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Luffy’s Gear 5transformation is a long way off from being adapted inOne Piece’slive-actionseries, but that hasn’t stoppedUniversal Studios Japanfrom providing the best realistic look at the iconic form so far. Monkey D.Luffy’s transformations often include dramatic power-upsthanks to him finding new ways to manipulate his stretchy body, but his latest transformation makes him more cartoony than ever, which had many fans curious about how it could look in the real world until now.
As posted byXuser andOne Piecesuper-fanPewPiece, the short ad shows several live-action Straw Hats, but once again, Luffy steals the show. The Universal Studios Japan-exclusiveOne Piecestage show has been an ongoing attraction for many years, but as the new ad suggests, this year’s performance is setting out to include Gear 5 Luffy for the first time with its latest original storyline.
See Luffy’s Gear 5 Form In The Real World This Summer In Japan
The Premier Show Is A One Piece Stage Play That’s Been Ongoing Since 2007
TheOne Piece Premier Showis an annual performance that often puts on a grandiose stage play with original stories set in Eiichiro Oda’s beloved super-power pirate-filled world. Creative special effects and talented actors have made a habit of bringing great joy toOne Piecefans who can attend the show. Dance numbers, faithfully detailed costumes, and audience participation fuel their enjoyment. And the Gear 5-starring ad for 2024’s version of theOne Piece Premier Showlooks like this year’s installment will be no exception.
According to the officialUniversal Studios Japansite, 2024’sOne Piece Premier Showwill include an entirely new story featuring the Straw Hat Crew fighting powerful foes who’ll force Luffy to use Gear 5 for the first time in the live-action shows' history. The performances have previously found entertaining and creative ways to adapt Devil Fruit powers in a realistic way. However, Luffy’s newest transformation showcases one of the most reality-bendingDevil Fruits inOne Piece, which adds to the excitement for fans to seehow the accomplished stage-play will bring the mythical Gear 5 transformation to life.
Live-Action Gear 5 Luffy Has Been Done Before With Amazing Results
Luffy’s Gear 5 Transformation Debuted In Episode #1071 Of The Anime and Chapter #1044 Of The Manga
After Gear 5 debuted inOne Piece’s storyline, several talented artists have adapted the transformation in visually stunning ways. One remarkably talented 3D artist took 100 days to create a shockingly detailed live-action version of Gear 5 Luffy versus Kaido. On the other hand, another creative fan recreated theentire Gear 5 fight against Kaidowith Microsoft Paint, making the battle look like the coolest Super Nintendo game aOne Piecefan could ever want.
Gear 5 Luffy vs Kaido in Live Action Is Every One Piece Fan’s Dream Come True
Luffy’s Gear 5 battle against Kaido in One Piece has been translated to live-action by an enthusiastic fan, and it looks absolutely incredible.
So far, the Netflix Live-ActionOne Pieceseries has only adapted the East Blue Saga, but it did a great job of bringing Luffy’s powers and those of other Devil Fruit users to life. If the Netflix series continues to knock its adaptation out of the park, it’ll likely reach the point inOne Piece’s story where it must create its own version of Gear 5. Until then, talented artists, some of whom work at Universal Studios in Japan, will continue to show how cool Luffy and his powers can look in the real world.
Sources:pewpiece/X,Universal Studios Japan
One Piece
Created by Eiichiro Oda, One Piece is a multimedia franchise that began as a manga series and follows the adventures of the Straw Hat Pirates as led by Monkey D. Luffy. Luffy, an enthusiastic pirate with a thirst for adventure, is afflicted by a mysterious curse that gives him various powers he uses to protect himself and his friends. The manga eventually gave way to the anime series, with the two being some of history’s longest-running anime and manga series. Along with over fifty video games made over the years, the series entered the live-action world with Netflix’s 2023 adaptation.
