One Piece Final Saga: 8 Characters Luffy Has Now Surpassed

Luffy’s power level in One Piece’s Final Saga has reshaped the series’ hierarchy. The Elbaf arc positions the Sun God Nika directly against Imu, highlighting how many former top-tier characters now rank below him. Game Rant lists eight characters who have clearly fallen behind Luffy as the manga nears its conclusion.

The Final Saga has ramped up Luffy’s growth faster than any previous arc. His Gear 5 awakening, linked to the Sun God Mythical Zoan fruit, elevates him to a level that older powerhouses — including several former Yonko-level fighters — can’t match with their current abilities.

The eight characters Luffy has surpassed come from various factions and time periods. This includes former Warlords, Yonko commanders, and at least one character once thought unbeatable in direct combat. The credibility of this list lies in the fact that it’s not speculative — each entry is backed by on-page evidence from Wano, Egghead, and Elbaf, where Luffy’s abilities were showcased or compared to known standards.

Context is key here: One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda has stated that some pirates are destined to surpass Gol D. Roger, the previous King of the Pirates. This framing adds significance to Luffy’s rise — it’s not just random power increases but a well-planned narrative arc Oda has been developing for over twenty years. With the Final Saga introducing three new gods after Elbaf and a new Mythical Zoan transformation reportedly on the way by July 2026, Luffy’s potential might still be expanding.

For fans keeping up with the anime, this power discussion is ahead of where the animated series currently stands. The manga’s Final Saga has transitioned from Egghead to Elbaf, while the anime is still covering earlier content. This means the latest power comparisons are exclusive to the manga for now.

By The Numbers

One Piece Odyssey Release Date	January 13, 2023
Developer	ILCA (Bandai Namco)
Steam Review Score	80% Positive
Total Steam Reviews	1,813
Current Steam Price	$9.99

The community’s response to One Piece Odyssey — the latest dedicated One Piece game — reflects the fanbase’s enthusiasm for the franchise. One Steam reviewer mentioned: “If you like One Piece and you like turn-based strategy games then you’ll like this. It has a rock, paper, scissors system and will always let you know when an attack is weak or more resistant.” The game holds an 80% positive score across 1,813 reviews, indicating it resonates well with series fans, even if it hasn’t reached a broader audience — current concurrent players on Steam are around 50.

What To Watch

• Luffy vs. Imu: The Elbaf arc has set Luffy’s Sun God powers against the series’ main antagonist. How Oda approaches this confrontation will either confirm or challenge the current power rankings.
• Three New Gods post-Elbaf: The Final Saga is reportedly introducing three new divine-tier characters after the current arc wraps up. Their arrival could shake up the hierarchy again and add fresh names to any future “surpassed” list.
• New Mythical Zoan transformation: Reports from July 2026 hint that Oda is planning another transformation for Luffy. If this is confirmed in the chapters, it would elevate his power level beyond the eight characters he’s already left behind.