The Kuja Pirates are currently stealing the spotlight in One Piece, especially with the intriguing developments surrounding Loki’s flashback. Longtime readers know the pattern: with every new female character, speculation about her possibly being Luffy’s mother arises — just like the case with Ginny during the Egghead arc. Among the contenders, Tritoma emerges as a prominent candidate for Luffy’s mother, and it’s time to explore why fans are rallying behind this theory.
Spoilers Warning:
This article contains spoilers about the empresses of Amazon Lily. Make sure to catch up to chapter 1156 before reading further to avoid spoilers.
Who Is Tritoma in One Piece?
Tritoma was first introduced in an SBS segment from Volume 109 and made her official debut in One Piece chapter 1156. Once an apprentice of the Kuja Pirates during Gloriosa’s reign, she played a key role by bringing in a wave of fan letters for her captain. Notably, Tritoma later became the Pirate Empress of Amazon Lily, succeeding Shakky and eventually being followed by Boa Hancock.
She is significant in the lore too, having forgiven Gloriosa and allowing her to return to her homeland. Sadly, Tritoma passed away from Love Sickness 13 years before the current storyline unfolds.
So, Is Tritoma Luffy’s Mother in One Piece?
When examining the history of Amazon Lily’s empresses, there’s a recurring theme: each queen seems to fall for a significant character. Gloriosa adored Roger, Shakky was enchanted by Rayleigh, and Boa Hancock is deeply in love with Luffy. This pattern prompts the question—who captured Tritoma’s heart?
Could it be Monkey D. Dragon, Garp’s son and famed “World’s Worst Criminal”? The timeline does align, supporting the notion that Tritoma may have had a romance with him. Known for her kindness, Tritoma likely inspired love, and Dragon’s rebellious nature could easily have won her heart. If their bond is factual, it’s plausible that Tritoma left Amazon Lily to be with Dragon, resulting in Luffy’s birth.
In the complexities of their lives, it’s likely that Dragon, preoccupied with his fight for justice, could not fulfill fatherly duties. Meanwhile, Tritoma would face immense pressure from Amazon Lily’s traditions that dictate strict rules against men. Dragon may have secretly known that revealing Luffy’s parentage could place both him and Luffy in jeopardy.
A child is their parent’s weak spot – Monkey D. Dragon
As their separate lives unfolded, it’s conceivable that Luffy was left with his grandfather Garp for safety and love. Luffy remained unaware of his father’s identity until Garp revealed it in the post-Ennies Lobby arc, and perhaps the same obscurity applies to his mother.
Interestingly, as Kuma’s backstory was revealed during the Egghead arc, fans noted that he traversed nearly every location visited by the Straw Hats, excluding Amazon Lily, in search of a cure for his daughter. This adds another layer, suggesting deeper connections tying back to Luffy’s origins. Could Amazon Lily be where he was born?
Moreover, the chapter number 1156 is particularly telling. In Japanese, 5 and 6 translate to “Go and Mu,” closely linked to Luffy. This could be another cleverly disguised clue from the author.
Nonetheless, there are contradictions in the Tritoma theory. For instance, if she was indeed involved with Dragon, why did she succumb to Love Sickness? Additionally, the Kuja tribe is known for having female offspring. Fans are brainstorming answers to these inconsistencies, exploring various theories across platforms including this Tritoma theory shared on X.
Author Eiichiro Oda About Luffy’s Mother
Mistranslations and rumors abound concerning Eiichiro Oda’s remarks on Luffy’s mother. However, one verified statement surfaced in SBS volume 78, where a reader asked about the prevalence of deceased and unknown mothers in One Piece. Oda’s response was revealing:
I see. Well. The answer is simple. That’s because “mother” is the antonym for “adventure.”
This quote suggests that Oda associates mothers with stability, in contrast to the adventurous life many characters lead. It raises the possibility that we may never meet Luffy’s mother. Yet that hasn’t stopped fans from theorizing about other possibilities, such as Imu or Crocodile being Luffy’s mother. Dadan, a beloved character, has also taken on the role of a mother figure for Luffy, Ace, and Sabo.
With the recent revelations, Tritoma could indeed be a prime candidate for Luffy’s mother. What are your thoughts? Is this pirate empress deserving of the title? Share your views in the comments!