The bounty of Akainu set by Cross Guild has reached an astonishing amount in One Piece: 5 billion Berry. This information has been confirmed by the creator Eiichiro Oda in his responses.
This means Akainu has a higher bounty than the currently active Warlords. In the entire world of pirates, the only characters with bounties surpassing 5 billion Berry are the legendary figures: Whitebeard and Gol D. Roger.
So, why does Akainu’s bounty rise to 5 billion Berry? Below are some key points that may help answer this question:
1. Akainu is the Admiral of the Marines with a bounty higher than others in One Piece
The ordinary Warlords are valued at around 3 billion Berry, equivalent to 3 letters of the bounty. Akainu’s position as Admiral places him at a higher bounty level than other Warlords.
2. Magu Magu no Mi is one of the most destructive Devil Fruits in existence
In One Piece, typically, any serious injuries can be healed after battles. However, the power of Magu Magu no Mi can leave lasting marks on the human body. Just examine the scars of Luffy or, even more, Kuzan’s scars.
Magu Magu no Mi can also cause massive destruction to ships and the environment. Even the formidable pirate Whitebeard can be affected by lava flows in the manga. Considering offensive power, Akainu’s Devil Fruit is among the most potent abilities currently known.
3. There are many signs that indicate Akainu is the strongest soldier in the current Marine forces of One Piece.
In a pirate crew, the captain usually holds the highest bounty. This is because the captain is often the strongest member of the crew.
It is clear that the Marines and pirate crews are different. However, after showcasing the formidable power of the Magu Magu no Mi, Sakazuki is positioned as the strongest Marine soldier currently. Therefore, he rightfully earns a higher bounty than other commanders.
4. His defensive strength is beyond doubt
It is noteworthy that Akainu’s brutality at Marineford is not only about the Warlords but also towards the Marines who were not aligned with him. He even ruthlessly pursued Koby. As a result, those who dared to face Akainu had a very slim chance of survival.
Currently, Akainu seems to have tempered his brutal actions after the timeskip, as we see him more frequently in the Marine headquarters. However, until there is evidence showing that Akainu has softened, his lethal prowess over the years must be considered.
5. Cross Guild wants Akainu eliminated
Crocodile is keen to eliminate Akainu. Cross Guild set the highest bounty to ensure that at the very least, there’s no Marine Warlord or any other power that can rival Akainu.
If Akainu is eliminated, Cross Guild could possibly replace him with another figure rather than facing Akainu directly. Sengoku has stated, should the need arise to eliminate him again, Mihawk could confront Fujitora, and Crocodile’s strength is a suitable counter to Ryokugyu’s formidable power.
