Devil Fruits' true origins may lie in One Piece's Void Century War

Modified Oct 09, 2024 19:30 GMT

The origins of Devil Fruits in One Piece may be traced back to the Void Century, a period shrouded in mystery. A compelling theory suggests that Devil Fruits were originally creations of advanced beings from the Moon who descended to Earth.

This technology-fueled race, potentially the true rulers of the ancient world, fought a war against Imu and the alliance of twenty kingdoms. The victors labeled these fruits "Devil" Fruits to vilify their former enemies, and the fruits subsequently lost their power in the sea, which may hold a deep connection to Imu’s abilities or origins.

One Piece: Joyboy may have left behind several clues to defeating Imu

Joyboy as shown in the manga (Image via Shueisha)

One critical element of this theory revolves around Joyboy, who is believed to have been an ally of the moon people. Joyboy left behind clues and tools, such as the Poneglyphs, that would one day allow someone to reach Laugh Tale and complete the mission he couldn’t finish.

The song Bink’s Sake is proposed to be a key part of these hints, with lyrics that potentially reference the journey to Laugh Tale, ancient symbols like the Kozuki family crest, and the mysterious Drums of Liberation, which have been linked to Luffy’s own Devil Fruit powers.

The Hito Hito no mi, Model: Nika (Image via Toei Animation)

The idea that the moon people used technology to create the fruits offers an intriguing explanation for why Devil Fruits grant incredible powers. They might have been used as a means of arming their forces during the war, only to be demonized after their defeat.

The theory ties into the idea that Imu, ruler of the World Government, deliberately named them "Devil" Fruits to paint the moon people and their creations in a negative light. This also raises the possibility that Imu’s influence over the sea, as hinted by their name, which reversibly becomes "Umi" (meaning sea in Japanese), could be why Devil Fruit users are weakened when submerged in water.

One Piece: The Sun and Moon could be the allies of the D Clan

Luffy's appearance is similar to the Sun God when he goes into Gear 5 (Image via Toei Animation)

Further support for this theory emerges when examining the recurring motifs of the Sun and Moon in One Piece, especially about the "D" clan, whose members have played pivotal roles in the story. The Sun and Moon may represent allies, with the D clan potentially being descendants or allies of the moon people.

Their struggle against Imu and the twenty kingdoms could be tied to the fate of the ancient kingdom and the mystery of the One Piece. The idea of uniting the sun and moon, symbolized by Joyboy’s legacy and Luffy’s role as the next Joyboy, could represent the ultimate key to overcoming Imu.

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At the heart of this theory is that One Piece is more than just a treasure; it is something capable of bringing down Imu’s rule. This explains why Imu hasn’t destroyed it, since the treasure may require a "key" to access, likely Luffy’s Devil Fruit powers, which are tied to the mythical Drums of Liberation.

The title One Piece itself might symbolize the union of the Sun and Moon or the merging of two great powers, signifying the dawn of a new era.

One Piece: Mysterious disappearance of the Moon and its relation to Luffy’s destiny

Monkey D. Luffy (Image via Toei Animation)

The historical basis for this theory is also intriguing. In 1110 AD, historical records mention the Moon disappearing briefly, an event that coincidentally aligns with the timeline of the Void Century. Even more curiously, this disappearance happened on May 5, Luffy’s birthday.

This raises the possibility that Roger’s realization of being “too early” to retrieve the One Piece was related to some celestial or historical timing. Perhaps there was a prophesied date when the "D" clan or a specific individual born on May 5, would be destined to defeat Imu.

Final thoughts

An artificial Devil Fruit created by Caesar Clown (Image via Toei Animation)

The origins of Devil Fruits may be rooted in a war between moon people and Imu’s forces, with Joyboy acting as a key figure in this ancient conflict. The clues he left behind, including Poneglyphs and the song "Bink’s Sake," point to a final confrontation that could only be completed by someone bearing the power of the sun, Moon, and the letter "D," a role that now seems to rest on Luffy’s shoulders.