One Piece volume 106 is nearly here, bringing forth a multitude of reasons for fans to be excited. Along with an alluring new volume cover art, fans will also have the pleasure of having their questions answered by Oda in the SBS corner. Oda consistently addresses fan inquiries through mail, and One Piece Volume 106 will be no exception.
Amidst the numerous thought-provoking questions directed at Oda, one in particular delved into the matter of Trafalgar Law's Ope Ope no Mi and its Awakened abilities.
How Law Awakened His Devil Fruit
In One Piece's Wano arc, fans were finally treated to Law's impressive display of power as he joined forces with Kid to confront the formidable Yonko, Big Mom. While individually, Law and Kid proved no match for Big Mom, their combined strength posed a significant threat. Initially, the battle proved to be a formidable challenge for them despite their collaboration. However, realizing that they needed to fully unleash their potential, both Law and Kid tapped into the power of their Awakened Devil Fruit abilities. Fans were surprised to witness that both Kid and Law had already achieved this advanced form of their abilities. The exact circumstances and timing of their Awakening remains unknown to the fans. It is reasonable to assume that Kid had awakened his powers prior to the events in Wano, and the same holds true for Law. What can be confirmed is that Law did not possess his Awakened powers during the Dressrosa arc, suggesting that this development occurred sometime afterward.
Nevertheless, Law's growth and increased strength became undeniable during his intense clash with Big Mom. Pushed to his limits, Law made the bold decision to utilize his remaining stamina and push himself to the brink by employing the potent abilities of the Ope Ope no Mi. The cost, however, was significant, as Law acknowledged that resorting to this power meant he was nearing exhaustion and would be unable to engage in prolonged combat. Law sees his Awakening as a last-ditch effort, one that he prefers not to depend on.
How The Ope Ope no Mi Awakening Works
As a Paramecia Devil Fruit, the Ope Ope no Mi follows the standard Awakening procedure but in a slightly more confusing manner. The fans might find it difficult to comprehend how the Awakening of Ope Ope no Mi functions. In simple terms, Law's Devil Fruit enables him to create large ROOMs to carry out his operations, taking into consideration his profession as a doctor. Within these ROOMs, he possesses exceptional control over various elements. For example, Law can effortlessly manipulate the terrain inside his ROOMs. Furthermore, he has the ability to manipulate any object or person within his ROOMs, provided their Haki is weak enough.
The Awakened powers of the Ope Ope no Mi take this concept even further. Fans have witnessed Law coating his sword, Kikoku, within one of his rooms and utilizing his Awakened powers to attack. Although this version of Paramecia Awakening might be perplexing to fans, Oda himself provided an explanation.
Oda states that the K in "KROOM" in relation to Law's powers represents Knife. This suggests that Law's awakened state enables his sword to act as a lethal weapon on his behalf. Essentially, Law can utilize his Devil Fruit abilities from a distance by using his sword as a remote control. By enveloping his sword in KROOM, Law is able to manipulate it according to his will. He can extend the length of his sword or unleash powerful shockwaves without physically being present within the room. He simply stretches his sword to any desired location and controls it from there.
Initially, this might appear different from typical awakenings, but it actually adheres well to the standard principles of Paramecia Awakenings. Paramecia Awakenings enable users to extend their powers to their surroundings, taking them to a higher level. In Law's case, instead of confining his abilities solely to the ROOMs he creates, awakening allows him to expand his powers beyond those boundaries and operate without being inside a ROOM. By coating his sword with KROOM, he can manipulate it accordingly.
Law possesses the ability to deal devastating blows to his adversaries by utilizing his sword from a distance, thereby augmenting his strength remarkably.
In contrast, Law's skill known as "RE-ROOM" grants him the power to establish a Remote Room. The term "RE" in "RE-ROOM" signifies separation or distance. Adhering to the regular Awakening process, this ability empowers Law to generate a confined space that he can manipulate from a remote location. A notable demonstration of this capability was when he enclosed Big Mom within the Room and deprived her of her vocal abilities.
Law can utilize the power of RE-ROOM in a manner akin to the Nagi Nagi no Mi. With this ability, Law has the ability to generate specialized areas known as ROOMs, within which he can completely eliminate specific elements, such as sound. This unique power came into play when he confronted Big Mom, as he employed it to prevent her voice from spreading and reaching Misery. Exploiting this advantage, Law proceeded to divide Misery in two, rendering her immune to Big Mom's commands. Upon observing the extent of Law's devil fruit abilities, it becomes evident that they are remarkably formidable, particularly when Awakened.
The Power Of The Ope Ope no Mi Awakening
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The Ope Ope no Mi is widely regarded as one of the most formidable Devil Fruits in the world of One Piece. Often referred to as the Ultimate Devil Fruit, it is no surprise that this fruit becomes incredibly powerful when Awakened. During his confrontation with Big Mom, Law coated his sword in KROOM and utilized a unique ability named Anesthesia. By doing so, Law was able to effortlessly pierce through Big Mom's skin without causing any external wounds. This granted him access to her internal organs, allowing him to unleash devastating shockwaves from within. The tremendous force exerted by this technique caused Big Mom to bleed profusely and even resulted in the fracturing of her ribs and arm. Remarkably, even Big Mom herself acknowledged the sheer peril that Law's techniques posed.
Law takes his power to the next level with the technique known as Puncture Will. With this ability, he impales Big Mom with his sword, piercing through her and the entire Onigashima, all the way to the underground magma pit in Wano. He then unleashes a devastating shockwave that leaves Big Mom severely weakened, demonstrating the true strength of his Awakening. Law becomes incredibly formidable when he taps into his Awakened powers, showcasing the true power of his fruit.
Law also utilizes his Awakened powers in his confrontation with Blackbeard, inflicting significant injuries on him. Though he ultimately loses the fight, Law puts up a valiant battle against the Admiral of the Blackbeard Pirates. The full potential of his Awakened Devil Fruit powers has yet to be revealed, but if Law makes a comeback in the future, fans can expect to witness the full extent of his arsenal.
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