The Straw Hat Pirates are nearing the end of their long journey, and One piece fans are more excited than ever to see who will complete Luffy’s ten-person dream crew. Eiichiro Oda’s final saga brought long-awaited payoffs, massive power shifts, and now, the possibility of a new teammate from the legendary island of Elbaf. The suitor is Prince Loki, a name that could change the Straw Hat hierarchy forever.
Loki isn’t just another powerful ally. This is a character with deep Elbaf roots, a complicated past, and the potential to surpass even Roronoa Zoro in unexpected ways. While Zoro’s strength and loyalty make him Luffy’s right-hand man, Loki represents something different in the embodiment of legacy, power, and the future that awaits once Luffy’s dream is realized.
Loki could be the Straw Hats’ final missing piece
Elbaf has long been considered a key site of One pieceand the introduction of Loki gives the arc an emotional and narrative anchor. Dishonored among his people but trusted by Luffy, Loki reflects the kind of misunderstood strength that defines many Straw Hats. Like Nico Robin or Jinbe, his addition would symbolize acceptance and redemption.
What makes Loki’s case so compelling is his unparalleled power. Renowned for defeating almost all of Elbaf’s warriors and even killing Harald, the strongest fighter on the island, Loki has already proven himself to be a nearly unstoppable force. Only Shanks, one of the strongest men in the world, has managed to beat him, putting Loki in elite company.
If Loki joins, his strength and potential Devil Fruit ability would instantly shift the Straw Hats’ balance of power. He wouldn’t just be another fighter, he would be a protector capable of matching Luffy’s vision for the Pirate King’s crew. This strength alone could move Zoro and Sanji down a rank, cementing Loki as the new “number two” in terms of raw power.
Zoro’s spirit will always surpass Loki’s strength
Yet surpassing Zoro isn’t just about combat ability. The swordsman’s role in the crew goes far beyond muscle, as he is Luffy’s spiritual counterpart and moral pillar. Zoro embodies the ideals of loyalty, pride and willpower that define the bond between the Straw Hats. Even if Loki surpasses him in battle, he may never replace him in his heart.
Zoro and Sanji’s growth has always paralleled that of Luffy, and the story suggests that both men will eventually reclaim their status as Luffy’s wings. Their strength evolves with each battle, and if Loki joins them, this rivalry could fuel their next transformation. In this sense, Loki may not dethrone Zoro, he could inspire him with his greatest power-up to date.
When Luffy finally finds the One Piece, Zoro’s legacy will not be defined by his rank or strength, but by his unwavering determination. Loki may surpass him physically, but Zoro’s unwavering loyalty and spirit will remain the foundation of Luffy’s empire in One piece. Ultimately, strength alone does not constitute a number two; conviction does it.
- Created by
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Eiichirō Oda
- First film
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One Piece: The Movie
- Cast
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Kazuya Nakai, Akemi Okamura, Kappei Yamaguchi, Hiroaki Hirata, Ikue Ōtani, Yuriko Yamaguchi
- Video games
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One Piece: World Unlimited Red, One Piece: Pirate Warriors 3, One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4, One Piece: World Seeker, One Piece Odyssey
- Character(s)
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Monkey D. Luffy, Roronora Zoro, Nami (One Piece), Nico Robin, Usopp (One Piece), Vinsmoke Sanji, Tony Tony Chopper, Franky (One Piece), Jimbei (One Piece)
