The worlds of One Piece and Solo Leveling might exist in completely different universes, but there's an appeal in imagining how some of the powerful One Piece characters would fare in the Hunter system. Solo Leveling has a unique power structure, where Hunters must constantly push their limits and grow stronger through Gates and dungeons. This bears a striking resemblance to how characters in One Piece continuously evolve through intense battles.
The Hunter Association would be intrigued by One Piece characters, whose existing abilities would make them formidable S-Rank Hunters from the start. Additionally, they might even have the potential to reach greater heights within Solo Leveling's system.
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Kizaru, Sabo and 8 other One Piece characters who'd be perfect Hunters in Solo Leveling
1) Kizaru
![One of the One Piece characters Kizaru as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/1835f-17392435393394-1920.jpg?w=190 190w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/1835f-17392435393394-1920.jpg?w=720 720w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/1835f-17392435393394-1920.jpg?w=640 640w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/1835f-17392435393394-1920.jpg?w=1045 1045w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/1835f-17392435393394-1920.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/1835f-17392435393394-1920.jpg?w=1460 1460w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/1835f-17392435393394-1920.jpg?w=1600 1600w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/1835f-17392435393394-1920.jpg 1920w)
The Marine Admiral's light-based powers would make him one of the most overpowered Hunters in Solo Leveling's universe. His ability to move at the speed of light and deliver devastating energy attacks would easily put him at the pinnacle of the Hunter rankings.
His casual approach to overwhelming power matches perfectly with Solo Leveling's theme of absolute strength, while his Logia abilities would make him nearly invincible against most dungeon threats. His light-based attacks could potentially evolve within the Hunter system to create even more devastating techniques, possibly rivaling the power of National Level Hunters.
2) Trafalgar D. Law
![One of the One Piece characters Trafalgar D. Law as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/49c1e-17392438699281-1920.jpg?w=190 190w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/49c1e-17392438699281-1920.jpg?w=720 720w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/49c1e-17392438699281-1920.jpg?w=640 640w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/49c1e-17392438699281-1920.jpg?w=1045 1045w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/49c1e-17392438699281-1920.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/49c1e-17392438699281-1920.jpg?w=1460 1460w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/49c1e-17392438699281-1920.jpg?w=1600 1600w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/49c1e-17392438699281-1920.jpg 1920w)
Law's Room ability would revolutionize dungeon clearing in Solo Leveling's world. His spatial manipulation powers would offer unprecedented control over battlefield conditions, making him an exceptional S-Rank Hunter. His Awakened Devil Fruit abilities would be particularly effective in high-rank Gates, allowing him to manipulate the very structure of dungeons themselves.
The precise nature of his powers would make him invaluable in boss raids, where his ability to perform instant attacks and reorganize the battlefield could mean the difference between victory and defeat.
3) Roronoa Zoro
![One of the One Piece characters Roronoa Zoro as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/b5ebe-17392442260172-1920.jpg?w=190 190w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/b5ebe-17392442260172-1920.jpg?w=720 720w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/b5ebe-17392442260172-1920.jpg?w=640 640w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/b5ebe-17392442260172-1920.jpg?w=1045 1045w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/b5ebe-17392442260172-1920.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/b5ebe-17392442260172-1920.jpg?w=1460 1460w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/b5ebe-17392442260172-1920.jpg?w=1600 1600w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/b5ebe-17392442260172-1920.jpg 1920w)
The master swordsman's incredible determination and constant drive to improve align perfectly with Solo Leveling's growth system. His ability to cut through anything and survive devastating injuries would make him an ideal frontline Hunter. His Advanced Conqueror's Haki would be particularly effective against high-rank monsters, while his Three-Sword Style would likely evolve into a unique class within the Hunter system.
Like the most powerful Hunters who constantly push their limits, Zoro's unwavering resolve and monstrous training regime would probably result in him discovering new applications for his abilities within Solo Leveling's power structure.
4) Sabo
![One of the One Piece characters Sabo as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/0193e-17392445029048-1920.jpg?w=190 190w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/0193e-17392445029048-1920.jpg?w=720 720w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/0193e-17392445029048-1920.jpg?w=640 640w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/0193e-17392445029048-1920.jpg?w=1045 1045w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/0193e-17392445029048-1920.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/0193e-17392445029048-1920.jpg?w=1460 1460w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/0193e-17392445029048-1920.jpg?w=1600 1600w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/0193e-17392445029048-1920.jpg 1920w)
The Revolutionary Army's Chief of Staff would excel as a Hunter in Solo Leveling's system. His mastery of the Flame-Flame Fruit, combined with his advanced combat skills, would make him a versatile S-Rank Hunter capable of both close combat and ranged attacks. His Dragon Claw technique, enhanced by his Devil Fruit powers, would be devastating against dungeon monsters.
Like the adaptable Hunters who thrive in Solo Leveling's various challenges, Sabo's strategic mind and revolutionary background would help him navigate the complex politics of Guild alliances while maintaining his position as a top-tier combatant.
5) Nico Robin
![One of the One Piece characters Nico Robin as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c607d-17392446819197-1920.jpg?w=190 190w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c607d-17392446819197-1920.jpg?w=720 720w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c607d-17392446819197-1920.jpg?w=640 640w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c607d-17392446819197-1920.jpg?w=1045 1045w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c607d-17392446819197-1920.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c607d-17392446819197-1920.jpg?w=1460 1460w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c607d-17392446819197-1920.jpg?w=1600 1600w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c607d-17392446819197-1920.jpg 1920w)
Robin's Devil Fruit ability to multiply and manipulate body parts would offer unique advantages in Solo Leveling's dungeon system. Her power to create clones and gather intelligence would be invaluable for scouting dangerous Gates and planning raid strategies.
Similar to how information gathering is crucial in Solo Leveling's world, Robin's analytical mind and versatile abilities would make her an excellent tactician. Her Demon Form technique would likely gain new properties within the Hunter system, possibly allowing her to create even more powerful manifestations of her abilities while exploring increasingly dangerous dungeons.
6) Marco
![One of the One Piece characters Marco as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c0074-17392449366223-1920.jpg?w=190 190w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c0074-17392449366223-1920.jpg?w=720 720w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c0074-17392449366223-1920.jpg?w=640 640w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c0074-17392449366223-1920.jpg?w=1045 1045w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c0074-17392449366223-1920.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c0074-17392449366223-1920.jpg?w=1460 1460w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c0074-17392449366223-1920.jpg?w=1600 1600w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/c0074-17392449366223-1920.jpg 1920w)
The Phoenix's regenerative abilities would make him an invaluable asset in Solo Leveling's Hunter system. His Devil Fruit powers align perfectly with the healing and support roles that are crucial in high-level dungeon raids. Like the rare Healers in Solo Leveling who can turn the tide of battle, Marco's ability to both fight and heal would make him an irreplaceable member of any raid party.
His blue flames of restoration could potentially evolve within the Hunter system to provide even more powerful healing effects, while his flight capabilities would offer unparalleled mobility during dungeon exploration and boss fights.
7) Dracule Mihawk
![One of the One Piece characters Dracule Mihawk as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/85aee-17392452482015-1920.jpg?w=190 190w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/85aee-17392452482015-1920.jpg?w=720 720w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/85aee-17392452482015-1920.jpg?w=640 640w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/85aee-17392452482015-1920.jpg?w=1045 1045w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/85aee-17392452482015-1920.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/85aee-17392452482015-1920.jpg?w=1460 1460w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/85aee-17392452482015-1920.jpg?w=1600 1600w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/85aee-17392452482015-1920.jpg 1920w)
The World's Greatest Swordsman would undoubtedly rank among Solo Leveling's most formidable Hunters. His unparalleled sword skills and the ability to cut entire mountains would easily qualify him for S-Rank status. Similar to how the strongest Hunters in Solo Leveling specialize in specific weapons or fighting styles, Mihawk's mastery of the blade would make him especially effective against high-level monsters.
His famous black blade Yoru would likely gain additional properties within the Hunter system, possibly evolving into a unique weapon class that could rival even the most powerful artifacts found in Solo Leveling's dungeons.
8) Vinsmoke Sanji
![One of the One Piece characters Sanji as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/10cec-17392455454404-1920.jpg?w=190 190w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/10cec-17392455454404-1920.jpg?w=720 720w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/10cec-17392455454404-1920.jpg?w=640 640w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/10cec-17392455454404-1920.jpg?w=1045 1045w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/10cec-17392455454404-1920.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/10cec-17392455454404-1920.jpg?w=1460 1460w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/10cec-17392455454404-1920.jpg?w=1600 1600w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/10cec-17392455454404-1920.jpg 1920w)
The combination of Sanji's superhuman abilities and his modified genetic structure would make him a fascinating Hunter in Solo Leveling. His ability to ignite his legs with fire and move at incredible speeds would be perfect for clearing dungeons efficiently.
Like the agility-focused Hunters in Solo Leveling who excel at hit-and-run tactics, Sanji's fighting style would be particularly effective against mobile dungeon bosses. His recent awakening of the Ifrit Jambe technique would likely evolve further within the Hunter system, potentially leading to unique fire-based abilities that could rival the strongest magical attacks seen in Solo Leveling's world.
9) Shanks
![One of the One Piece characters Shanks as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/37158-17392462995544-1920.jpg?w=190 190w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/37158-17392462995544-1920.jpg?w=720 720w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/37158-17392462995544-1920.jpg?w=640 640w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/37158-17392462995544-1920.jpg?w=1045 1045w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/37158-17392462995544-1920.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/37158-17392462995544-1920.jpg?w=1460 1460w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/37158-17392462995544-1920.jpg?w=1600 1600w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/37158-17392462995544-1920.jpg 1920w)
As one of the Four Emperors, Shanks's mastery of Conqueror's Haki would translate exceptionally well to Solo Leveling's Hunter system. His ability to intimidate and overwhelm opponents with sheer willpower parallels how powerful Hunters can dominate lesser beings with their mere presence.
In Solo Leveling's world, where mental fortitude is as crucial as physical strength, Shanks's leadership qualities and battle experience would make him an ideal Guild Leader. His advanced observation Haki would be particularly useful in detecting hidden dungeon threats, while his powerful sword skills would make him a nightmare for even the strongest monsters to face.
10) Kuzan (Aokiji)
![One of the One Piece characters Kuzan as seen in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)](https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/e66e3-17392461052172-1920.jpg?w=190 190w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/e66e3-17392461052172-1920.jpg?w=720 720w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/e66e3-17392461052172-1920.jpg?w=640 640w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/e66e3-17392461052172-1920.jpg?w=1045 1045w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/e66e3-17392461052172-1920.jpg?w=1200 1200w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/e66e3-17392461052172-1920.jpg?w=1460 1460w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/e66e3-17392461052172-1920.jpg?w=1600 1600w, https://staticg.sportskeeda.com/editor/2025/02/e66e3-17392461052172-1920.jpg 1920w)
The former Marine Admiral's mastery over ice would make him an exceptional Hunter in Solo Leveling's world. His Devil Fruit ability to freeze entire oceans aligns perfectly with the power scaling of S-Rank Hunters, and his tactical mind would serve him well in dungeon raids. Like the top Hunters in Solo Leveling who can control entire battlefields, Kuzan's area-of-effect abilities would be invaluable in high-rank Gates.
His "Ice Age" technique could instantly freeze entire dungeons, while his ability to reform from ice damage would make him nearly immortal against most dungeon monsters. Combined with his strong sense of justice, Kuzan would likely become a respected figure within the Hunter Association.
Conclusion
The fusion of One Piece characters into Solo Leveling's Hunter system presents fascinating possibilities for power scaling and character development. While these pirates and marines already possess incredible abilities, the structured progression system of Solo Leveling would offer them new ways to grow and evolve.
The Hunter Association would undoubtedly be transformed by the presence of these One Piece characters, leading to a new era where the boundaries between pirates, marines, and Hunters blur into something entirely unprecedented. The combination of these two powerful universes would create an extraordinary world where the pursuit of strength meets the thrill of dungeon clearing, resulting in epic adventures that fans of both series would love to witness.
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