While he is still in Gear 2, Luffy activates Gear 3 and moves the air to his torso. With the combination of Gear 2' s high speed and Gear 3's air within his bones, Luffy launches his air …

Jan 14, 2025 · Gear Third, or "Gear 3," is another of Luffy’s augmentations that enhances his combat capabilities. Introduced shortly after Gear Second, it allows Luffy to inflate parts of his …

Sep 26, 2024 · Introduced during his fight with Rob Lucci in the Enies Lobby arc, Gear 3 offers Luffy many new abilities, like Gigant Pistol and Elephant Gun, that demonstrate his ability to …

Although Luffy used it earlier to break the underground giant gate, Gear 3 made its first visual appearance in chapter 421 of the One Piece manga, titled ”Gear 3.”

Apr 30, 2024 · In Gear 3, Luffy inflates his bones, making them much larger than usual. This process allows him to increase his size and strength dramatically. He usually focuses this …

Jul 9, 2025 · Recognizing the need for overwhelming power, Luffy made the daring decision to utilize Gear Third, temporarily transforming his hand into a gigantic, destructive force.

Oct 18, 2024 · To activate Gear Third, Luffy bites into his thumb to create an opening and then blows air into his bones. This action causes his limbs to inflate dramatically, increasing their …

Dec 2, 2024 · The primary method of activating Gear 3 involves Luffy blowing air into his limbs, which then expand to increase his physical capabilities. There are several variations of Gear 3 …

These references show how Luffy has adapted and developed his Gear 3 techniques through different arcs and challenges, each reflecting a stage in his growth as a fighter.

Apr 29, 2025 · At its core, Gear Third, also known as Bone Balloon, is a technique that utilizes Luffy’s Devil Fruit powers to inflate his bones to an enormous size. Luffy bites into his thumb, …