Parallel to the drama in the treasure repository, the episode provides critical lore regarding Momonosuke and his artificial Devil Fruit. Through a CP0 agent’s explanation, viewers learn that Momonosuke’s fruit was an experiment by Dr. Vegapunk, created using Kaidou’s own "Lineage Factor".
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However, the narrative quickly shifts to a darker tone as it is revealed that this "Oden" is merely an impostor—a cruel creation by the traitor Kanjuro. This development highlights the deep psychological warfare at play in the Onigashima raid. Kanjuro, as a "chaotic evil" force, uses the samurai’s deepest desires against them, forcing them to confront the painful reality that their master is truly gone and they must carry the burden of his will alone. The Artificial Dragon: Momonosuke’s Burden Parallel to the drama in the treasure repository,