In the intricate tapestry of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece, the recent chapter 1098 has left fans grappling with a tantalizing mystery. The chapter unveils that Jewelry Bonney, a pivotal character, has contracted the same Sapphire Scale disease that led to Ginny’s demise. This revelation raises a pressing question: How has Bonney survived beyond her predicted lifespan of 10 years, now being 11?
The Sapphire Scale Disease: A One Piece Enigma
The Sapphire Scale disease, first introduced in chapter 1098, is a fatal condition marked by the emergence of sapphire-like formations on the skin. The illness proliferates through exposure to sunlight, and to date, no cure has been found. While sunlight avoidance can decelerate the disease’s progression, the outcome remains grim: inevitable death.
Intriguingly, the narrative thread involving Ginny hints that the disease could be sexually transmitted. This theory gains traction considering Bonney’s affliction, as she might have been infected in utero. However, the disease’s ties to the Celestial Dragons or Saturn of the Gorosei remain shrouded in mystery.
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Theories Abound: Toshi Toshi No Mi Fruit and Cloning
The One Piece community is rife with theories on Bonney’s survival. A prevalent belief is that her Toshi Toshi No Mi Fruit is the key to her endurance. However, an equally compelling hypothesis posits that the Jewelry Bonney we see may not be the original but a clone.
Cloning: A Plausible Explanation?
The cloning theory, while seemingly far-fetched, could elucidate the disappearance of Sapphire Scales under Bonney’s eyes and her extended lifespan. Bonney’s history with Egghead Island and her father, Kuma, plays into this narrative. Kuma’s quest for a cure might have led him to Egghead Island, where Dr. Vegapunk’s cloning research and the Nikyu Nikyu No Mi’s potential in transferring consciousness could have been pivotal.
Kuma’s memory bubble, which separates memories from the human body, might have been a crucial element in preserving Bonney’s mind from her body’s inevitable fate. This theory gains substance from Bonney’s reaction to Kuma’s memories in chapter 1072, suggesting she might have uncovered the truth about herself.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next in One Piece?
As fans eagerly anticipate chapter 1099, theories continue to swirl around Jewelry Bonney’s fate and the implications of the Sapphire Scale disease. The manga’s brief hiatus, due to Oda’s health issues, has only fueled speculation and anticipation. One thing remains certain: the unfolding saga of Jewelry Bonney will continue to captivate and intrigue One Piece aficionados worldwide.
