One Piece: Oda Has Been Lying To Us Since The Very First Chapter, And Here’s Why

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A key foundation for the narrative of One Piece is that Gol D. Roger was the notorious Pirate King, which set the events of the story into motion. As he stood on his execution platform, Roger revealed the existence of a secret and legendary treasure, igniting the era known as the Golden Age of Piracy and earning himself the title of history’s greatest pirate.

In Chapter 1155, it appears that another character might be the one to lay claim to the title instead of him. The unveiling of Rocks D. Xebec in the Elbaf arc has quickly made him a significant figure in the storyline of One Piece, and his brief showings have demonstrated some of the most astonishing feats within the series. Here’s why Rocks could be considered the greatest pirate in history.

Rocks Was The Unofficial First Pirate King, And History’s Greatest Pirate

The Legendary Rocks D. Xebec

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 1154, “I Can’t Even Die”
Story Arc Elbaf

Roger’s impact is immense, as he stands out as one of the most significant pirates in history, surpassing even Joyboy in many aspects. While it was Joyboy who initiated the chain of events leading to the current state of affairs, it’s crucial to remember that none of this would have transpired without Roger’s impact and selflessness. It was his final utterances that ignited the Golden Age of Piracy, an event that inspired countless others to embark on their sea voyages.

Initially recognized as the world’s first and sole Pirate King, Roger lived during his era with an already established fame. Even before assuming the title of Pirate King, he fought against some of the toughest pirates and Marines that ever sailed the oceans. His most significant achievement was gathering all the Poneglyphs, which ultimately revealed the secrets of the world and led him to encounter the legendary treasure, One Piece. Despite being the most renowned pirate globally, it was this accomplishment that officially declared him the Pirate King and the greatest pirate in history.

Instead, I have no ambition for dominion. To my eyes, it’s the Pirate King who enjoys the utmost liberty within this vast sea!

In the very first chapter of One Piece, we were led to believe that Roger was the greatest pirate who ever lived. However, it wasn’t until Chapter 1155 that we learned about Rocks D. Xebec, a pirate who surpassed Roger in almost every aspect and was so feared that the World Government chose to erase his existence from history rather than let his legacy continue. Despite never finding the One Piece treasure, many believe that Rocks D. Xebec was the first unofficial King of Pirates.

Initially, it’s said that Rocks possessed an extraordinary strength, surpassing even the legendary figures like Roger, Whitebeard, and Garp in history. During the God Valley Incident, where Rocks is presumed to have perished, it is suggested that both Roger and Garp had to momentarily put aside their long-standing rivalry to join forces against him, indicating his strength was significantly greater than the most powerful pirate and the most powerful Marine.

Chapter 1155 unveiled extraordinary facts about Rocks, making him appear more like a legend than a character. Not only is he the sole individual in all of One Piece who has successfully slain an Admiral single-handedly, but he seemed to know about Imu and the Chamber of Flowers, both being the World Government’s most closely protected secrets. Upon storming into this room and facing the true ruler of the world, Rocks warned them that he would return someday.

Over the coming years, Rocks will significantly elevate his notoriety, executing some of the most daring stunts across the entire series, with his most iconic act being the destruction of the Gates of Justice. Known for captaining the deadliest pirate crew ever, which boasted legends such as Whitebeard, Big Mom, Kaido, and Shiki, among others, Rocks is widely regarded as the greatest pirate in history, surpassing even Roger in many aspects. Some enthusiasts argue that he was effectively the first Pirate King, although unofficially so.

So Why Did Rocks Fail At The End If He Had Everything Going For Him?

The End Of A Legend

  • God Valley marked Rocks’ defeat.

Although this notorious pirate, known for his immense power and fearsome crew, is believed to have been defeated during the God Valley Incident, it seems that an extremely unusual coalition – possibly involving the Roger Pirates, Marines, and even the Gods’ Knights – came together on this enigmatic island to bring down such a formidable adversary.

This suggests his power was beyond compare, pushing others to collaborate in an attempt to thwart his grand scheme, whatever it entailed. Incidentally, this same incident marked the downfall of the Rocks Pirates, who were renowned as the most formidable pirate crew ever in the annals of One Piece. Interestingly, it was uncovered that none of its members harbored deep allegiance to their crew, but rather joined for personal reasons. Once Rocks perished, they each charted their separate paths.

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2025-07-22 17:15