The best-selling manga in the world by author Eiichiro Oda – One Piece not only captivates readers with the adventures of heroic pirates across vast seas but also ignites discussions among fans due to its myriad of intriguing elements that are not immediately apparent.
Let’s explore some of the fascinating features within the world of One Piece!
Den den mushi & Dial
Den den mushi communication device.
Den den mushi (meaning “den den insect,” which refers to a communication device) resembles a snail and can connect to various communication devices, functioning like a rotary phone, fax machine, surveillance camera, and other futuristic technologies.
Dial is one of the secret tools used in One Piece, primarily by the Skypieans.
Dial (ダイヤル Daiaru) is a unique device created by certain sky-dwelling creatures, allowing storage of sound, images, heat, and more. It is widely used for various purposes, including daily activities and warfare. The exact method of their creation remains unknown, but they are known to harness energy from the environment.
Vivre Card
The Vivre Card reveals the current location of its owner.
Unlike Den den mushi or Dial, the Vivre Card allows us to track the position of a person (the owner of the Vivre Card). When combined with a long-range communication device, it enables easy navigation without needing a Log Pose.
The Vivre Card was first mentioned after Ace’s demise during an encounter with the Baroque Works, where Ace gave Luffy a white paper card that reveals the location of its owner. This card serves as a vital tool in the New World, allowing users to determine their position and relay critical information about their surroundings.
Devil Fruits
There are many different types of Devil Fruits.
Devil Fruits (悪魔の実 Akuma no Mi) are a type of mystical fruit within the One Piece world. They grant extraordinary powers to those who consume them, altering their physical abilities and granting strange transformations based on the type of fruit consumed.
Devil Fruits are hidden throughout the Grand Line. They are the source of immense power for many of the strongest characters in the series, including notorious pirates known as “Rookies,” Marine Admirals, Shichibukai, and Yonko.
Eating the Gomu Gomu no Mi…
…which turned Luffy into a rubber man, allowing him to stretch his body.
There are three categories of Devil Fruits. Zoan allows users to transform entirely or partially into an animal, gaining the characteristics of that species. Logia enables users to “transform into the elemental substance,” granting them full control over that element. Lastly, Paramecia grants users various supernatural abilities, transforming their bodies or abilities in unique ways.
“I’ve heard many people speculate that all types of Devil Fruits are indeed manifestations of various beasts. If anyone consumes one, they will gain a certain unique power, but they will also lose their original capabilities.”, Shanks the Red Hair told Buggy about the Devil Fruits.
While immensely powerful and unique, the key point about Devil Fruits is that users cannot swim or stay submerged in water. Even briefly touching seawater can strip a user of all their strength, despite retaining some abilities. For example, Luffy can still stretch his body even when submerged. However, “moving” water, like rain or waves, does not affect the Devil Fruit user.
The vibrant allure of the Devil Fruits and the world of One Piece is one of the most captivating aspects of this extraordinary universe.
The Power of Haki
Luffy’s Conqueror’s Haki.
Haki, also known as Busoshoku (meaning “Armament Haki”), is a type of power that individuals can harness. It provides them with a hidden source of energy, enabling them to sense spiritual energy and manipulate the environment. This power exists in all living beings and is not fundamentally different from the normal senses, but most people fail to recognize or utilize it effectively.
