One Piece's Kaido why he's still one of the strongest characters here's why

Time of India

22-05-2025

One Piece's Kaido still one of the strongest characters Credit- Fandom
In the vast universe of One Piece, where any and every powerful warrior can be the fiercest of them all, one name loomed largest—Kaido. In addition to being known as the 'Strongest Creature in the World,' Kaido's character is more than just muscle and mayhem.
He's one of the most prominent forces to invade and whose strength rocked the entire One Piece universe. Fans are still in a constant debate about how Kaido is probably the most powerful pirate we've ever encountered.
For anyone who doesn't know, One Piece is a 20+ year old anime and manga phenomenon about pirates looking for the greatest treasure in the world. Among them are the Yonko—'Emperors of the Sea'—the toughest, most badass pirate lords to sail under the skull and crossbones.
Kaido was one of those people. No one has even come close to the legacy and power that Kaido has left behind.
Here's a look at why Kaido is still one of the most powerful One Piece characters of all time and why fans in both the US and UK just can't get enough of him.
Kaido's insane strength makes him a legend
Often nicknamed the 'World's Strongest Creature,' Kaido's abilities are something we've never seen in the series.
He made his debut in One Piece Chapter 795 (August 3, 2015) and quickly basked in the spotlight by surviving a deadly, sky-high drop with no damage done.
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Undo
His strength doesn't stop at just being durable.
Kaido's Power Highlights:
Mythical Zoan-type Devil Fruit: Kaido consumed the Uo Uo no Mi, Model: Seiryu—a dragon fruit that allows him to turn into a huge Eastern-style dragon. Arguably one of the strongest and most elusive fruits in the series, it's one of the rarest.
High-Level Haki Mastery: Haki is an incredibly important power system in One Piece that allows users to tap into and control their spirit energy. Kaido had perfected all three advanced forms, with the destructive Conqueror's Haki being the most lethal.
Unprecedented Stamina Kaido, who had defeated the Red Scabbards, the other Worst Generation pirates, and Luffy several times before being defeated himself—with the caveat that he was, you know, physically holding the entire floating island in the sky during most of those bouts.
Defeated Luffy (Twice) Kaido went on to beat Luffy three different times, even withstanding the inaugural round of Gear 5, Luffy's last and most powerful metamorphosis.
Luffy beat Kaido—But only after a long, brutal fight
Luffy's last victory in the Wano arc created a historical precedent. Most viewers still feel Kaido lost solely because he was already worn out after battling 24/7 for several hours straight.
Despite Luffy's most potent transformation, Gear 5 — a form so powerful it allows Luffy to warp reality itself — Kaido fought on. He survived longer than Luffy in their initial encounter in this form, even pushing him out of Gear 5.
Fan Theories:
Many supporters in US and UK anime communities feel as though Kaido could have come out on top had he begun at full strength. His stamina, strength, and mastery of Haki eclipsed all but a select few—perhaps the great pirate icons of yore.
How Kaido compares to Whitebeard, Roger, and other One Piece legends
Once we place Kaido alongside other OD level characters like Gol D. Roger, Whitebeard, and Rocks D. Xebec, the power gap becomes especially intriguing.
Roger & Whitebeard: These two legends are seen as the most powerful ever—but we never saw them fight in their prime. Even Kaido himself held their power in awe.
Oden, as quoted in The New York Times. Oden dealt Kaido one of his most significant wounds, albeit a much younger Kaido at that time. Kaido wins the fandom rematch Perhaps most perplexing to One Piece fans on a narrative level is what transpired between the recently reformed Yonko Kaido and the Straw Hat captain Luffy during the own series' battle royale.
Rocks D. Xebec Rocks who had once commanded Kaido, Big Mom and Whitebeard. It required the combined forces of Roger and Garp to bring him down. If Rocks was indeed more powerful than Kaido, then it raises questions about just how powerful the former Yonko was.
Kaido is still the only Yonko we've seen taking on wave after wave of strong enemies—in a one-on-one—and still standing.
Why Kaido remains a popular villain in the west
Kaido's refreshing lack of tact, blunt approach to absolutism, and sheer desire to throw hands at everyone around him set him apart from other baddies. Unlike any of his compatriots, Kaido wanted the strongest to rule all above else, telling his capture
'Only Haki can transcend all.'
This created a double-edged sword that set him apart even among the Yonko. Kaido's backstory, legacy and raw badassery paint him as the ideal choice for UK and US fans who tend to vote for the cool, powerful, almost invincible bad guys.
Kaido's legacy is a long ways from over
One Piece fans continue to argue if Kaido even lost at full strength. Although he can be lethal even without his dragon form, which is a huge advantage in battle, with unrivaled endurance, skill in Haki, and the power of a Mythical Zoan fruit, Kaido remains one of the most dangerous War Lords in all of One Piece.
As One Piece sails into its final arc, don't be shocked if Kaido's name—and certainly his legacy—pops up once more.
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