Resolution Criteria

This market will resolve to "Yes" if, by December 31, 2026, official material from the "One Piece" manga or anime explicitly confirms that Dracule Mihawk is related to Imu. The confirmation must come from the series' creator, Eiichiro Oda, or be presented within the canonical storyline. If no such confirmation is provided by the specified date, the market will resolve to "No."

Background

In the "One Piece" universe, Dracule Mihawk is renowned as the world's greatest swordsman, while Imu is the enigmatic supreme ruler of the World Government. Both characters are notable for their distinctive eyes featuring concentric rings. This shared ocular feature has led to fan theories suggesting a possible familial or ancestral connection between Mihawk and Imu. However, as of June 2024, no official material has confirmed any such relationship.

Considerations

• Shared Eye Design: The concentric ring pattern in the eyes of Mihawk and Imu has sparked speculation about a common lineage or race. Some theories propose that this eye design indicates a connection to an ancient and powerful bloodline.

• Theoretical Connections: Various fan theories have emerged, suggesting that Mihawk could be a descendant of Imu or related to the Nerona family, based on similarities in eye design and other subtle hints.

• Lack of Canonical Evidence: Despite the theories, there is currently no canonical evidence in the manga or anime confirming any familial relationship between Mihawk and Imu. All existing connections are speculative and not supported by official sources.