Alright, One Piece fans, let’s discuss speed. We aren’t referring to Sanji racing to the kitchen. We’re diving into a burning question flying around the Grand Line faster than Kizaru: Is this Admiral *really* lightspeed?
We’ve heard it countless times. “Kizaru is lightspeed!” It’s practically accepted as truth now. But is it real or just hype? Does Kizaru, the most relaxed Admiral in the Navy, truly earn the title of being as fast as light?
Kizaru: The Embodiment of “Unclear Justice” and Light Speed Shenanigans
Is Kizaru Really as Fast as Light? Spoiler: Yes.
Let’s be clear. Is Kizaru *actually* lightspeed? Yes, almost. The series consistently claims he is lightspeed. It’s not mere fan thinking; the canon emphasizes it.
Deciphering Kizaru’s Speed: Beyond Just “Fast”
What does “lightspeed” mean in One Piece? Well, when discussing Kizaru’s abilities, we consider his movement at, and possibly beyond, light speed. This isn’t about merely quick steps. His overpowered Devil Fruit makes it possible.
Lightspeed Kicks? Yes, He Does That. Frequently.
Ever thought if Kizaru could kick so fast you wouldn’t see it? The answer is YES. He blitzes foes and delivers light-infused kicks. His combat style centers around lightning speed. Kicks that arrive at lightspeed, perhaps even faster. Get ready.
Turning into Light: The Ultimate Travel Hack
The big twist? Kizaru doesn’t just move like light; he becomes light. His Logia fruit grants him the ability to turn into light particles. He can zoom at light speed. Need to make up some time? Become a laser beam. Problem solved.
Pika Pika no Mi: The Glint-Glint Fruit of Pure Speed
The secret to Kizaru’s blinding speed is the Pika Pika no Mi, calling it the Glint-Glint Fruit. This Logia-type Devil Fruit makes him a “Light Human,” giving him absolute light control. It’s why he’s so quick and maintains that cool factor.
Flying on Light? Naturally.
Why walk when you can fly? Kizaru can use his light powers to fly. He zips around and hovers intimidatingly. Typical light-related antics. Just a day in the life for a light fruit Admiral.
Combat Prowess: Speed is His Weapon (and Personality)
Kizaru’s fighting style? Picture a laser beam with a lazy demeanor. He can rush foes in milliseconds, unleash lightspeed kicks, and has combat skills that are no joke. He might even crack a joke while doing so.
Speed Showdown: Kizaru vs. Everyone Else
Fastest in One Piece? Maybe Not *Technically*.
Is Kizaru the fastest character in One Piece? Complicated question. He is indeed quick, but it’s not so straightforward. Other characters can match his pace in fights, at least for short distances. Think of him as a speedster in a crowd of speedsters.
Kizaru vs. Naruto: Different Universes, Same Speed Hype
Now, let’s shift to another anime universe. Who’s faster, Kizaru or Naruto? Brace yourselves, Naruto fans; the consensus leans toward the orange ninja. Naruto, especially in his later forms, is deemed faster than Kizaru. Who knew ninjas were this fast?
Kizaru vs. Enel: Light vs. Lightning, No Contest.
Is Kizaru faster than Enel? Yes. No question about it. He’s not just faster; his Haki is superior, and he has experience against Logia users. Enel has significant attacks, yet facing Kizaru is like showing up with a taser against a laser.
Enel vs. Kizaru: Again, Kizaru Wins. Seriously.
To clarify, who is faster: Enel or Kizaru? It’s always Kizaru. Poor Enel can’t compete with real lightspeed.
Luffy vs. Kizaru: Gear 5 Changes Everything.
Is Luffy faster than Kizaru? For a long time, Kizaru seemed unmatched. But Gear 5 Luffy jumped onto the scene and changed everything. Gear 5 Luffy is generally seen as faster than Kizaru, possibly even faster than light itself. What a power-up!
Kuma vs. Kizaru: Warp Speed vs. Light Speed.
Who is faster: Kuma or Kizaru? This one’s tricky. Kuma’s teleportation is instantaneous, yet Kizaru’s speed matches that of light. Close up, Kuma’s warp seems quicker but over distance, Kizaru probably wins unless he needs a warm-up.
Sanji: Faster Than Light (Travel Speed Edition).
Hold on, Sanji faster than light? Yes, indeed! Sanji is significantly faster than light in *travel speed*. This may only be travel speed not combat speed, yet our beloved cook possesses substantial velocity.
Ichigo: Bleach’s Lightspeed Swordsman?
Switching anime again, is Ichigo faster than light? Bleach fans think Ichigo Kurosaki is actually faster than light in his later forms. The specifics are debated, but the general belief affirms Ichigo ranks among the FTL characters.
Naruto vs. Kizaru: Redux.
To reinforce: Naruto is literally faster than Kizaru. He ranks in the top 20 fastest anime characters. Naruto’s speed is impressively remarkable.
Luffy/Kaido vs. Kizaru: Keeping Up with the Light.
Are Luffy and Kaido as fast as Kizaru? Before Gear 5, likely not consistently. However, top-tier characters like Yonko are close when it comes to reaction and combat speed. Gear 5 Luffy seems to have left Kizaru behind speed-wise.
Gear 5 Luffy: Officially Faster Than Light?
Gear 5 Luffy is confirmed FASTER THAN LIGHT. That’s it. No more debates necessary. Oda himself, or at least the story does, confirm Gear 5 Luffy surpasses lightspeed.
Kizaru: Still Massively Fast (Just Not Compared to G5 Luffy).
Despite Gear 5 Luffy’s phenomenal speed boost, let’s remember: Kizaru is Massively Faster than Yonko Luffy (pre-Gear 5). He remains extremely fast but perhaps not *the* fastest due to Luffy’s ridiculous power-up.
Kizaru’s Kryptonite: Laziness, Emotions, and Rubber Fists?
Who Does Kizaru Fear? (Probably Paperwork).
Who is Kizaru scared of? Good inquiry! Perhaps his superiors when they ask him to complete tasks. Regarding actual characters, he might respect strong figures like Akainu or the Gorosei. But true fear? He seems too relaxed to genuinely fear much.
Why So Lazy, Kizaru? It’s the Light Fruit, Man.
Why is Kizaru so lazy? It’s an amusing paradox. With the power of lightspeed, he’s one of the laziest Admirals ever met. His Devil Fruit’s incredible power likely makes him lack the need for effort. Why hurry when you can arrive instantly?
Kizaru’s Arm: Chopped Off? Soundwaves are Brutal.
Did Kizaru lose his arm? Temporarily, yes. In a shocking moment, Kizaru’s arm got chopped off by soundwaves. Quite an unexpected vulnerability for a character associated with light. Who knew vibrations could disrupt light?
Has Kizaru Ever Actually Lost a Fight? Until Egghead, Not Really.
Has Kizaru lost a fight? Before the Egghead arc, he had an undefeated record. He was consistently seen as powerful and competent. Losing wasn’t on his resume until… well, you know what happened next.
Kizaru Crying? Admiral Tears are Real.
Why was Kizaru crying? This reveals more about our aloof Admiral than expected. Kizaru was seen shedding tears after killing Vegapunk and obliterating Egghead. It turns out Admirals do have feelings when ordered to destroy friends and cause harm.
Emotional Rollercoaster: Kizaru’s Internal Conflict.
Kizaru’s emotional state during the Egghead incident was complex. He was clearly
Kizaru feltemotional distress over his actions. A strong sense of internal conflict arose from orders to betray Vegapunk. After Luffy tossed him from Egghead, Kizaru gave up, citing a loss of motivation. The emotional toll got to him.
Defeated by Luffy: The Dawn of a New Era.
The unthinkable happened. Luffy defeated Admiral Kizaru swiftly. Fans were shocked by the speed of it. Lightspeed was not enough against Gear 5 and a protagonist with plot armor more substantial than Kaido’s scales.
Kizaru: Villain, or Just Following Orders? The “Unclear Justice” Dilemma.
Why the Kizaru Hate? He’s Kind of a Jerk.
Why do people hate Kizaru? His “Unclear Justice” means he obeys orders. His moral compass is absent. He’ll kill old friends and kids on command. Through One Piece’s lens, Kizaru shapes up to be a despicable antagonist.
Willing to Kill: Just Following Protocol.
Kizaru is willing to kill anyone, friend or foe, when ordered. Personal malice isn’t his drive. Duty or apathy? It’s not endearing.
“Unclear Justice”: The Motto That Explains Everything.
Kizaru’s motto, “Unclear Justice,” defines him. He follows orders without thought. He toys with enemies and trivializes their suffering. He embodies blind obedience wrapped in a lazy, lightspeed shell.
Enel: Lightning God, or Just Overhyped?
Enel’s Speed: Lightning Fast, But Not *Lightspeed* Fast.
Let’s discuss Enel now. What is Enel’s speed? Lightning is fast, but Enel’s speed isn’t true lightspeed. Return strokes travel at a mere fraction of light’s speed, between 10-50%. Incredibly fast, but not near Kizaru’s speed.
Enel’s Bounty: Could Have Been Sky-High.
Enel’s potential bounty is a fascinating notion. Oda hinted that it could be around 500 million Berries or more. His Logia fruit packs destructive potential, but he lacks Haki and experience against top tiers.
Enel vs. Yonko/Admirals: He’d Get Fried.
Can Enel beat Yonko? Can he beat the Admirals? No. He’s at most Yonko commander level. First commanders can hold their own against Admirals but cannot defeat them. Yonko and Admirals would easily defeat Enel, especially with decent Haki.
Was Enel Actually Strong? Yes, But…
Was Enel actually powerful? Yes, in Skypiea, he was strong. However, Luffy’s rubber body negated his lightning attacks. Enel’s weaknesses surface more against Haki users and experienced fighters.
Observation Haki and Battle IQ: Enel’s Saving Grace.
To be fair, Enel has top-tier Observation Haki and great battle IQ. His ability to read minds and predict attacks makes him formidable. With training in Armament Haki, he could pose a bigger threat.
Speed Freaks and Powerhouses: More One Piece Speed Comparisons.
Luffy: Almost Lightspeed? Pre-Gear 5, Maybe.
Can Luffy go Lightspeed? Is he lightspeed? Before Gear 5, Luffy was very fast but not quite lightspeed. He approached that level, but Gear 5 truly pushed him towards exceeding light speed.
Luffy’s Lightning Immunity: Rubber is OP.
Why is Luffy immune to lightning? His powers from the Gomu Gomu no Mi make him immune. Rubber insulates electricity, protecting him from Enel’s lightning attacks. This is a prime example of Devil Fruit matchup advantage.
Goku: Breaking the Speed Barrier. (Different Anime, We Know).
For fun, let’s compare with Dragon Ball: Can Goku go faster than Light? Absolutely. Goku can travel speeds tens of thousands of times faster than light, even without Instant Transmission. Anime physics rule here.
Brook: Speedy Bones.
Why is Brook so fast? A skilled swordsman with agility from his lightweight skeletal frame makes Brook fast. Being undead means he’s tough to take down too. He’s got that cool musician energy.
Minato and the Speedsters of Naruto.
Who is faster than Minato? In Naruto, while Minato (“The Yellow Flash”) is known for speed, characters like Tobirama Senju, the Fourth Raikage, and Naruto himself (with Kurama’s power) are generally faster.
Garp: Still Alive and Kicking (Mostly).
Quick note: Is Garp dead? Nope! Garp lives, though currently under Blackbeard’s capture. Don’t count out the Hero of the Marines just yet.
Battles and Their Blindingly Fast Conclusions.
Who Defeated Kizaru? Gear 5 Luffy, the Rubber God.
Who defeated Kizaru? It was Luffy with his Gomu Gomu no White Star Gun in Gear 5 during the Egghead Arc. A decisive victory for the future King of the Pirates.
Can Kizaru Beat Luffy? Past Tense, Sadly.
Can Kizaru beat Luffy? In the past, maybe there was a case. After Egghead and Luffy’s Gear 5 power-up, it’s clear he has surpassed Kizaru.
Luffy vs. Kizaru: A Swift End.
Luffy vs Kizaru? Result? Domination by Luffy. It was a surprisingly swift fight, with Luffy taking down an Admiral faster than expected. The age of untouchable Admirals may end soon.
Kizaru vs. Eneru: A Mismatch of Epic Proportions.
Who would win, Kizaru vs Eneru? Kizaru wins easily. He’s faster, more experienced, and possesses Armament Haki—no difficulty for Kizaru.
Who Has Beaten Kizaru? Just Luffy, So Far.
Who has beaten Kizaru? Currently, only Luffy has defeated Kizaru in combat. It’s a short list that highlights how formidable Kizaru has been until now.
Miscellaneous Kizaru Facts: Haki, Betrayal, and Vegapunk’s Plea.
Kizaru: A Haki Master, Actually.
Is Kizaru a Haki user? Yes! Kizaru excels in Haki usage. We saw him utilize Armament Haki during the Marineford arc against the Whitebeard Pirates. His lazy demeanor doesn’t reflect his power.
Kizaru: The Gear 4 Disabler.
Kizaru kicked Luffy out of Gear Four before hitting the barrier with his speed and power. He can disrupt even powerful forms like Gear 4 easily.
Kizaru: Friend Killer. Sad Face.
Kizaru killed his “friend” Vegapunk. This dark turn shocked many fans. Kizaru delivering the final blow shocked all and made Vegapunk’s death tragic.
Vegapunk’s Dying Wish: Let Me Die, Sanji.
A heartbreaking detail: Vegapunk asked Sanji to let him die. Understanding the situation in his last moments, Vegapunk requested Sanji to allow Kizaru to take his life. A somber moment in the Egghead Arc overall.
Kizaru is a lightspeed Admiral with the Pika Pika no Mi abilities. He is an emotionally conflicted friend-killer, now defeated by Gear 5 Luffy. He’s a complex character, wrapped in “Unclear Justice.” He may not be the fastest in anime now but remains one of One Piece’s swiftest and laziest forces.
