Oda Shocks Fans: Scopper Gaban Easily Defeats Luffy and Zoro in Elbaf Arc

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This article contains spoilers from One Piece’s Elbaf Arc.

Summary

  • Gaban toyed with both Luffy and Zoro
  • The left arm of Gol D. Roger is stronger
  • Scopper Gaban is on par with Prime Roger

At present, the Elbaf storyline within One Piece is incredibly thrilling, and it seems to improve more with every new chapter. Not only does this arc unveil significant lore details about the world of One Piece, but it also delivers spectacular fight scenes.

It’s no shock to fans that the Elbaf arc has brought in numerous significant characters, some of whom have exceeded expectations. One such character, who many fans didn’t expect would be as impactful, is now hinted by Oda to be stronger than both Luffy and Zoro. This character is none other than Scopper Gaban, the left arm of the Pirate King.

Scopper Gaban Could Overwhelm Both Luffy and Zoro

  • Gaban Was Toying With Luffy
  • Even With Zoro, Gaban Was Overwhelming Them

In chapter 1140 of One Piece, fans got a detailed view of the confrontation between Luffy and Scopper Gaban. This was not a traditional battle, but rather a trial set by Gaban for Luffy. The ex-Straw Hat Pirate wanted to evaluate Luffy personally – to verify if he had indeed defeated Kaido, and if the rumors about him being Nika were true. To the astonishment of many viewers, Luffy struggled immensely against Scopper Gaban, failing to land a single blow on the old man. Even more surprising was that just one attack from Gaban, without using Haki, pushed both Luffy and Zoro into their highest state of alertness and maximum power. In fact, Luffy admitted that if not for his quick reflexes, Gaban could have killed him.

He was completely wiping out both Luffy and Zoro alone! — Nami on Scopper Gaban

Some spectators argue that Luffy wasn’t fully engaged in the fight, but it should be noted that Gaban himself admitted he was merely fooling around. It’s surprising to see a Yonko being trifled by an elderly man, but remember, this isn’t just any old man. This is Scopper Gaban, the trusted right-hand of the Pirate King, Gol D. Roger.

Nami Confirms Gaban Overwhelmed Luffy And Zoro

In chapter 1149 of “One Piece,” Oda intensified the anticipation for Scopper Gaban by having Nami declare that he could overpower both Luffy and Zoro simultaneously. What’s more intriguing is that he achieved this while playfully sparring with them, which underscores the fact that even in his advanced age, Scopper Gaban possesses an astonishingly formidable power.

Prime Gaban Was Pirate King Level

Gaban Was In The Same Tier As Roger

In One Piece chapter 1249, Old Gaban’s astonishing power was vividly showcased by Oda, leaving no room for doubt that Gaban is a pirate of extraordinary caliber, surpassing the typical Yonko. Known as a living legend, Gaban once stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Roger, and this fact has been explicitly verified by none other than Oda himself. For now, Luffy lags significantly behind Prime Gaban, while Zoro is yet to reach either of their levels.

He’s the man who is equal to Rayleigh and Roger, Scopper Gaban! — Giants

One Piece Chapter 1149 will be released in a week’s time! Typically, new chapters come out every Sunday. In Japan, the manga is published at 12AM JST on Monday. But, for most international fans, they’ll be able to read it on May 11th. The official release date for One Piece Chapter 1149 worldwide is slated for May 25, 2025. Excitingly, readers can enjoy this chapter for free on Manga Plus!

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2025-05-23 22:37