Quick answer

When was the first time Luffy used Gear 2?

The answer

Luffy first used Gear 2 in chapter 388 against Blueno.

Ch. 388

Verified through chapter 388Updated

What the manga shows

6 facts
  1. Luffy begins activating Gear Second transformation against Lucci.

    Ch. 388

  2. Luffy mutters the word GEAR as a question while crouched and beginning transformation.

    Ch. 388

  3. Luffy shouts the technique name JET PISTOL as the attack connects.

    Ch. 388

  4. Steam visibly emits from Luffy's body during the transformation.

    Ch. 388

  5. Luffy initiates a transformation referred to as Second Gear.

    Ch. 387, p. 16

  6. Luffy declares all techniques will evolve one step while steam rises from his body.

    Ch. 387, p. 17

Change log

2 chapters
  1. Chapter 388Added 4 facts; updated the answer
  2. Chapter 387Added 2 facts

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