Overview of Animal Devil Fruit Users in One Piece
- Animal Devil Fruit users are uncommon in the One Piece universe.
- Zoan-type Devil Fruits grant animals remarkable sentience.
- Noteworthy users include Tony Tony Chopper, Stronger, and Onimaru.
Within the expansive and imaginative universe of One Piece, Devil Fruits can be consumed by various entities, primarily focusing on those possessing sufficient intelligence like humans. Interestingly, this classification extends to animals and even inanimate objects, showcasing the vast potential of these unique fruits.
While it is relatively rare to encounter animal users of Devil Fruits, their existence adds a fascinating dynamic to the story. Most animals that gain powers through these fruits tend to consume Zoan-type Devil Fruits, which are notorious for granting the animals a semblance of consciousness. This intriguing characteristic raises questions about the motivations behind these transformations and the experiences of the animals before and after their consumption.
6 Tony Tony Chopper
The Human-Reindeer
- Debut: Chapter 134 (Manga); Episode 81 (Anime)
- Devil Fruit: Hito Hito no Mi
Tony Tony Chopper stands out as one of the most recognizable animal characters within One Piece, mainly due to his prominent role as a member of the Straw Hat Pirates. After consuming the Hito Hito no Mi, he gained human-level intelligence, enabling him to understand his distinction from his reindeer family. Chopper utilizes this intellect to pursue a dream of becoming a doctor, which ultimately leads him to join the renowned pirate crew.
Chopper’s advanced cognitive abilities allow him to engage in meaningful communication with his fellow Straw Hats, a rarity among animal companions on pirate crews who typically have limited verbal skills. Additionally, he retains the unique ability to converse with other animals, acting as a bridge between species and translating their thoughts into language comprehensible to humans.
Moreover, Chopper’s mastery of the Zoan transformation grants him access to three distinctive forms, which culminate in his creation of the innovative Rumble Ball. This remarkable concoction enables him to adopt numerous combat styles, enhancing his offensive and defensive capabilities. For instance, his Guard Point amplifies his fur density, while the Horn Point boosts his antlers for greater impact. His ultimate transformation, Monster Point—once a source of unpredictability—has now been adapted to allow him to harness immense strength while retaining cognitive control, introducing an exciting element to his character development.
5 Stronger
The Pegasus Horse
- Debut: Chapter 223 (Manga); Episode 146 (Anime)
- Devil Fruit: Uma Uma no Mi, Model: Pegasus
Stronger, a sickly horse with a pale blue hue, serves as a vital companion to Doc Q, the ailing doctor of the Blackbeard Pirates. Despite both entities facing significant health challenges, Stronger plays an essential role in mobility for Doc Q, who is often unable to walk unaided. This duo has been part of the Blackbeard Pirates since its early days, with Doc Q being one of the first crew members.
Following the Summit War, the Blackbeard crew expanded exponentially, leading to Doc Q’s rise as one of the Ten Titanic Captains. As they hunted for Devil Fruit users, Stronger acquired the Mythical Zoan Uma Uma no Mi, allowing him to transform into a Pegasus. While his horse form did not alter dramatically aside from gaining wings, this newfound ability to fly offers unique advantages for mobility and tactics, enabling both him and Doc Q to traverse both land and air with relative ease.
4 Pierre
The Horse Bird
- Debut: Chapter 237 (Manga), Episode 153 (Anime)
- Devil Fruit: Uma Uma no Mi
Pierre, a distinctive Sky Dot Bird adorned with polka dots, holds a special place as the loyal companion of Gan Fall, the God of Skypiea. Known for his unwavering loyalty, Pierre not only functions as a steed in battle but also defends Gan Fall fiercely against any disrespect. His transformation via the Uma Uma no Mi enables him to morph into a horse, often opting for the hybrid guise that resembles a Pegasus.
Despite this transformation, Pierre’s original form already positioned him as a suitable mount for Gan Fall. This redundancy raises entertaining questions about the necessity of such powers in the context of the series, as Pierre is perpetually prepared for his duties as Gan Fall’s companion.
3. Onimaru
The Yokai Fox
- Debut: Chapter 936 (Manga), Episode 932 (Anime)
- Devil Fruit: Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Onyudo
Onimaru, a Komagitsune, possesses a striking appearance characterized by a fiery mane and tail. As a cherished pet of Shimotsuki Ushimaru, the former daimyo of Ringo, Onimaru has transitioned into a role aiding Kawamatsu—one of Kozuki Oden’s loyal retinue—as they prepare for the clash against Kaido.
Utilizing his Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit, Onimaru taps into transformative capabilities that allow him to adopt the form of a powerful monk yokai called Onyudo, also known as Gyukimaru. This evolution grants him enhanced intelligence, enabling human speech and allowing him to engage in direct confrontations with formidable foes like Roronoa Zoro. Onimaru’s swiftness in commandeering weapons exhibits his prowess as one of the more formidable animal Devil Fruit users.
2 Something
The Sleep-Inducing Seahorse
- Debut: One Piece: Ocean’s Dream! (Video Game)
- Devil Fruit: Nemu Nemu no Mi
This character is non-canon.
Noko, a seahorse with aspirations of transforming into a legendary Senneryu or Thousand-Year Dragon, attempts to realize this dream by siphoning the memories of others. However, despite being part of various continuities, only the iteration of Noko in One Piece: Ocean’s Dream! is confirmed to possess a Devil Fruit ability. Ironically, this character struggles to swim—common among Devil Fruit users—yet exhibits the ability to float on land.
Equipped with the Nemu Nemu no Mi, Noko can put others to sleep and extract their memories. However, this process is tenuous, as a single blow can reverse the effects. Remarkably, Noko is differentiated from other animal Devil Fruit users, having not consumed a Zoan-type fruit yet demonstrates abilities reminiscent of the Paramecia class.
1 Buzz
The Eagle Bulldog
- Debut: One Piece 3D: Straw Hat Chase (Movie)
- Devil Fruit: Tori Tori no Mi, Model: Eagle
This character is non-canon.
Buzz, a bulldog and steadfast companion to the pirate Schneider, showcases unexpected strength despite his age. Known for his loyalty, Buzz refuses to abandon Schneider even when the crew disbands. His capacity to engage in combat against Luffy highlights his surprising capabilities.
With the power granted by the Tori Tori no Mi, Buzz can change into an eagle, thereby gaining flight and becoming an eagle-dog hybrid. This ability comes to the forefront during a chase involving Luffy’s straw hat, wherein Buzz effortlessly captures the prize to distract Schneider from the reality of his worsening health. The ensuing interactions and chase add an engaging dynamic to the story, especially as Schneider eventually resorts to medical treatment, dispelling the fears about his condition.
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