Is Zoro really more powerful than King?

The Wano Country Arc is one of the best arcs in One Piece where the Straw Hat Pirates alliance faces off against its Beast Pirates.

Each character surpasses themselves to become stronger and defeat the Beast Pirates. Our discussion today revolves around two major players: and . Here's our take on Zoro vs King and if Zoro is truly more powerful than King.

Zoro is the swordsman and arguably the second strongest member of the Straw Hat Pirates, while King is Kaido's right-hand man. In a battle between two loyal followers, each vowing to never lose for their captain, let's see who keeps their promise.

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Zoro vs. King: full fight

The Zoro vs King battle is long and ends in chapter 1036.

After facing swords for a while, Zoro comes to understand that when the flames on King's back die down, he becomes faster but his defense drops significantly. Taking advantage of this, Zoro manages to cut off his mask.

It is then that it is revealed that King is a Lunar, with greater power and durability. In a fierce confrontation that injures them both considerably, they use their ultimate techniques against each other.

King's very large Imperial Flame Wings clash against Zoro's King of Hell: Three Sword Serpent, 103 Mercies Dragon Damnation, and Zoro finally delivers the killing blow to King, emerging victorious in Zoro vs. King.

Comparison

1) Based on Haki

Both Zoro and King are proficient Haki users, having mastered Busoshoku and Kenbunshoku Haki. Their Busoshoku strength seems to be evenly matched as they can resist each other's Haki-infused sword attacks. But the one thing Zoro has that King doesn't is Haoshoku Haki.

During the Onigashima Raid arc, Zoro demonstrates his innate Haoshoku Haki in canon for the first time.

This makes him one of the few characters in One Piece capable of performing all three types of Haki. And so, in this Zoro vs. King round, Zoro is the clear winner.

2) Based on Speed

Speed has never been Zoro's strong suit, rather it's his X-factor. This is not to say that Zoro is slow in his attacks. In fact, just the opposite.

Zoro is faster than average and his attacks are dynamic and powerful enough to dominate his opponents. However, King has the upper hand here.

Thanks to King's, he can transform into a pteranodon. In this state, he can fly quite fast.

Even in his normal state, King is quite fast and can travel a great distance at a time. When the flame on his back goes out, King becomes even faster, moving faster than normal human eyes can comprehend.

3) Based on Strength

When it comes to strength, Zoro and King possess a lot of it. Zoro is one of the physically strongest members of the Straw Hats, while King, as a Lunar, possesses great muscular strength and durability.

They've both demonstrated superhuman strengths on multiple occasions, but this time we'll have to give this point to King.

Even though we think the difference in physical strength between Zoro and King isn't too great, there's no denying that King's larger stature and his race give him an advantage over Zoro.

Additionally, King effortlessly resisted Sanji's famous kick, clad in a raid suit, with his own leg, which is proof enough of King's superior strength.

4) Based on Sword Ability

It's an easy question. When measuring swordsmanship, there are few characters in One Piece that stand a chance against the current Zoro.

No matter the size of the opponent or the particularity of his sword, Zoro will prove superior no matter what. The same thing also happens in Zoro vs King.

Wielding Wado Ichimonji, Sandai Kitetsu, and Enma, Zoro reaches his peak by infusing his three swords with his Haoshoku Haki.

Enma is an aggressively demanding sword that takes too much Busoshoku Haki from its wielder and is therefore difficult to master. Zoro not only tames him but manages to convert his swords into black blades with his Haki.

5) Based on Devil Fruit

Of our two competitors, only one has the powers of the Devil Fruit. It's well known that Zoro hasn't eaten any Devil Fruits.

King, meanwhile, possesses the power of the ancient fruit of Zoan: Ryu Ryu no Mi, model: Pteranodon. This gives him the ability to partially and completely transform into a pteranodon.

In his hybrid form, the flames on King's back increase and he becomes much faster. The Pteranodon's beast form grants it incredible speed and increases its durability.

The pteranodon's wings are also very thick and pointed, which acts as both a shield and an offensive weapon. Needless to say, this round of Zoro vs. King belongs entirely to King.

6) Based on Overall Abilities

If you look at Zoro vs King objectively, based on each group's overall abilities, we can see how Zoro manages to defeat King for good.

Truth be told, the power difference between the two isn't too big. In fact, Zoro goes well beyond his limits and is on the verge of death after his fight against King.

However, the power of his swordsmanship overshadows any advantages King has over him, including strength, speed, durability, and Devil Fruit power.

With his superior Haki, formidable three-sword style, and keen combat intelligence, Zoro deserves his position as the victor of Zoro vs. King.

Is Zoro really more powerful than King in One Piece?

When the Wano Country Arc begins, there is no doubt that King is stronger than Zoro , and even the rest of the Straw Hats, with the possible exception.

He is Kaido's right-hand man, a sea emperor, and this rates him at least as strong or stronger than .

However, as the arc progresses and the Straw Hats and their allies train, the power gap begins to narrow. In the final fights on Onigashima, the trio of monsters becomes decidedly stronger than their opponents: Queen for Sanji, King for Zoro (after perfecting Enma (one of the great swords), and finally Kaido for Luffy.

Despite all of King's strength and the advantages offered by his race and his Devil Fruit, Zoro proves to be truly more powerful than King in One Piece.

Conclusion

From our previous discussion, we can confidently conclude that by the end of the Onigashima Raid arc and the final battle, Zoro indeed becomes stronger than King. Zoro proves his worth by emerging victorious in the Zoro vs. King fight.

This feat is surely very important to Zoro because it shows how close he is to achieving his dream of becoming the strongest swordsman in the world. Stay tuned to us just like you stay tuned to Zoro for some.

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Is Zoro really more powerful than King?

Zoro vs. King: Is Zoro really more powerful than King?