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It was the fight no one wanted to see, but everyone was waiting for. To save his protégé Koby, the legendary Monkey D. Garp invaded Hachinosu Island (Beehive Island). Facing him? His former favorite disciple, former Admiral Kuzan (Aokiji), now allied with Blackbeard. In 2026, let's look back at this heartbreaking clash between Justice and Freedom.
This duel is not just a battle of power; it is an ideological conflict. Garp, the hero of the past, sacrifices himself to make way for the future of the Marines. Kuzan, meanwhile, seems lost in his "Lazy Justice," forced to fight the man who trained him.
Blue Hole versus Galaxy Impact: the clash of generations.
Galaxy Impact: The power of pure Haki
Garp proved that he did not need any Devil Fruit to be a monster. His opening attack, Galaxy Impact, destroyed an entire town using only a shock wave of advanced Conqueror's Haki.
He reminded everyone why Roger feared him. Even old and weakened, he physically dominated Kuzan, proving that willpower surpasses the elements.
Is Kuzan playing a double game?
Kuzan used his "Ice Glove" attack to match Garp's fists. However, many fans noticed his hidden tears. Did he freeze Garp to kill him, or to save him by placing him in stasis, as he did for Saul at Ohara?
Kuzan is seeking his own justice. By infiltrating Blackbeard's crew, he may be watching the world's most dangerous pirate from within. To understand the hierarchy he left behind, visit our page The Admirals and the Marines.
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The final lesson: "Justice will prevail!"
Garp allowed himself to be captured (and frozen) so the new generation could escape. Laughing in the face of death, he passed the torch. His disappearance marks the end of the old era.
Now it is Luffy, Dragon, and Koby's turn to finish the job. Garp's fate remains uncertain: a bargaining chip against the World Government or a martyr?
Conclusion: The legend never dies
Garp lost the battle, but he won the war by saving hope. His sacrifice will be the spark that ignites the Final War.
To follow the consequences of this event, read our summary of the Story Arcs.
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