One Piece has shown time and again that any aspect of fiction can be incorporated into its plot. From Giants to Dwarves, Mermaids to Ninjas, the series basically has everything. It also has a couple of prophecies that will have significance in the Final Saga. In the “Fishman Island” arc, a shocking prophecy reveals Luffy will be responsible for the destruction of Fish-Man Island; Madam Shyarly foresees him standing between the flames with an intense look on his face. Although no one is aware of when this will happen, Luffy’s appearance in the prophecy suggests it likely won’t be too far in the future.
Madam Shyarly’s prophecies have always come true without fail — even the time she foresaw Whitebeard’s death. However, once Luffy’s battle with Hordy Jones was over, she realized Luffy was not a terrible person and broke the crystal ball that allowed her to see visions. The people of Fish-Man Island respect Madam Shyarly for her abilities. Considering their unique circumstances and Luffy’s personality, there may be a deeper and more positive meaning behind the prophecy of their island being destroyed.
The Biggest Wish for the People of Fish-Man Island
The people of Fish-Man Island long to live under the true sun that shines over One Piece‘s world. The sunlight they get deep within the ocean surface is not actually real; it comes from the roots of the Sunlight Tree Eve, which absorbs sunlight on the surface and sends it down to Fish-Man Island via the tree’s roots.
However, the Fishmen have been living underwater because of human prejudice. Even beneath the ocean, they often face danger unless they are associated with powerful pirates like Whitebeard or Big Mom. The late queen Otohime did everything she could to improve the relationship between Fishmen and Humans, and came very close to achieving her dream of harmony. Sadly, her tragic death and Hordy Jones’ schemes wasted all her efforts.
Why Luffy Destroying Fish-Man Island Seems Plausible
Considering Luffy’s personality in One Piece, the idea of him bringing destruction to an island — especially his own territory — seems unthinkable. Now that he’s become a Yonko and has Jinbe, the most powerful and respected Fishman in his crew, Luffy is a highly important ally to Fish-Man Island. Therefore, Madam Shyarly’s prophecy only makes sense if Luffy will somehow be forced to destroy the island because of his enemies.
Once the island is gone, the Fishmen will be able to live freely on the surface world and realize their longtime dream. The prejudice against them is already not as bad as it was in the past, and will hopefully continue to improve. Therefore, it isn’t far-fetched to believe that, once he has accomplished all his goals, Luffy will create a safe haven for the Fishmen under the real sun.
