In One Piece, Luffy and Blackbeard have met several times, but each encounter is a significant moment. However, the most intense confrontation between them is their first meeting, where they discuss dreams and ambitions. Although Luffy and Blackbeard did not know each other at that moment, they had already sensed each other’s strong presence.

While their encounters symbolize much, there is a theory that Eiichiro Oda cleverly foreshadowed the actual meaning behind “the Will of D”. It is related to the dreams of a certain person that Blackbeard explained to Luffy when he and his crew were heading towards the sky in Mock Town.

Luffy Meets Blackbeard: A Hint at the Will of D

According to a theory shared by user u/CanProfessional4806 on Reddit, when Luffy first met Blackbeard at the Pub and Pies bar in Mock Town, Jaya, Blackbeard remarked that he hoped Luffy would find his way to the sky because a person’s dreams never truly die, and this was one of the rare instances where Luffy had nothing to say.

The theory suggests that Luffy does not connect directly with his opponents, but rather disrupts their dreams because he understands the importance of dreams in the life of an individual. However, like Luffy, Blackbeard also knows why dreams are significant. This is why the battle with Blackbeard will not be easy for Luffy, as he cannot easily disrupt Blackbeard’s dreams like he can with others.

If this theory holds any weight, it could be said that the Will of D relates to the dreams of a certain person, tied to the conversation that Luffy and Blackbeard are having, and this is Oda’s clever way of foreshadowing the D bloodline and the ambitions of these characters in the One Piece story.

The Ultimate Showdown Between Luffy and Blackbeard

Fans often overlook how similar Luffy and Blackbeard are, despite their opposing sides in the conflict. Both are determined to achieve their own dreams and do not want anything other than freedom.

However, their methods and approaches to achieving their dreams are entirely different and often clash. While Luffy seeks to realize his dreams by helping others and doing good, Blackbeard does not care whom he harms in his pursuit of his own ambitions. While Luffy aims to become the King of the Pirates to enjoy his freedom, Blackbeard seeks to dominate the entire world of One Piece.

Therefore, when these two forces collide in the final arc, it will undoubtedly be one of the most epic battles in the history of One Piece, as it will not just be a clash of powerful forces but also a battle of ideologies. Both are aware that their opponents have grown significantly stronger than they were before and will need to bring their best to the fight.