Eiichiro Oda once again managed to deceive fans after dropping the shocking truth about Luffy’s mother in One Piece 1085. The latest chapter reveals that Rayleigh’s sister-in-law is actually Luffy’s mother. In this article, we will delve deeper into the discussion about Luffy’s mother, her connection to Hanuman, and the Anjana curse that might have played a role in her fate.
As we know, Oda got his inspiration for Luffy’s character from the Indian mythological figure Hanumanji, the Monkey God. Hanuman has the ability to stretch his body and is immune to electricity, which is also similar to Luffy’s power. Oda even confirmed this theory indirectly through Road To Laugh Tale Volume 4.
Digging deeper into Hanumanji’s story, we learn that he had a mother named Anjana. She comes from the Monkey Clan and is often referred to as a Celestial Apsara. Anjana’s fate, which was cursed to death, might have a connection to Luffy’s mother. Talking about curses, we can’t help but bring up the missing and death of the Amazon Lily Queen because of love’s curse. The curse that killed Anjana could be similar to the Love’s Curse that killed the Amazon Lily Queen. It is no coincidence that Luffy’s mother, who married Monkey D Dragon, is also from the Monkey Clan.
In episode 512, Buggy joked about Rayleigh being Luffy’s uncle. Although it may sound like a joke, Buggy’s comment is actually a hint dropped by Oda. In Vivre Card 509, it is revealed that Rayleigh’s wife’s name is Shakky, who is a former Amazon Lily Queen. It is believed that the Amazon Lily Queen missing after Shakky is her sister. Therefore, Rayleigh, who married Shakky, is Luffy’s uncle, as Shakky’s sister is Luffy’s mother and Dragon’s wife.
It is fascinating to wait for Oda to unveil the complete family lineage of Luffy in One Piece 1085. The connection between Hanuman, the Monkey Clan, the Anjana Curse, Shakky, Rayleigh, and Luffy’s mother might not be a coincidence, and it is exciting to see how Oda will tie the loose ends together into a satisfying conclusion.
