Since returning from the timeskip, Luffy has faced formidable opponents in the New World. This stage, full of fearsome characters from “One Piece”, brought Luffy face to face with increasingly greater challenges. Armed with Haki, he was more prepared, although his opponents also became more powerful. Let’s dive into the seven most intense confrontations that Luffy faced in this new phase of adventures.
The Beginning of the Great Battles
7. Caesar the Clown from Punk Hazard
Luffy’s first enemy in the New World was Caesar, on the island of Punk Hazard. Despite a bounty of 300 million beri, Caesar was not that challenging, mainly due to his lack of Haki and battle intelligence. Luffy surpassed him with his Grizzly Magnum.
6. Don Chinjao, the Veteran of Dressrosa
In Dressrosa, Luffy faced Don Chinjao, a legend with a bounty of 542 million beri. Despite his advanced age, Chinjao proved to be a formidable opponent, requiring Luffy to use his Gear Second and Third powers.
5. Doflamingo, the Challenge of Dressrosa
The confrontation with Donquixote Doflamingo represented a great test for Luffy. As one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, Doflamingo proved a formidable opponent, until Luffy unlocked Gear 4th, completely changing the dynamics of the fight.
4. Cracker Charlotte, the Whole Cake Island Obstacle
Cracker proved to be a great challenge for Luffy, who even using Gear 4th several times, had difficulties. Nami’s intervention was crucial to the victory, showing Luffy the need to continue evolving.
Rise and Rising Challenges
3. Rematch with Rob Lucci on Egghead Island
In this exciting rematch, Luffy, now Emperor of the Sea, used Gear 5 from the beginning, completely dominating Lucci.
2. Charlotte Katakuri, the Ultimate Test on Whole Cake Island
Against Katakuri, Luffy faced an opponent who not only possessed an exceptional mastery of Haki, but could also predict the future. The intense battle culminated with Luffy overcoming Katakuri by learning to see the future and releasing Gear 4th: Snakeman.
1. Kaido, the Ultimate Challenge in Wano Country
Kaido, the main antagonist of the Wano arc, was the most formidable challenge for Luffy. To beat him, Luffy had to improve his Haki, awaken his Devil Fruit and achieve the power of Gear 5. This battle was not just a physical confrontation, but a milestone in Luffy’s journey.
Each of these confrontations symbolizes a crucial step in Luffy’s journey, demonstrating not only his strength, but also his growth and determination to overcome obstacles on the path to becoming the Pirate King.
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