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WARNING: This article contains spoilers from One Piece’s Elbaf Arc.
The Devil Fruits are a fundamental part of the One Piece world, serving as the primary power system that shapes the fate of countless characters. These mystical fruits grant incredible abilities to those who consume them, though at a steep cost—the complete loss of their ability to swim. Despite this major drawback, possessing a Devil Fruit power is often seen as a significant advantage, as demonstrated repeatedly throughout the series.
Among the many mysteries surrounding Devil Fruits, their origin is one of the most intriguing. Fans have long speculated about the existence of a Devil Fruit Tree, a potential source of these extraordinary fruits. As the Final Saga unfolds, the possibility of uncovering this long-hidden secret grows stronger. While no definitive answers have been provided yet, One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda has left numerous clues throughout the story, hinting at where this legendary tree may be found.
How Devil Fruits Come Into Existence
The true nature of Devil Fruits has remained one of One Piece’s greatest enigmas. However, significant revelations in the Egghead Island Arc have provided a deeper understanding of their origins. The brilliant scientist Dr. Vegapunk, a character Oda teased for years, finally explained the essence of Devil Fruits.
Devil Fruits Are Born from Human Desire
During the Egghead Island Arc, while Luffy fought Rob Lucci, Vegapunk revealed that Devil Fruits exist because of humanity’s desires. Each fruit represents a possibility for human evolution, reflecting someone’s wish for a particular power. According to Vegapunk:
“Those with powers exist in different dimensions, dreamed up by someone else before them!”
This implies that Devil Fruits materialize from the collective hopes and dreams of people who long for these abilities. However, such powers are unnatural, leading to a conflict with the natural order of the world. The Mother Sea itself rejects Devil Fruit users, which explains why they are unable to swim.
Despite these insights, several mysteries remain unsolved. How exactly do Devil Fruits come into existence? Where do they initially manifest? And, most importantly, is there a singular source from which they originate?
The Forest God and the Lore of Devil Fruits
Since Devil Fruits take the form of fruit, it is logical to assume they must grow somewhere. This raises the question—is there a tree that produces Devil Fruits?
Hints from Romance Dawn and Oda’s One-Shots
Long before One Piece began, Oda introduced a similar concept in his one-shot Romance Dawn, which served as a prototype for the series. In that story, he referenced a Tree of the Devil, which bore fruit once in a very long time. While it remains uncertain whether this idea will directly translate into One Piece, the parallel suggests that a Devil Fruit Tree could indeed exist in the canon timeline.
The Role of the Forest God
A more compelling clue lies in the Harley, a cryptic text within the One Piece world that speaks of gods and their influence over nature and humanity. The passage suggests that the Forest God may have played a role in the creation of Devil Fruits:
- First World: The Sun God appears to enslaved people, angering the Earth God, who unleashes destruction.
- Second World: The Forest God sends forth demons, while the Sun God fuels conflict. Humanity challenges the gods, and the Sea God rages.
- Third World: The Sun God dances and laughs, leading to the world’s end, but also signaling a new dawn.
The Forest God’s role in “sending forth demons” strongly implies that it was responsible for creating Devil Fruits. This further supports the theory that a Devil Fruit Tree once existed, possibly planted by the Forest God.
The Location of the Devil Fruit Tree
Two Special Trees in One Piece
In the One Piece world, two extraordinary trees have been introduced:
- The Adam Tree – A legendary and extremely durable tree, the largest known of which exists in Elbaf. Its wood was used to build both the Oro Jackson and the Thousand Sunny.
- The Sunlight Tree Eve – A mysterious tree whose roots extend deep into the ocean, providing Fishman Island with light by channeling sunlight from the surface.
Is the Devil Fruit Tree in Marijoa?
Unlike the Adam and Eve Trees, the Devil Fruit Tree has never been explicitly mentioned, yet it may still be hidden in plain sight. A major clue lies in the placement of Sunlight Tree Eve. Given that its roots extend into Fishman Island, the actual tree must be located above it—likely in the Holy Land of Marijoa.
If the Devil Fruit Tree does exist, Marijoa is the most likely location, aligning with the hints from the Harley’s Second World passage. This would mean that the World Government may have been safeguarding or even controlling it for centuries, using its power to maintain their rule.
Conclusion: Will Oda Reveal the Truth?
As One Piece enters its Final Saga, the mystery of the Devil Fruit Tree remains one of the most compelling unsolved questions. Given the mounting evidence, it seems inevitable that Oda will eventually unveil its secrets. Whether the tree still exists, has been destroyed, or has yet to be rediscovered, it is bound to play a significant role in the series’ climax.
With each new revelation, One Piece continues to challenge expectations, and fans eagerly await the day when this legendary tree—if it exists—will finally be brought into the light.
Where to Read One Piece
One Piece is available to read through Viz Media, Shonen Jump, and Manga Plus. The next chapter, One Piece 1143, is set to release on March 23, 2025.
