This One Piece theory about Monkey D Dragon’s mysterious Devil Fruit makes the most sense
Hold onto your straw hats, because the One Piece fandom is cooking up a theory that suggests Monkey D Dragon, the Revolutionary Army's big boss, might just be the proud owner of a particular Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit.
What
The theory that has done its rounds in the fandom already, suggests that Luffy’s absent father, the mysterious Monkey D Dragon possesses the Thunderbird Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit.
While not explicitly stated in the source material, fans have drawn connections between Dragon's background, abilities, and Native American mythology to propose this compelling theory.
Why
The foundation of the theory rests on the observation that Dragon's tattoo resembles the symbol of the Algonquin Native American tribe, which revered the thunderbird.
- The thunderbird totem, associated with Dragon's ship, adds another layer of symbolic connection.
- The Piasa bird, a creature from Native American mythology that shares similarities with the thunderbird, becomes a key element in this theory.
The Piasa bird, depicted in murals above the Mississippi River, holds cultural significance and is linked to the Cahokia culture. This culture had motifs featuring falcons, thunderbirds, and other symbolic creatures, aligning with Dragon's tattoo and the thunderbird concept.
The theory gains further traction by highlighting instances in the series where Dragon exhibits weather-controlling abilities.
- The ability to affect the weather, cause storms, and generate thunder aligns with the legendary attributes of the Thunderbird.
- Notably, the theory cites an event during the Loguetown arc where Dragon's intervention, possibly through the Thunderbird Devil Fruit, saved Luffy from imminent danger.
The Thunderbird, as a supernatural being, is believed to create thunder and lightning through its wings and eyes, paralleling Dragon's observed powers.
Now, is this theory officially confirmed by Oda? No. While the theory is not confirmed canon, it demonstrates the richness of fan engagement with the One Piece world, drawing on cultural references, symbolism, and observed abilities to construct compelling narratives and possibilities for characters like Dragon.
As the One Piece manga enters the Final Saga, longstanding secrets and mysteries within the world of the Grand Line are soon to come to light. With the latest chapters heavily featuring Dragon’s past, his motivations and his relationship with his comrades, it’s only a matter of time before fan get to witness the full might of the legendary leader of the Revolutionary Army.