This article contains spoilers for the Elbaf arc of One Piece.
Overview
- Sanji is confronted with significant challenges in Elbaf, pushing his skills and determination to new heights against powerful foes.
- His battle with Queen in Wano catalyzed a remarkable transformation, enhancing his combat abilities.
- To achieve a power level comparable to that of an Admiral and stand alongside Luffy, Sanji must triumph over Saint Killingham in Elbaf.
Table of Contents
- Sanji’s Opponents Post-Timeskip
- Saint Killingham: A Major Adversary
- The Path to Victory Over Saint Killingham
Sanji’s Opponents Post-Timeskip
Since the post-timeskip, Sanji has been a focal point in One Piece, and while many fans have noted the absence of his significant battles compared to Luffy, he has faced his share of formidable enemies. Luffy has often been in the limelight, with other Straw Hats like Zoro participating in limited key confrontations. Sanji’s true test came during the Wano arc when he faced off against Queen, a moment that not only highlighted his capabilities but also set the stage for his evolution.
“Why did I have to live through that? Just the memory of it is making me boil!” — Sanji
Sanji’s duel with Queen was pivotal as it compelled him to unlock his latent Germa powers, significantly improving his strength, speed, and resilience. He ultimately displayed an impressive new technique, Ifrit Jambe, enabling him to defeat Queen, a pirate valued at 1.32 billion berries with relative ease. Nonetheless, for Sanji to rise as a true contender beside Luffy, further growth is essential.
Saint Killingham: A Major Adversary
Divine Devil Fruit User
Within Elbaf, Oda has crafted a selection of powerful antagonists that promise to influence the unfolding narrative significantly. Initially, characters like Saint Shamrock Figarland and Gunko were introduced, later joined by Saints Rimoshifu Killingham and Shepherd Sommers. With Shamrock returning to Marijoa, Killingham and Sommers are expected to become prominent threats in this arc, challenging both Sanji and Zoro in their respective confrontations.
What makes the prospect of Sanji facing Killingham particularly intriguing is not just the match-up, but how their fighting styles align. Given that Killingham possesses powers associated with the mythical Kirin, which may involve aerial abilities and speed, this sets the stage for a compelling clash between two fast-paced fighters. Sanji, who has declared his aerial combat skills in prior battles, appears well-equipped to take on this formidable opponent.
The Path to Victory Over Saint Killingham
Sanji’s Road to Admiral Level
While Sanji possesses impressive strength, he has yet to reach the levels of a Navy Admiral. However, overcoming the Holy Knights, particularly Killingham, could elevate his capabilities significantly. The implication that figures like Shamrock Figarland and Killingham might rival lower-tier Admirals indicates a critical step in Sanji’s journey towards greatness.
As the narrative unfolds, the intent to challenge formidable foes while maintaining the progression of the Straw Hats remains clear. Upon defeating Killingham, alongside Zoro’s likely victory against Sommers, both Sanji and Zoro would solidify their readiness to stand alongside Luffy, paving the way for an exciting future dynamic within the crew.
For fans eager to follow these developments, One Piece is accessible through Viz Media. Readers can also explore chapters via the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus apps. The next chapter, One Piece 1141, is slated for release on March 2, 2025.
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