Given the series' pattern of former antagonists becoming allies, this could be laying the groundwork for Loki to eventually join forces with Luffy in the future. The tallest known normal giant ...

He even revealed that he left them in Kaido’s care because he had faith in Kaido, and the two had formed an alliance. Not only that, but even his habit of collecting ancient Zoan Devil Fruits was ...

Shanks is portrayed as stronger than Kaido, showing impressive strength against other top pirates. Luffy has yet to accomplish what Shanks did, specifically in defeating powerful enemies like Loki.