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This article contains some spoilers from One Piece manga.
Oda’s Final Saga has dramatically shifted the way fans perceive Devil Fruits within One Piece. The once straightforward Devil Fruit system based on Paramecia, Zoan, and Logia powers now feels far more mythological. Starting from Luffy’s Sun God Nika reveal in Chapter 1044 and continuing through the Elbaf arc with the recent reveal of Imu’s terrifying abilities in Chapters 1179 and 1180, Oda appears to have introduced three god-like Devil Fruit abilities that may play a very crucial role in the final saga of the series.
What makes these abilities even more interesting is their connection to the ancient legends and the Void Century. Thus, with Monkey D. Luffy, Loki, and Nerona Imu now carrying godly powers, the Elbaf arc seems to be becoming the biggest turning point in One Piece history.
| Series Title | One Piece |
| Manga Author | Eiichiro Oda |
| Chapter 1182 Release Date (US) | May 10, 2026 |
| Manga Rating (Mal) – as of May 7, 2026 | 9.21 / 10 |
| Where to Read | Manga Plus by Shueisha, Viz Media |
1 Monkey D. Luffy’s Sun God Nika Fruit in One Piece
Monkey D. Luffy from One Piece. | Credit: Toei AnimationThe first official God-class Devil Fruit introduced in One Piece was the Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika, used by Luffy in Chapter 1044. For years, readers assumed that Luffy had rubber abilities thanks to the power of the Gomu Gomu no Mi devil fruit.
However, later it was revealed that the World Government intentionally kept the fruit’s true identity hidden because of how dangerous the Sun God Nika truly was. According to One Piece lore, Nika is viewed as a legendary liberator, though some characters also fear his destructive potential.
Apart from being ridiculously powerful, what makes this fruit special is how perfectly it matches Luffy’s personality. After awakening his Devil Fruit during the Wano Country arc, Luffy turned into the “Warrior of Liberation,” acquiring Gear 5 as well as the ability to fight with complete freedom.
2 Loki’s Warrior God Nidhoggr Fruit in One Piece
Loki’s dragon form in One Piece. | Credit: ShueishaIn the Elbaf Arc, Oda officially expanded the God Devil Fruits concept even further by introducing Loki’s terrifying Mythical Zoan-type Dragon-Dragon Fruit, Model: Nidhöggr (Ryu Ryu no Mi, Model: Nidhöggr) ability in Chapter 1174. As per Elder Jarul, Elbaph once had a legendary Warrior God who transformed into a giant black dragon and fought against Sun God Nika centuries ago.
That power was eventually guarded by Ratatoskr within the Iron Lightning Hammer, Ragnir. Now, Loki has inherited this legendary Nidhoggr ability, officially making him the next Warrior God of Elbaph.
Here, Oda heavily borrows from Norse mythology as Nidhoggr is often connected to destruction and chaos. Unlike Luffy’s bright and joyful Nika powers, Loki’s dragon form feels violent and catastrophic. This contrast between liberation and destruction seems intentional, especially since both characters are now being positioned as major figures in the final saga of One Piece.
3 Nerona Imu’s Akuma no Mi
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Chapter 1179 introduced perhaps the most terrifying God-class ability yet – Nerona Imu’s Akuma no Mi, also known as the Devil’s Fruit. However, unlike other Devil Fruits in One Piece, this one appears to work in a very different way and seems to predate all other Devil Fruit abilities in the series.
This revelation changes the entire power hierarchy of One Piece. While Luffy symbolizes freedom and Loki represents destruction, Imu embodies absolute control and fear. Oda has carefully portrayed Imu as the ruler standing above the entire world for centuries, which makes the Devil’s Fruit feel almost like the opposite of Nika’s liberation powers.
| Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika | Monkey D. Luffy | Chapter 1044 | Sun God Nika |
| Nidhoggr Devil Fruit | Loki | Chapter 1175 | Warrior God of Elbaph |
| Akuma no Mi (Devil’s Fruit) | Nerona Imu | Chapter 1179 | Devil God / The Devil Itself |
The fact that Imu, Loki, and Luffy are all coming together in Elbaf strongly suggests the arc’s climax will officially begin the Great War that Oda has been teasing for years.
Here are some of the questions fans may have –
When will the next One Piece manga chapter release?
The next chapter, which is One Piece Chapter 1182, is set to be released on May 10, 2026.
Where can fans read One Piece officially?
Fans can officially read One Piece for free on Manga Plus and through Viz Media.
Is Loki stronger than Luffy in One Piece?
As of the current manga chapters, Loki’s Nidhoggr powers appear incredibly dangerous, but Luffy’s awakened Sun God Nika abilities are still portrayed as the biggest symbol of change in the Final Saga.
So now the big question – do you think Monkey D. Luffy’s Sun God Nika powers can surpass both Loki and Nerona Imu in the Final Saga? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.
One Piece manga is currently available to read on Manga Plus by Shueisha.
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