With his Devil Fruit powers awakening, the Fifth Gear allows Luffy to take his powers to new heights. Gear 5 gives Luffy’s rubbery body greater strength and complete freedom to fight as he pleases.

The One Piece Gear 5 is Luffy’s newest piece of equipment, and he uses it in the One Piece manga The Liberated Warrior, Volume 103, Episode 1044.

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Nika, the Sun God, and His Connection to the Gear 5

With the introduction of G5, it was discovered that the Gomu Gomu fruit was known as the Hito Hito: Nika model, and Nika is just that, a god. Specifically, he is the Sun God of Pirate folklore.

Nika was given this title because he symbolizes lighting up the world. Wherever he goes, he saves enslaved people, puts smiles on their faces, and celebrates with them what is known as the “drumbeat of liberation.” In Fifth Gear, these are the last physical changes Luffy undergoes when transforming into Nica. He can’t stop laughing, and his heart beats like a drum with every beat.

When Did Luffy Use Gear 5?

In the final battle between Luffy and Kaido, Luffy is distracted by a CP0 agent named Guernica. This causes Kaido to deal a huge blow to Luffy, almost sending him to the gates of heaven. But on the brink of death, Luffy awakens his “true” Devil Fruit. This was the first awakening since the Void Century.

Luffy’s Devil Fruit is not the Gomu Gomu no Mi (a lizard-type Devil Fruit), which the World Government and Oda have fooled us for years.

Instead, the original name of Luffy’s Devil Fruit was Hito Hito no Mi, model number Nika, a mythical animal type Devil Fruit. This is the Devil Fruit that the World Government has searched for over 800 years, which the Five Roshi called “the ridiculous power in the world.”

Therefore, Luffy’s Devil Fruit is currently the strongest Devil Fruit in the King of Thieves world. With this Devil Fruit’s power, Luffy could raise his power to a new level and unleash the Fifth Stage. When he is resurrected, Luffy’s heartbeat begins to sound like the rhythm of music, which Zunisha perfectly calls the “Drum of Liberation. “Luffy also mentions that his heartbeat sounds funny.

Additionally, Luffy’s appearance gets a facelift, and all aspects of his power, such as strength, mobility, and durability, are improved.

What Does Gear 5 Luffy Look Like?

When using Gear 5, Luffy’s strength instantly increases, and his appearance changes dramatically. The first thing that stands out is the bleaching of Luffy’s hair. It appears to melt or catch fire, which causes it to be associated with yellow, like a Super Saiyan, but it has been confirmed that it will be white, along with his eyebrows. It’s safe to assume he’ll be waving his hands like he’s on fire.

In addition to the hair change, the hackings in the armpits around his neck have also appeared. It makes him look like a Greek hero, a god of the pantheon.

Additionally, one can’t help but notice Luffy’s crimson pupils and his wavy, thick white eyebrows. However, when Luffy exits Gear 5 mode, he reverts to his standard appearance.

What Is the Special Power of Gear 5?

Luffy’s Gear 5 power gives him a new set of amazing abilities. And it also refines the abilities he already has.

1. Gear 5 grants Luffy greater strength, speed, and stamina. This means he can effortlessly go head-to-head with any opponent. It also makes it easier for him to take on powerful foes like Robo Lucci and Kaido.
2. Gear 5 also speeds up Luffy’s physical recovery, even if he’s severely injured and unconscious. This ability is very useful in duels. Using his Gear 5 power, Luffy can spin his legs so fast that he can run fast enough to create flames in his wake.
3. The Gear 5 rank also enhances Luffy’s ability to utilize the rubbery properties of his body. He can amplify his limbs and muscles. So much so that he can easily grab and throw the giant dragon Kaido.
4. Luffy’s 5th gear ability also allows him to fire energy blasts and blow up several opponents simultaneously. This is proven when he is surrounded by dozens of beasts and pirates loyal to Kaido. In his fifth gear form, Luffy can also expand and stretch his entire body simultaneously, something he was previously unable to obtain.

Gear 5 Luffy’s Consequences and Drawbacks

Great power comes with great consequences and drawbacks. It takes time to master the awakened Devil Fruit powers fully. They can still be used if not fully mastered, but they can severely damage the user’s stamina. Each of Luffy’s forms has limitations and drawbacks. For example, in Gears 2, Luffy increases his stamina and speed by doping blood, which exhausts him and gradually shortens his lifespan.

The abilities that Gear 5 gives Luffy are unbelievable. But it also has some drawbacks. Using it requires a lot of energy. As a result, once the user is done using it, they become very weak. As we can see, Luffy looks like he’s gotten a little older after using Gear 5, which is unfortunate.

On the other hand, it is also possible for the user’s mind to be controlled by the animal that is the source of its power.

Conclusion

After learning about the great power of the fifth gear, Luffy, everyone must be more excited about this new manga! It’s time to be excited with powerful Luffy’s One Piece Gear 5. Will Gear 6 make an appearance? Please share your thoughts in the comments.