Law is not only an ally of Monkey D. Luffy, but also a key character in the plot of One Piece as it unfolds. The captain of the Heart Pirates has faced many challenges and near failures throughout the series.
However, his recent defeat at the hands of Marshall D. Teach (Blackbeard) seems like a major setback. But the question remains: Is Trafalgar Law still relevant to the future of the story?
Law's Ope Ope no Mi Devil Fruit
Law is one of the supernovas on the Grand Line, possessing one of the most powerful devil fruits in One Piece. Ope Ope no Mi allows him to manipulate the space around him and has incredible abilities, such as precision surgery and wound healing. He also has extensive medical knowledge.
During the battle at Marineford, Law saved Luffy when the protagonist suffered a life-threatening injury. In the final battle, Law's incredible medical expertise will likely still be a major factor in making him important in future arcs.
Furthermore, one of the most intriguing aspects of Law's devil fruit is its rumored ability to grant immortality to another person. This power can be central to maintaining control, especially with characters like Imu and the Five Elders.
While Imu's identity and powers remain a mystery, we know Imu comes from ancient times and is most likely immortal. Therefore, it's likely that things will go awry in the final battle, and Law's devil fruit may be the only thing to turn the tide.
Even Donquixote Doflamingo sought out the Ope Ope no Mi for its ultimate power. If used by a wise person, Ope Ope no Mi can fulfill the dream that humanity has cherished since time immemorial. That's why many people call it the ultimate devil fruit.
As Donquixote Doflamingo once revealed, there is a National Treasure located somewhere in Mariejois that only the Government and Nobility know about. This treasure is so important that if information about it is revealed, everything will fall into chaos. He also believes that if this treasure is combined with the Ope Ope no Mi devil fruit, it will be enough to create a power to conquer the whole world.
Law's role in the final story
After Law left Wano Country, Blackbeard defeated him, but he survived, which means his connection to the story is still assured, especially as the story is approaching to the end. Blackbeard is known for his ambition to accumulate the strongest devil fruits, and will likely continue to hunt Law down to get his devil fruit.
Additionally, the World Government's desire to maintain control forever will continue to make Law an important character in the final saga with his devil fruit.
Another factor that ensures Law's continued importance is his mysterious connection to the D family. As the bearer of D's will, Law is part of a select group of individuals whose roles are unknown, but important in the future of the series. The devil fruit that Law possesses is probably the result of the letter D in his name.
An undercover officer, Corazon even sacrificed his life to obtain the Ope Ope no Mi for Law, because he knew that Law had a huge role in the Grand Line. The person with the letter D in their name is the true enemy of the World Government, and the story surrounding this family is one of One Piece's many mysteries.
Law's defeat by Blackbeard does not erase his intelligence or resourcefulness. Law was still able to offer important insights and strategies in the final war.