One Piece Chapter 1160 Finally Reveals The Top Players Of The God Valley Incident

This article contains spoilers for the Elbaf arc of One Piece.

Within the world of *One Piece*, the God Valley Incident is arguably the most significant single event in the entire story. It happened 38 years ago and drew together the most powerful people from all sides – pirates, Marines, and the Celestial Dragons – each with their own reasons for being there.

It’s impossible to know exactly how many people fought at God Valley, but we do know that each major group involved had a powerful leader – often considered their strongest fighter. This article will cover the key figures from the God Valley Incident and briefly explain which group they led.

St. Jaygarcia Saturn Was The Overseer Of The Native Hunting Tournament

Faction: World Government

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 223, “The World’s Greatest Power”
Story Arc Jaya
  • The Warrior God of Science and Defense in the 5 Elders.

Try to see things from my point of view. You don’t think about how it feels for the bugs you accidentally crush, do you? Of course not!

During the God Valley Incident, St. Jaygarcia Saturn was undoubtedly the strongest individual present. As one of the five Elders, he received immense and enigmatic powers from Imu, and was responsible for managing the Celestial Dragons’ Native Hunting Competition – where he notably encountered Kuma. While he wasn’t directly involved in the main events of the incident, he was clearly the highest-ranking person on the island at the time.

St. Figarland Garling Wanted Shakky To Become His New Bride

Faction: The Gods’ Knights

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 1086, “The Five Elders”
Story Arc Reverie
  • Supreme Commander of the Gods’ Knights.

This island won’t be around much longer.

St. Figarland Garling quickly became a fan favorite after his introduction. It was later revealed he played a vital role in the God Valley Incident, serving as the most powerful warrior among the Gods’ Knights who fought against the invading pirates. Evidence suggests Garling was among the strongest fighters present, and his actions were actually what led to the conflict taking place on God Valley, making him a key figure in the entire event.

Monkey D. Garp Came To Provide Protection To The Celestial Dragons

Faction: The Navy

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 92, “Happiness”
Story Arc Arlong Park
  • A Vice Admiral in the Navy.

I’m not gonna stand by and watch while you dice up my troops like vegetables!

Officially, Garp’s part in the God Valley Incident was just supporting the Celestial Dragons. But he’s actually remembered as a key player who helped defeat Rocks D. Xebec, and that’s why he became known as the ‘Hero of the Marines.’ The full story is probably more complicated than people know, but Garp remains a central figure in the incident, widely credited with stopping what was considered the most dangerous pirate of all time.

Gol D. Roger Came To The Island So That He Could Save Shakky

Faction: The Roger Pirates

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 1, “Romance Dawn – The Dawn of Adventure”
Story Arc Romance Dawn
  • Captain of the Roger Pirates.

I’m here to save you, Shakky!

As a huge fan, I’m totally fascinated by the Roger Pirates! They weren’t just a big deal at God Valley, but throughout the whole *One Piece* story, honestly. Apparently, they headed to the island when they heard Shakky was taken, and that’s where they ran into some seriously powerful opponents. We don’t have all the details yet, but it’s said that Roger even teamed up with Garp – his old rival! – to take down Xebec and his crew. And get this: it was *at God Valley* that the Roger Pirates found baby Shanks and took him in! It’s such a pivotal moment for so many characters.

Davy D. Xebec Was Pulled To The Island By Fate Itself To Save His Family

Faction: The Rocks Pirates

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 957, “Ultimate”
Story Arc Wano
  • Captain of the Rocks Pirates.

Ain’t no point in us killin’ each other over this stuff yet! We’ve gotta work together for now!

Man, learning about Xebec and the Rocks Pirates is just wild! They were seriously the biggest power players during the God Valley Incident. It turns out Shakky actually lived at their base in Hachinosu for a while, but she got kidnapped by those awful Celestial Dragons. The Rocks crew was furious, naturally, and went after her. But here’s the really heartbreaking part: Xebec wasn’t *just* rescuing Shakky, he was trying to save his own family! They were being used as targets in this brutal Native Hunting Competition. He ended up dying trying to protect his son, which at least ensured his safety. Everyone *thinks* Garp and Roger took him down, but honestly, there’s still so much we don’t know about what *really* happened.

Shakky’s Kidnapping Prompted Everyone’s Arrival To God Valley

Factions: Kuja Pirates, Rocks Pirates

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 498, “The Eleven Supernovas”
Story Arc Sabaody
  • Former Empress of Amazon Lily and former captain of the Kuja Pirates.

The inhabitants of Hachinosu came to covet her like a treasure… an irreplaceable crown jewel!

Shakuyaku was the central figure in the God Valley Incident. As a young woman, she was incredibly desirable, attracting the attention of powerful groups like the Roger Pirates, the Rocks Pirates, and even the Celestial Dragons, all of whom wanted her. Her capture was essentially the cause of the entire conflict. John’s crew followed him to God Valley hoping to rescue her, and neither the Roger Pirates nor Garp’s forces would have gone there otherwise. The Celestial Dragons kidnapping Shakky sparked the mobilization of the world’s most influential people, each vying to possess her.

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2025-09-16 16:12