The enigmatic world of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece is filled with countless mysteries, particularly within its latest arcs, which have stirred significant intrigue among fans. One question that has particularly captured the community’s attention is regarding who provided Luffy with food during the events of the Egghead Arc.
While there were hints in the manga that pointed towards various potential characters, there had been no explicit confirmation until recently. Notably, the latest unofficial release of the SBS question corner from volume 110 seems to have clarified this mystery, suggesting who it was that fed Luffy at such a pivotal moment.
Disclaimer: The content of this article is speculative and represents the author’s opinions.
Hints from Oda indicate Kizaru provided food to Luffy in volume 110’s SBS
According to recent leaks shared by X user @pewpiece, a reliable source of information regarding the series, it appears that Admiral Kizaru was the one who gave Luffy food during the Egghead Arc. While Oda may not have outright confirmed this, the wording he used when responding to a reader’s inquiry strongly suggests it.
In his reply, Oda mentions that Sanji or Franky might have been responsible due to their proximity to Luffy at the time. However, he also notes that Kizaru and Sentomaru were nearby. Oda emphasizes that the identity of the person who fed Luffy remains undisclosed and creatively ties this to the “speed of light,” implying it was a rapid action that might have gone unnoticed. He further toys with potential answers while reiterating the concept of “speed of light” before concluding.
Though Oda’s remarks in volume 110’s SBS question corner do not firmly identify Kizaru as the food-giver, the implication remains strong due to his specific phrasing. It’s reasonable for fans to deduce that Kizaru is indeed the individual responsible, especially with Oda’s focus on the “speed of light.”
Furthermore, of the four individuals mentioned by Oda, Kizaru is the only one with confirmed abilities that allow him to move at light speed. While Sanji is notably fast, his speed doesn’t compare to Kizaru’s capabilities, endowed by the Glint-Glint Fruit. Comparatively, Franky and Sentomaru fall short of even Sanji’s remarkable speed, thus effectively eliminating them as potential candidates based on Oda’s emphasis on the “speed of light.”
Additionally, there are storytelling elements that bolster the likelihood of Kizaru being the one who fed Luffy. In the closing chapters of the Egghead Arc, Kizaru’s internal conflict regarding his role in the fate of his former friend was underscored. As Luffy and his crew fought to protect Dr. Vegapunk, it would be logical for Kizaru to utilize his powers in a manner that aids them while maintaining his own safety. This notion is further bolstered by the fact that the Straw Hats were simultaneously engaged in efforts to save Jewelry Bonney, another character closely tied to Kizaru.
Conclusion
Taking into account the narrative cues that suggested Kizaru’s involvement and Oda’s subtly implicit comments in the SBS of volume 110, it almost confirms his role in this event. Despite Kizaru still being affiliated with the Marines as of the writing of this article, it leaves open the possibility for him to play a more collaborative role with the Straw Hats as the saga reaches its climax.
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