In One Piece, Zoan-type Devil Fruits have always followed a simple formula: transformation and basic stat boosts. Those who eat them gain stronger bodies, incredible endurance, and rapid healing. However, as the Final Saga unfolds, Oda proves Zoan fruits are far more complex.
Some “unique” Zoan fruits don’t just enhance the user but directly affect and alter others’ states, a trait usually seen only in Paramecia types. Here are the clearest examples:
1. Tori Tori no Mi, Model: Phoenix (Marco)
From his first appearance, Marco impressed with his unique blue flames. Instead of burning, these flames heal. Although Oda explained that healing others is less effective than healing himself, this marks a shift from simple self-enhancement to powerful support abilities.
2. Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika (Luffy)
This is the most extreme example of breaking system boundaries. In Gear 5, Luffy not only transforms his body but also turns the environment and even his opponents into rubber. Recall the moment when Kizaru and Fleet Admiral Saturn were crushed like paper and tossed aside like a record. This goes beyond transformation, it’s the power to manipulate reality itself.
3. Hito Hito no Mi (Chopper)
In chapter 1177, fans were stunned by Chopper’s Monster Point ability. Instead of dealing damage, his punch can dissolve the Domi Reversi state in victims without causing pain. Many theories suggest that because Chopper’s fruit is the purest “Human” model, his power can help others regain lost humanity.
4. Ryu Ryu no Mi, Model: Kirin (Rimoshifu Killingham)
Killingham’s power is a literal nightmare. He can put targets to sleep and pull entities from their dreams into reality. This shows that this Mythical Zoan fruit directly affects the mind and perception of others, a terrifying ability unless countered by powerful figures like Loki.
The Mystery of Imu: Zoan or Something Beyond?
Imu also displays a similar pattern. He can transform and manipulate others’ bodies through “Sea Contracts.” The question remains whether Imu possesses an ultimate Mythical Zoan fruit or if he is an ancient entity beyond human nature.