One Piece: Saturn’s Demonic Devil Fruit Power is Based on a Terrifying Japanese Lore – The Yokai, Explained

Fans claim that Saturn is giving unsettling whispers of ancient Japanese lore and a link to the Ushi-oni, a demon with bull horns and spider legs.

One Piece: Saturn’s Demonic Devil Fruit Power is Based on a Terrifying Japanese Lore – The Yokai, Explained

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  • Saturn's potential Devil Fruit is giving unsettling whispers of ancient Japanese lore and a link to the Ushi-oni, a demon with bull horns and spider legs.
  • Jaygarcia Saturn is the fifth member of the Gorosei, the Five Elders who rule, order, and mange the World Government, along with many with world events.
  • The Elders are the pinnacle of power and authority, yet they come under Imu Sama, the entity potentially responsible for the Void Century.
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Saturn’s entry in One Piece brought unsettling whispers of ancient Japanese lore. His Devil Fruit is suspected to be a Mythical Zoan, granting him a monstrous transformation inspired by the fearsome Yokai. Fans theorize a link to the Ushi-oni, a demon with bull horns and spider legs, reflected in his terrifying new form. The black flames around his neck hint at an awakened Devil Fruit, suggesting even greater power.

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Saturn, whose full name is Jaygarcia Saturn, is indeed one of the five members of the Gorosei, the enigmatic group that holds the highest authority in the World Government of the popular manga and anime series, One Piece. Saturn, along with the other Gorosei members, wields immense power and influence, dictating the fate of the entire world from their holy land, Mary Geoise.

One Piece's Gorosei
One Piece‘s Gorosei

Also read: One Piece: Who Are The Gorosei? – Abilities and Powers of the Five Elders, Explained

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Saturn’s Demonic Form: A Glimpse Into the Ushi-Oni?

Youkai are otherworldly creatures in Japanese folklore, enveloping a huge array of shapes and sizes. From mischievous Kappas to transcending Oni, they address natural phenomena, moral examples, and, surprisingly, human feelings of fear and sadness. Their different reach makes them an ideal wellspring of motivation for mythical Zoan Devil Fruits like Saturn of the Gorosei.

Jaygarcia Saturn
Jaygarcia Saturn

Saturn’s hybrid form, with its bull and oni horns, and spider lower body, looks similar to the Ushi-Oni, a yokai known for its fearsome strength and satanic horns. It may be the case that Saturn’s Devil Fruit is a Mythical Zoan type because of this yokai, conceding him unimaginable physical ability, strength, and maybe even command over darkness, as many One Piece fans speculate.

Also read: One Piece’s Saint Jaygarcia Saturn’s Untapped Potential All but Confirms the Gorosei’s True Nature

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The Ushi-Oni’s folklore offers something beyond an actual structure for Saturn’s powers. Yokai are frequently connected with powerful abilities, and Saturn’s teleporting portals and rapid regeneration could be obtained from Ushi-Oni legend. These abilities could tie into the yokai’s link to darkness, illusions, and even shapeshifting. His Yokai-inspired powers add a layer of profundity and secret to the already mysterious World Government.

 Saint Jaygarcia Saturn in his demon form
Saint Jaygarcia Saturn in his demon form

It presents an expected link between the Five Elders and ancient myths, potentially indicating their association with Imu and the Void Century. With Saturn’s abilities making way for Yokai influences, fans can’t resist the urge to ponder whether other characters could draw motivation from these mythical creatures. But this is all speculation and many exciting mysteries are yet to be unraveled in the future chapters of One Piece.

The Five Elders: Cracking the Enigma of One Piece‘s Gorosei

The universe of One Piece is immense and intricate, brimming with beautiful characters and lore. However, hardly any figures ignite interest and speculation like the Gorosei, otherwise called the Five Elders. These shriveled figures, covered in mystery and hung in power, hold outright influence over the World Government, creating long-shaded areas that stretch across the whole adventure. Their influence is undeniable.

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Five Elders
Five Elders

From their extravagant palace atop the Red Line, they order the immense assets of the Marines, the cunning agents of Cipher Pol, and, surprisingly, the Seven Warlords of the Sea. Information curves to their will, affairs to their coordination, and whispers of ancient weapons and forbidden knowledge cling to their every move. However, their thought processes and their final goal remain covered in practically tangible darkness.

Also read: One Piece Chapter 1095 Teases One Terrifying Secret About Five Elders That Might Strike Fear in Gear 5 Luffy and His Strawhat Pirates

Every Elder, however frequently alluded to as a collective entity, has their distinct character and eccentricities. Some proceed cautiously, looking for discretion in hushed tones, while others employ their power with a chilling determination. The Gorosei are rumored to be immortal and have been alive since the Void Century. Their names are attached to heavenly bodies, the planets of the Solar System yet their Devil Fruit and their aspirations stay a secret.

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Gorosei bowing down to Imu Sama

Their enigmatic nature has turned into a breeding place for incalculable fan theories. Some believe they are pawns in a bigger game, controlled by the unseen hand of Imu. Others see them as genuine puppet masters, calling the shots of world events from the shadows. In any case, others whisper of ancient bloodlines and taboo pacts, alluding to an association with the secrets of the Void Century.

Rajdeep Majumder

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