the many mysteries that surround the franchise.

Chapter #1150 has not been the exception to the rule, with fans claiming it to be one of the biggest entries the manga has seen in many months. Imu using their powers to transform the Giant Pirates into demons was not only terrifying but informative. This event could be directly connected to one of the first mysteries ever introduced to the manga: the ominous Sea Devil.

Could Imu Be One Piece’s Sea Devil?

Their Powers and Appearance Hint at This Being the Answer

In chapter #19 of the One Piece manga series, Shanks mentioned that those who consume Devil Fruits are unable to enter the sea. The future Emperor of the Sea claimed that this was the result of a curse put on those who consumed the treasures by a creature known as the Sea Devil. While there have been mentions of this ominous evil several times, it's been implied that the tale was mostly a myth shared among pirates. Chapter #1150 might have changed this perspective by hinting that Imu is the origin of these treasures and legends.

After taking control of Gunko thanks to their terrifying powers, the body of their host began to morph, likely to resemble Imu’s appearance. The woman grew a pair of demonic wings and a tail, and manifested a trident in her hand, making her look like a traditional demon. Imu was also able to use their powers, which seem to come from an ancient grimoire, to transform the Giant Pirates, one of the most powerful and righteous crews in the world, into devils under their command. These abilities and their appearance are clear hints of Imu’s powers being demonic.

Imu’s Motives Draw Parallels to the Legends

The Ruler Wants To Drown the World

After the release of One Piece chapter #1150, many fans began to find Imu’s motives and goals to align perfectly with the legends of the Sea Devil. One of the arguments brought up repeatedly by readers is the fact that the true leader of the World Government seems to be motivated to drown the world by using the power of the Ancient Weapon they own. Imu has been confirmed to have lived through the events of the Void Century, which means they are aware of the dangers of using these tools. Each time the weapons are fired, the level of the sea rises.

Imu has never appeared to have an issue with the idea of the world being covered by water, if Mary Geoise, the home of the Celestial Dragons, is safe. This was further proved by the fact that the ruler only made themselves known because the biggest battle in the series seems to be happening right now in the Holy Land. Imu’s demonic traits and abilities, as well as their desire to see the world covered by the sea, are all strong hints at their identity being the origins of the Sea Devil legends.