Luffy’s Gear 2 Was Copied From an Enemy? 3 Times Luffy Was Caught Copying Enemies’ Attacks

Other than being his usual goofy self, Luffy is a remarkable character as his strength and abilities are formidable in most aspects. Be it Bajrang Gun or Kaminari, his techniques are off the charts in the series.
But that is not all, considering his power-ups and transformation in the series. And though they may seem all too creative, they might have had their fair share of inspirations.
Luffy’s Gear 2 in a still from the anime | Credit: Toei Animation
Most specifically, the Gear 2 is based on an unusual yet lethal technique in the series. The Straw Hat captain was inspired by his rivals and foes with his skills and abilities including this gear transformation.
One Piece has instances where the Straw Hat may have copied his adversaries for the signature techniques. And while this seems all too common, the series has had its fair share of inspirations and influences.
Gear...
But that is not all, considering his power-ups and transformation in the series. And though they may seem all too creative, they might have had their fair share of inspirations.
Luffy’s Gear 2 in a still from the anime | Credit: Toei Animation
Most specifically, the Gear 2 is based on an unusual yet lethal technique in the series. The Straw Hat captain was inspired by his rivals and foes with his skills and abilities including this gear transformation.
One Piece has instances where the Straw Hat may have copied his adversaries for the signature techniques. And while this seems all too common, the series has had its fair share of inspirations and influences.
Gear...
- 1/19/2025
- by Himanshi Jeswani
- FandomWire
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