procedure, considering their supposed existence since the Void Century. This would explain why the World Government would be interested in obtaining the fruit once again. It has also been rumored that the Five Elders have benefited from the Perpetual Youth Surgery, as they have shown no signs of aging since the Ohara Incident, which occurred two decades before the story began. Previously, the fruit was said to be in the possession of a renowned doctor who used its powers to miraculously heal illnesses and save countless lives.

A Sacrifice For The Greater Good

Given the potential significance of Law's abilities, it is not out of the realm of possibility that they will play a major role in the future of the story. Doflamingo's mention of Mary Geoise's national treasure, combined with the immortality from the Perpetual Youth Surgery, suggests that someone with these powers could potentially seize control of the world. This could explain how Imu became the secret ruler after the Void Century, and it leaves open the possibility for another character in One Piece to follow a similar path. However, for Law to perform the procedure, he would need to do so willingly, meaning that his crewmates or allies would have to be taken hostage.

Following his defeat on Winner Island, Law narrowly escaped Blackbeard's clutches, thanks to Bepo triggering Law's Sulong form with Chopper's drug. The fate of the rest of the Heart Pirates remains unknown, and there is a chance that Blackbeard could use them as leverage to force Law into performing the Perpetual Youth Surgery on him. This would be a tragic outcome for Law, considering the pain and suffering he has endured throughout his life. Alternatively, Law may be compelled to perform the procedure on one of his allies in order to save their lives during the final conflict, which would be a more fitting conclusion for him, following in the footsteps of his mentor, Rosinante.