This episode reminds me of what one of the things i disliked about the 4th movie was.......Devilfruit powers based on something man-made
The candy power from movie 4 bugged me because why the hell would a mythological fruit be based on some completely artificial sweet? Just seems awkward, considering all the other devil fruit powers are based on nature or is in one way or another natural. Well anyway, Bellamy's ability is like that as well. It would be one thing if his ability was to become that same malleable metallic compound that springs are often made from, but to become springs itself? Come on now.....
Other than that...I'd have to say that theoretically.....this should be the most even match-up that luffy has ever come across
Think about it....both characters use elasticity to apply massive kinetic force into their opponents. I'll assume both of them can also use elasticity to cushion blows dealt to them as well. If it wasn't for the fact that Bellamy has been established as a weaker enemy, I'd say he couldve been luffy's main rival [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-tongue.gif[/img]