His Majesty the King

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Nova; Genji Chōno
Alias(es)	King of Tru; Emperor Tru; His Majesty the King
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Tru Kingdom; later the Tru Empire
Occupation/Role	King of the Tru Kingdom; Emperor of the Tru Empire
First Appearance	Chapter 3

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Spatial abilities	35	Possesses spatial powers, including the ability later identified as Exile.
Spatial movement and overwhelming physical strength	36 37	Is considered the strongest person in the Tru Kingdom; instantly moves beside CP2 agents and overwhelms one with a kick.
Conqueror's Haki	109 162	His Haki pressure dominates those around him; its release later becomes unstable after he consumes two Devil Fruits.
Second Devil Fruit / Sage Body	158 160 162	Consumes a second Devil Fruit, triggering a destructive loss of control and major changes to his body and power.
Spatial Gate	168 177	Establishes a spatial transfer gate capable of transporting tens of thousands of soldiers to Sky Island.
Space Power: Seal	328	Develops a sealing application of his space power.
Space Power: Annihilation	393	Awakens an annihilation-based application of his space power.

Background / History

Nova lived under the rule of the Old King before taking the throne. While the Old King lay bedridden and near death, Nova balanced training, state affairs, and time at his bedside. Even at fourteen, ministers regarded him as mature, steady, and unusually thorough in addressing the Tru Kingdom's chronic problems 3 4.

He became king of the Tru Kingdom and immediately focused on economic recovery. His initial plans included growing flowers and herbs, establishing a perfume factory, and resolving food-supply concerns without rushing into membership in the World Government 6. Under his leadership, the kingdom's infrastructure and industries—including shipbuilding, papermaking, and retail—expanded rapidly 36.

Nova later pursued international cooperation with Alabasta. He treated the proposed partnership as a matter of mutual benefit rather than a personal alliance, explaining its political weight to Princess Vivi and helping negotiate Tru Kingdom investment in Alabasta's factories, infrastructure, and desalination projects 61 180.

As Tru military power expanded, Nova concealed key assets such as Sky Island training facilities and spatial transportation. He recruited Fujitora as an Admiral, elevated Junhe and Abona within the military, and transformed the kingdom into a force capable of alarming the Marines and World Government 191 192 210 212.

The Tru Kingdom later became the Tru Empire, with Nova known as Emperor Tru. He ultimately announced the empire's takeover of the World Government after learning that the Straw Hat crew had reached Laugh Tale 601.

Personality

Nova is a pragmatic ruler who consistently prioritizes national development, security, and the welfare of his people over luxury or personal recognition. He regards economic strength as essential to protecting the Tru Kingdom and refuses to let palace grandeur take precedence over prosperity 6 59.

He is diplomatic and patient in formal settings. During Vivi's impulsive marriage proposal, he calmly explained the political complexity of national alliances rather than humiliating her 61. He also shows notable respect toward capable people, personally hosting Fujitora as his first “esteemed guest” and seeking his advice on military training 186 190.

Despite his relaxed manner, Nova can become ruthless when the Tru Kingdom is threatened. CP2's actions within his palace provoked an immediate violent response, and his Haki pressure is feared even by close allies 37 109.

Abilities & Skills

Space Power

Nova possesses spatial abilities that enable movement, transportation, surveillance, concealment, and destructive techniques.

• Can perform spatial jumps, disappearing and reappearing without being detected by nearby Observation Haki users 73 163.
• Uses Exile as an identified spatial ability 35.
• Established spatial gates connecting the Tru Kingdom and Sky Island, allowing mass troop transfer 168 177.
• Can create spatial images to observe distant locations 244.
• Hid a Space Teleportation Channel within a space barrier to prevent discovery 218.
• Developed the techniques Seal and Annihilation 328 393.

Haki

Nova possesses exceptionally powerful Haki, including Conqueror's Haki.

• His Conqueror's Haki can dominate or terrify powerful individuals without physical contact 109 147.
• Its uncontrolled release became a danger after his second Devil Fruit consumption 162.
• Uses Observation Haki to relay messages across the Royal City and monitor distant events 173 186.
• Advocated early military-wide Haki training, considering it more practical and reliable than Devil Fruit powers 35.

Devil Fruit Physiology

Nova consumed two Devil Fruits, an act that caused a major crisis in the royal palace's back mountains.

• The second consumption resulted in an extended loss of control and widespread destruction 158 160.
• His later state is associated with the Sage Body ability 158.
• The effects left him exhausted but substantially expanded his power 162 163.

Leadership and Statecraft

Nova directs the Tru Kingdom's modernization, military development, and foreign policy.

• Ordered nationwide statistical surveys to guide reform 173.
• Convened ministerial councils to address economic flaws and implement major policy changes 174 175.
• Restored citizens' right to grow grain, provided transition funding, imposed strict anti-piracy laws, and abolished the death penalty 186.
• Personally oversees military development, including Sky Island training and the appointment of high-ranking commanders 177 191 212.

Relationships

• Old King — Nova's predecessor; Nova remained by his bedside while handling training and state affairs before ascending the throne 3.
• Junhe — Royal Guard captain, later Admiral, and one of Nova's most trusted subordinates. Nova repeatedly entrusts him with military training, territorial defense, and major assignments 35 137 483.
• Abona — Powerful swordsman and trusted subordinate. Nova assigns him responsibilities within the Tru Kingdom and relies on him during sensitive situations 163 218.
• Gogoya — Royal secretary who manages Nova's orders, official events, and palace arrangements 174 186.
• Fujitora — Nova's esteemed guest and later a Tru Kingdom Admiral. Nova values his judgment and recruits him to improve the military 186 191 192.
• King Cobra — King of Alabasta and diplomatic partner. Cobra respects Nova's reforms and works with the Tru Kingdom on Alabasta's development 61 180.
• Princess Vivi — Cobra's daughter. Nova patiently explains the responsibilities and mutual interests involved in national alliances after her proposal 61.
• Hancock — Tru Imperial Consort who later discusses the Tru Empire's takeover of the World Government with Nova 570 601.
• Robin — Assigned by Nova to remain with and assist Luffy on his path to becoming Pirate King 601.
• Whitebeard — A legendary pirate whom Nova meets with respect; Nova offers him a mysterious blue potion despite their tense surroundings 250.

Story Role / Major Arcs

Rise of the Tru Kingdom

Nova succeeds the Old King and begins reforming an impoverished Tru Kingdom through agricultural, industrial, and infrastructure policies 3 6 36.

Alabasta Partnership

He visits Alabasta to pursue commercial cooperation, meets Cobra and Vivi, and establishes large-scale Tru Kingdom investment in the country 51 61 180.

Sky Island Militarization

Nova creates a hidden Sky Island base, sends tens of thousands of troops through spatial gates, and develops large-scale Haki training programs 177 189 190.

Formation of the Tru Kingdom Marines

He recruits Fujitora, promotes Junhe and Abona, and publicly reveals the Tru Kingdom's formidable military strength 191 192 210 212.

Expansion into the Tru Empire

Nova offers neighboring countries incorporation into the Tru Empire, causing political upheaval beyond his borders 216. He later becomes known internationally as Emperor Tru 250 318.

World Government Takeover

After the Straw Hat crew reaches Laugh Tale, Nova announces that the Tru Empire will take over the World Government 601.

Trivia

• Nova's first public speech caused a major sensation among citizens, foreign reporters, and observers from the Grand Line 30.
• He does not require the protection of the entire National Guard in the South Blue because his own strength surpasses that of his protectors 36.
• Although his subjects often view him as a near-mythic figure, Nova himself admits that his combat experience remains lacking despite his immense power 159 162.