One Piece is riddled with wacky and imaginative Devil Fruits, each bearing its own power and limitations, which the user must learn to master. Some let you shoot fire, shapeshift into animals, and transform your body into elements. But they are not all about strength or destruction. The Kibi Kibi no Mi may perhaps be considered one of the odder fruits of the story and is a unique one in the Wano arc.
It may seem minor at first, but it comes in handy when implemented correctly. The wielder of the Kibi Kibi no Mi is a small girl called Tama. Viewers are introduced to this fruit in Wano, one of the more recently introduced arcs in One Piece. Wano is a country under the cruel rule of Kaido and Orochi. Life there is hard, and people suffer every day. Tama dreams of a better world, and she gets her chance to help change it thanks to her Devil Fruit ability.
Despite her youth and lack of strength, she is a vital component of the fight to free Wano. Tama’s Kibi Kibi no Mi ability in One Piece creates kibi dangos, which are tiny dumplings that she pulls out of her cheeks. When animals or part-animals eat them, they instantly become loyal to Tama and follow her commands. But a month later, they return to whatever their previous normal selves were.

At first, she mostly applies this power to regular animals, which helps her stay alive out in the wild. But later, she uses it in much bigger ways. Tama’s power works best on animals and people with animal traits. That’s why, in One Piece, her ability is so effective during the Wano War. Many of Kaido’s soldiers (Gifters) have eaten artificial Devil Fruits called SMILE fruits.
These fruits give them animal features and abilities, like horse legs, wings, or paws. Because of this, they count as targets for Tama’s dumplings. She feeds many of them her kibi dango, turning them into allies of the Straw Hats and the samurai fighting against Kaido.
The way Tama uses her power in One Piece is more about heart and bravery than brute force. She sneaks around a dangerous battlefield, giving out dumplings to her enemies. This act of courage helps change the balance of power. With her, the Ninja-Pirate-Mink-Samurai alliance grows ever stronger, and Kaido’s army begins to turn on itself. It’s one of the most ingenious ways a Devil Fruit has been used in the series.

The special thing about the Kibi Kibi no Mi isn’t so much the power it grants as how it’s used. There’s no shortage of strong and flashy powers among One Piece’s vast cast. But Tama shows that being intelligent, kind, and courageous can be equally powerful.
She doesn’t head into the fistfights, but she definitely plays a significant role in the war. She’s just really good at winning over people with her likable personality (like Luffy and Usopp) and her Devil Fruit abilities (enemies) in a world of strong fighters.
Tama and her Devil Fruit in One Piece
Tama first uses her ability to turn Speed, a Gifter who got the horse ability from a SMILE fruit. She then moves on to Gazelleman and Daifugo. They work hard to protect her and fulfill all her wishes. And when they raid Onigashima, Tama and her newly found partners arrive with a lot of kibi dangos. They distribute the kibi dangos and shift the balance of the war in their favor.

Tama also shows how important supporting characters can be in One Piece. She isn’t a main fighter, but she’s just as important to the mission. Her fruit doesn’t destroy cities or shake the earth, but it saves lives and brings people together. That’s what makes her different, and in some ways, more impressive than others.
The Kibi Kibi no Mi isn’t exactly a top-tier power as far as combat capabilities go, but it demonstrates how well thought-out the world of One Piece is. Every little Devil Fruit counts in the end. And when used properly, it changes everything. There’s a sweet reminder in Tama’s quest that even the little guy can stand up and make the world a little better.
Conclusion
Ultimately, One Piece’s Kibi Kibi no Mi is notable for what it accomplished rather than for its strength. It gave rise to trust, hope, and the ability to unite people. It’s a perfect fit for Tama and a perfect example of the creativity that makes One Piece so special. Sometimes, Haki is not the only thing that can win a fight; dangos can win the war.