Exploring False Deities in One Piece Beyond the Sun God

The introduction of One Piece’s counterfeit Sun God on Elbaf has stirred discussions throughout the community, leading fans to consider various characters that might embody this title. Among the common thoughts, many pointed to Enel, but another impostor deity—Imu—has been deceiving not just a few, but the entirety of the Grand Line.

Imu might indeed represent a different kind of fake Sun God, similar to Elbaf’s, yet with a greater impact as they preside over the World Government. Furthermore, much like the connections between the Straw Hat Pirates and Road, there are numerous elements that support the idea of the World Government leader as a masquerading deity.

Note: This article may contain spoilers from the One Piece manga series and reflects the author’s viewpoint.

One Piece: Delving into Imu’s role as the counterfeit Sun God

The Sun God of Elbaf depicted in the manga (Image via Shueisha)

In chapter 1128 of One Piece, the Straw Hat Pirates find themselves ensnared in a LEGO structure as they come to the realization that they are on Elbaf Island. During their planning for an escape, an enigmatic figure resembling a deer approaches, identified by the local giants as the Sun God.

By the next chapter, 1129, it is revealed that this Sun God was a facade, with Road, a member of the New Giant Pirates, masquerading in this way to express his refusal to join the Straw Hat Grand Fleet.

Imu as shown in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)

Alongside Elbaf’s Sun God, the One Piece universe features numerous fabricated deities, such as Enel from Skypiea and Doflamingo from Dressrosa. However, the most fitting parallel, in this case, is the leader of the World Government, Imu, who occupies the Empty Throne.

Imu has the potential to play the role of the counterfeit Sun God to the entire Grand Line, given that their authority is well-known yet their visage remains unseen. Additionally, akin to Road, Imu conceals their face, suggesting they could also be a figure the Straw Hat Pirates have encountered in the past.

Reflection and Conclusions

Imu as depicted in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)

Rather than a firm ‘theory,’ this article presents an informal perspective, given that fans are already aware of Imu’s dominion over the world. Several insights support the notion that Imu might be a false deity, similar to Road.

For instance, there is a linkage between Road and the Straw Hat Pirates (via the Straw Hat Grand Fleet), echoing the dynamic between Luffy and Imu (the latter’s possessiveness of a large Straw Hat, potentially belonging to JoyBoy, the past bearer of the Nika fruit).

Nevertheless, it is advisable to approach this article with caution, as all discussed points are ‘speculative’ in nature and derived from observations in the series. Hence, it is wise to await official confirmation from the source material and treat this article as a source of entertainment that explores various possibilities.

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