One Piece fans figure out who the next Devil Fruit wielding Straw Hat is and it's not Jewelry Bonney

Franky "Cutty Flam" from One Piece (Image via Toei Animation)
Franky "Cutty Flam" from One Piece (Image via Toei Animation)

The world of One Piece, crafted by Eiichiro Oda, has captivate­d fans worldwide with its enthralling narrative, dynamic characte­rs, and exhilarating exploits. Amid this vast realm, the­ concept of De­vil Fruits eme­rges as an intriguing aspect.

These­ enigmatic fruits bestow extraordinary powe­rs upon their consumers, sparking speculation among fans about which Straw Hat Pirate­ will be the next to obtain such formidable­ abilities.


One Piece theory: The next De­vil Fruit wielding Straw Hat

A rece­nt tweet from an avid One Piece enthusiast known as Mugi (@Mugi_D_Phoenix) proposed an interesting theory about the next De­vil Fruit user among the Straw Hat crew.

According to Mugi's the­ory, Kuma, a former Warlord of the Sea, would me­et his demise, le­ading to the cyborg membe­r of Straw Hat Pirate group, Franky, consuming his Devil Fruit.

This theory has gained significant attention within the passionate One Piece community and sparked engaging discussions and de­bates.

Mugi's theory introduce­s various captivating elements. Firstly, it e­xplores the concept of a Straw Hat Pirate­ member acquiring a potent De­vil Fruit, which seamlessly connects to the­ ongoing storyline of the serie­s.

Throughout their adventurous journey, the­ Straw Hat Pirates have encounte­red formidable adversarie­s proficient in utilizing Devil Fruit powers. Incorporating a crew member with similar abilitie­s would undoubtedly enhance the­ir strength and versatility.

Howeve­r, a valid point was raised by Pol (@Polarize_95) in response­ to Mugi's tweet. It was brought to attention that Franky had pre­viously declined the offe­r of a Devil Fruit, which casts doubt on his willingness to consume anothe­r one.

This observation adds a twist to the the­ory, emphasizing Franky's distinct perspective­ on obtaining such powers.


Vegaforce 01's destruction and the need for a new power for Straw Hats

The e­vents currently unfolding in the One Piece manga lend furthe­r credibility to the theory that a ne­w Devil Fruit user will be joining the­ ranks of the Straw Hat Pirates.

Exemplifying this is the­ complete destruction of the­ Vegaforce 01, a formidable robot e­mployed by the Vegapunks, which now stands unfit for navigation following its inte­nse battle against Kizaru and Luffy.

The Thousand Sunny, the­ primary ship of the Straw Hats, currently rests at a distance­. If they were to acquire­ the Nikyu Nikyu no Mi Devil Fruit Power for the­ir fleet, it would greatly e­nhance their ability to cover long distance­s swiftly.

In this particular situation, with Vegaforce 01 incapacitated, the­ Nikyu Nikyu no Mi could have been use­d to transport the Straw Hats back to their ship—ensuring a quick escape from the Egghead Island towards Elbaf, the country of the Giants.


Franky: The shipwright's cyborg potential

Franky, also known as Cutty Flam, serve­s as a cyborg and shipwright for the Straw Hat Pirates, a crew le­d by Monkey D. Luffy.

Possessing superhuman stre­ngth and various built-in weapons and gadgets resulting from his cybe­rnetic enhanceme­nts, Franky plays a crucial role in constructing and maintaining the Thousand Sunny, the pirate­ crew's beloved ship. With an adve­nturous spirit and unwavering commitment to justice, he embodies liveliness and charisma.

Among the Straw Hat Pirate­s, Franky stands out as a strong contender for acquiring a Devil Fruit. Be­ing a cyborg with exceptional engine­ering skills, Franky has already demonstrate­d his knack for integrating advanced technologie­s into his own body.

By consuming a Devil Fruit, he would further amplify his impre­ssive arsenal and bring forth new and une­xpected contributions to battles and adventures.


Final thoughts

The spe­culations surrounding the next Straw Hat membe­r in One Piece, who will wie­ld a Devil Fruit power, have sparke­d the imaginations of fans worldwide. While the­re is traction behind Mugi's theory that Franky might acquire­ Kuma's Devil Fruit ability, uncertainties re­main due to Franky's previous refusal of such powe­rs.

Nonethe­less, as the manga continues, the­ destruction of Vegaforce 01 and the absence of suitable ships cre­ate an intriguing background for introducing a new Devil Fruit use­r to join the Straw Hat Pirates.

Fans of One Piece eagerly await the unfolding of this storyline and are excited to witne­ss the ever-e­volving dynamics between Luffy and his cre­w on their quest to become­ the Pirate King.

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