Golden Apple (Mysterious Artifact)
Type: Unknown Item | Status: Stolen Current Owner: Luna First Appearance: Session 1
Quick Reference
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Golden-colored fruit with faint swirl patterns |
| Origin | Kalpa Village fruit vendor |
| Claimed Value | 30,000,000 berries |
| Devil Fruit? | Unknown (possibly fake) |
| Stolen By | Luna (Sleight of Hand 23) |
Overview
The Golden Apple is a mysterious golden-colored fruit stolen by Luna from the fruit vendor in Kalpa Village during Session 1. The vendor claimed these golden apples were valuable Devil Fruits worth 30 million berries each, but their authenticity remains unconfirmed. The fruit displays faint swirl patterns characteristic of Devil Fruits, but not to the extent of confirmed fruits like the Horu Horu no Mi.
Acquisition
The Heist (Session 1)
Location: Kalpa Village, Lagadagr Island Method: Distraction + Stealth
- Planning: Luna identified golden apples kept in back of vendor’s stall
- Distraction: Nora engaged the Jarl/vendor in conversation about tournament blessings
- Execution: Luna snuck to back storage area
- Roll: Sleight of Hand 23 (15 + 8 modifier) vs vendor’s Passive Perception
- Success: Clean theft, no witnesses except Nora
Quote:
“She’s distracting him. I’m grabbing a gold apple.” - Luna
Physical Properties
Appearance Details
Observed by Nora (Perception 21):
- Color: Solid gold throughout (not painted)
- Swirl Patterns: Present but faint
- Pattern Intensity: Less obvious than confirmed Devil Fruits
- Skin: Rubbing does not remove color (not paint)
- Size: Standard fruit size
Comparison to Known Devil Fruits
- Horu Horu no Mi (Session 2): Obvious, potent tribal swirl patterns
- Party’s Other Fruits: Clear, unmistakable Devil Fruit markings
- Golden Apple: Subtle swirls, questionable authenticity
Investigation Attempts
Session 1 Analysis
Investigator: Nora Shores Roll: Perception 21 (16 + 5) Findings:
- Not painted (color is genuine)
- Faint swirl patterns detected
- No immediate danger sensed
- Cannot confirm if real Devil Fruit
Party Decision: Keep fruit, do not test by eating (risk of death if fake)
Theories & Speculation
Possible Identities
Theory 1: Fake Devil Fruit
- Vendor selling counterfeits for massive profit
- Common scam in One Piece world
- Faint swirls added artificially to deceive buyers
- Actual worth: negligible
Theory 2: Weak/Uncommon Devil Fruit
- Real but low-tier fruit
- Less dramatic swirl patterns on weaker fruits
- Still grants powers and sea curse
- Unknown abilities
Theory 3: Degraded/Old Devil Fruit
- Genuine fruit that has aged
- Swirls faded over time
- Powers still intact but appearance changed
Theory 4: Special Fruit Type
- Unique Devil Fruit variant
- Different visual markers than standard fruits
- Potentially rare or valuable
Vendor Claims
The Pitch
Jarl of Kalpa’s Sales Claims:
- “Worth 30 million berries each”
- Stored in back (special protection)
- Multiple golden apples available
- Implied to be Devil Fruits
Suspicious Elements
- Why sell Devil Fruits as regular vendor?
- Why multiple if each is unique?
- Party suspicious from beginning
- Luna’s motivation: steal regardless of value
Current Status
Location: Luna’s possession (likely hidden in hat based on Session behavior) Condition: Uneaten, unaltered Knowledge: Party aware, NPC vendor unaware of theft Risk: Eating could grant powers OR cause death if fake
Campaign Implications
Plot Hooks
- Authentication Quest: Find expert to identify fruit
- Vendor Confrontation: Return to Kalpa, expose scam or face angry seller
- Theft Consequences: Jarl of Kalpa discovers stolen apple
- Power Gamble: Luna decides to eat fruit, risks everything
Party Dynamics
- Luna’s Kleptomania: Justified - “I’m a thief. I’m supposed to steal stuff, guys.”
- Risk Assessment: Party hasn’t tested fruit (wise caution)
- Asset Management: 30M berry item if real (massive value)
Related Pages
- Luna - Current owner
- Nora Shores - Examined fruit
- Session 1 - Theft occurred
- Kalpa Village - Origin location
- Devil Fruit Index - Compare to confirmed fruits
Tags: item mystery devil-fruit-maybe stolen luna kalpa session-01
Status: Unresolved - Authenticity Unknown