I present to you a very real and thoroughly researched theory that will shake the foundation of One Piece and its lore: I have figured out the true identity of Imu.

No, I don’t mean that he is the secret centuries-old ruler of the world. Nor am I talking about his recent face reveal. Rather, I am certain that Imu is actually the reincarnation of Jack Dawson (as played by Leonardo DiCaprio) from the film Titanic.

Evidence 1

Imu is king of the world in One Piece. Jack famously says the aspirational phrase, “I’m king of the world!” He has found a way to fulfill his desire in his new life.

Evidence 2

Imu has some kind of negative relationship with his ocean-covered world and is antagonistic towards its nautical culture and the pirates who inhabit it. Jack died after having to escape the Titanic, and I believe this grudge against water and boats has carried on.

Evidence 3

Imu also has a grudge against the giants in One Piece. In other words, he is the antagonistic towards a titanic race of people.

Evidence 4

Imu has some kind of connection with a woman from his past: Nefeltari D. Lily. James fell in love with Rose Dewitt Bukater. Both women have flowers in their names (Lily, Rose). Imu is also obsessed with the clan of D, and Rose was a D(ewitt).

Evidence 5

The first chapter of One Piece is titled “Romance Dawn.” James’s last name is DAWsoN.

Looking Ahead

I am absolutely confident that as the story further unfolds, more proof for my theory will surface in the pages of One Piece. 

(In all seriousness, I plan to write a real post about Imu, but that’ll have to be for another time.)