When the admirals made their debut in the One Piece universe, they emerged as the ultimate enforcers of justice. Among them, Kuzan, initially known as Admiral Aokiji, stood out as the first introduced.
Embodying the concept of lazy justice and wielding the Hie Hie no Mi devil fruit, Kuzan swiftly became a prominent figure in the series. With the Hie Hie no Mi, Kuzan morphed into a formidable cryokinetic, instilling fear across the One Piece world with his chilling abilities. Notably, he even allied with Blackbeard's crew, showcasing his prowess.
The Ice-Cold Hie Hie No Mi Devil Fruit
Harnessing a Frozen Element for Formidable Combat
The Hie Hie no Mi stands as a logia-type devil fruit that empowers its user with ice manipulation, transforming them into a freezing entity. The current wielder of this fruit has mastered its capabilities, playing pivotal roles in the monumental battles of the One Piece narrative. With its freezing essence, the Hie Hie no Mi surpasses the effects of the Snow Snow fruit once possessed by Monet.
In battlefields, the Hie Hie no Mi offers tactical advantages through extensive environmental alterations. During the Marineford conflict, Aokiji froze the bay, halting enemy advancements. The fruit's strategic and combat applications elevate its user to a feared status in various arenas.
Strengths and Vulnerabilities of the Hie Hie No Mi
Kuzan's Devil Fruit Unveils Unparalleled Attributes
The Hie Hie no Mi distinguishes itself as a potent logia devil fruit by enabling manipulation of seawater, typically a weakness for devil fruit users. Kuzan's mastery allows him to freeze seawater, thwart tsunamis as witnessed in Marineford, or create pathways between islands by solidifying the sea. Noteworthy is his ability to traverse water on a frozen path while riding a bicycle. The fruit's effects are profound; when Kuzan freezes entities, they remain in stasis for extended periods.
Compared to other devil fruits, the Hie Hie no Mi excels in versatility. Kuzan can engage from a distance or immobilize foes upon contact. However, its ice nature renders it susceptible to fire or magma-based abilities, posing a notable weakness.
While the Hie Hie no Mi boasts strengths, it also introduces unique vulnerabilities. Despite sea water's diminished impact due to Kuzan's ability to solidify it, the fruit's solid-state composition limits the user's intangibility compared to fluid logia fruits. Instead of passively deflecting attacks, the Hie Hie no Mi user must reshape their form to evade strikes, as exemplified by Aokiji during the Marineford War.
Kuzan's Proficiency With the Hie Hie No Mi
Aokiji's Devil Fruit Facilitates His Distinct Justice
Kuzan's mastery of the Hie Hie no Mi is formidable, enabling him to confront formidable adversaries like Garp, Cracker, and Akainu. Unlike his fellow admirals, Kuzan adopts a pragmatic approach, acting as circumstances dictate rather than adhering to rigid doctrines like Akainu. His 'lazy justice' philosophy underscores his adaptability, diverging from Akainu's uncompromising pursuit of pirate eradication. Despite the fruit's rigid properties, Kuzan's adaptability sets him apart, allowing him to leave an indelible mark on characters and the series as a whole.
Beyond combat, Kuzan leverages his devil fruit for support, exemplified by crafting an ice leg post his confrontation with Akainu. Engaging in a 10-day battle with Akainu, despite the latter's Magma Magma fruit advantage, Kuzan altered the island's climate to a frosty terrain, showcasing his resilience.
Potential Awakening of the Hie Hie No Mi
Rumors of Kuzan's Logia Awakening Abound
To date, Zoan and Paramecia fruits in One Piece have exhibited awakening. The prospect of logia fruit awakening remains speculative, with Kuzan and Akainu's Punk Hazard clash fueling conjecture. The island's transformation during their battle hints at a potential fruit awakening, altering the environment to match the user's element.
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