One Piece: Strongest Characters From Rocks Era

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In simpler terms, Rocks D. Xebec was a notorious pirate who sailed the seas about half a century prior to the present. His swift rise to infamy earned him such distinction that the era he dominated came to be known as “The Age of Rocks.

Besides Rocks, there were several significant figures during that period. Let me introduce you to the most powerful ones who were active during Rocks’ time.

This paraphrase maintains the original meaning and is easy to read, while providing a smooth transition into the next part of the text where the focus shifts from Rocks to other characters.

This post contains spoilers for One Piece.

8. Sengoku

Affiliation: World Government, Marines

  • Devil Fruit: Yes
  • Haki: Yes

At the same time as Garp, Sengoku enlisted in the Marines, and much like his contemporary, he swiftly climbed the ranks within the organization. His abilities were appreciated by those above him, leading to his promotion to the prestigious rank of Admiral. Although Eiichiro Oda hasn’t depicted Sengoku engaging in battles against the renowned pirates, it’s reasonable to infer that he was more than capable of holding his own against them.

Sengoku held the Human Human Fruit, modeled after the Great Buddha, a rare Zoan-type Devil Fruit that enabled him to transform into a colossal golden statue of Buddha. In his transformed state, Sengoku could unleash powerful shockwaves from his hands. These shockwaves not only served as protective barriers against incoming attacks but also had the power to destroy vast expanses in mere seconds.

7. Gloriosa

  • Devil Fruit: No
  • Haki: Yes

Throughout the period when Rocks was operational, Gloriosa held the position of captain within the Kuja Pirate Crew, earning a reputation as one of the world’s most infamous pirates. Later on, she relinquished her post as captain and opted to become a member of the Rocks Pirates.

Noticing that I witnessed Gloriosa becoming part of the Rocks’ crew, it’s apparent that she was a formidable figure. Had she not been, Captain Rocks likely wouldn’t have granted her passage. Given her origins in the Kuja Tribe, one can easily infer that her Haki skills were unparalleled.

6. Charlotte Linlin

Affiliation: The Rocks Pirates

  • Devil Fruit: Yes
  • Haki: Yes

Known for her notoriety due to her near-destruction of Elbaf, Charlotte Linlin left many astounded by her actions as a child, killing numerous Giants. Later in life, she became a member of the Rocks Pirates and remained with them until the God Valley Incident.

Charlotte Linlin, or better known as Big Mom, wielded the Soru Soru no Mi, a Devil Fruit of the Paramecia class, which enables her to seize and manage the spirits of others. Having mastered her powers for quite some time, it’s evident that Big Mom possesses full command over her Devil Fruit. Similar to other prominent fighters of the era, Big Mom is proficient in utilizing three distinct forms of Haki.

5. Harald

Affiliation: Elbaf (Land of Giants)

  • Devil Fruit: No
  • Haki: Yes

In simpler terms, King Harald of Elbaf aspired to mend the troubled connection between Giants and humans, as for a long time, humans had felt apprehensive about Giants due to their fear, thereby straining their relationship. Yet, King Harald aimed to address this issue.

In my observations, Harald proved himself to be not only a skilled ruler but also an exceptional warrior. On two occasions, he faced off against the formidable figure known as Rocks. Remarkably, each encounter ended in a standoff, demonstrating their mutual strength. The second bout, however, truly showcased Harald’s prowess. He responded to every strike of Rocks with equal force, a feat that only a select few were able to achieve.

4. Monkey D. Garp

Affiliation: World Government, Marines

  • Devil Fruit: No
  • Haki: Yes

During the time of the Pirate Age, Garp was one of the rare Marines who could defeat even the most famous pirates. Unlike others, he didn’t possess a Devil Fruit, but that didn’t deter him from confronting the legendary Gol D. Roger. Through intense training, Garp significantly enhanced his physical capabilities and also developed a strong control over Haki.

Reaching an unprecedented level of power, he possessed the ability to overpower a pirate as formidable as Don Chinjao with just one blow. Garp was also part of the God Valley Incident, joining forces with Roger to vanquish Rocks D. Xebec.

3. Whitebeard

Affiliation: The Rocks Pirates

  • Devil Fruit: Yes
  • Haki: Yes

Whitebeard was a prominent member of the Rocks Pirates, known for his formidable fighting skills. He possessed the Gura Gura no Mi, a Devil Fruit that allowed him to induce tremors. This fruit’s power was so immense it could even destroy an entire island. Thus, Whitebeard earned the title of the world’s strongest man due to his devastating capabilities.

Instead, it’s important to note that Whitebeard was not solely dependent on his Devil Fruit. His exceptional mastery of all forms of Haki allowed him to match the powerful figures of his time, face to face.

2. Gol D. Roger

Affiliation: The Roger Pirates

  • Devil Fruit: No
  • Haki: Yes

Gol D. Roger never claimed the title of Pirate King while Rocks was still living, yet this does not imply he was weak or easy to defeat. Instead, Roger predominantly employed his sword in combat, and heightened the force behind his strikes by infusing them with Haki.

Roger often found himself in fierce competition with Whitebeard, Garp, and Rocks. Multiple encounters were had between them, yet none resulted in a victory for any of his rivals – demonstrating just how formidable Roger truly was. It’s worth noting that Roger didn’t reach his peak until after Rocks’ demise, eventually outshining him.

1. Rocks D. Xebec

Affiliation: The Rocks Pirates

  • Devil Fruit: No
  • Haki: Yes

In this time period, the character D. Xebec was unrivaled in strength, earning him the namesake. He led an attack on Marijoa, assassinated a high-ranking navy officer, engaged in numerous battles with formidable pirates of his day, and maintained his supremacy until the final moments of his life.

Rock not only mastered all three forms of Haki, but could wield them at their peak ability. This formidable pirate amplified his sword attacks using his Haki, making them so powerful they demolished the Gates of Justice. A clear demonstration of Rock’s might is the fact that even the joint efforts of Roger and Garp were required to defeat him.

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2025-08-31 21:35