Oda Finally Reveals the Shocking Origins of the D Clan!

The content in this article reveals details from the Elbaf storyline of One Piece, and some sections are based on my personal theories.

Summary

The people of the D are connected to the Full-Moon people, who settled on the moon and Earth.
The D people are likely the Half-Moon people, descendants of cross-breeding moon-dwellers and Earthlings.
The D people inherited advanced technology from the Sky Races, leading to the creation of the Ancient Kingdom.

In the realm of One Piece, the folks bearing the D moniker have long been enigmatic figures. From the outset, Monkey D. Luffy captivated fans, sparking curiosity about the significance of the D. As One Piece unfolded, the mystery surrounding the D only deepened as additional characters with this initial emerged, while simultaneously, those intrigued by the world’s true past delved into unraveling the letter’s meaning.

Nico Robin, a key figure in the world of One Piece, shares the same curiosity as many others about the significance of the mysterious letter ‘D’. So far, only the Roger Pirates have uncovered its secret and guard it closely, refusing to disclose it to anyone else. However, creator Oda has dropped numerous hints for fans to decipher, allowing us to make educated guesses regarding the real meaning of the ‘D’. The latest revelation comes from chapter 1138, where the Harley was introduced, shedding new light on the mystery surrounding the elusive ‘D’.

The Full-Moon People — The Sky Races From Birka

Their Existence On The Moon
How The One Piece World Came To Be

To fully grasp the deep significance of the D’s people, readers should first comprehend the roots and true value of the Full Moon people, often called the Sky Races in the One Piece universe. Unlike other universes, the Sky Races didn’t originate from Earth; instead, it is known as the Blue Star. The moon, however, holds equal importance in this world. In fact, most of the secrets hidden within the One Piece universe are connected to the moon. This celestial body is where the Winged Races of One Piece reside. The three such races were the Shandorians, the Birkans, and the Skypieans. They once lived together in a lunar city named Birka, and it was there they created the automata. It’s also plausible that the Lunarians inhabited this place too.

The Settlement On Earth: The Blue Star

Over time, their resources began to deplete and they were forced to abandon the automata and find new sources. At this point, they turned their gaze towards the Blue Star. Upon landing on the Blue Star, they established various settlements in different regions. The Skypieans settled on a floating island called Skypiea, as many are familiar with. The Birkans constructed a city named Birka on an island northwest of Skypiea. The Lunarians built the City of God atop the Red Line. Lastly, the Shandorians established themselves in the Blue Sea region of Jaya.

Eight years past, the prominent city of Birka was annihilated by Enel, who had devoured the Goro Goro Fruit previously. Since then, not a single trace of it remains. Subsequently, Enel proclaimed himself as a deity in Skypiea.

Despite the Three Winged Species inhabiting distinct regions globally, it’s plausible that they brought advanced technology with them, which they undoubtedly utilized effectively on the Blue Star. Enter the inhabitants of D, who played a crucial role here.

The Half-moon People And The Kingdom Of The D

The D People Stem From The Halfmoon People

Initially, it’s crucial to note that the true nature of the people from the D remains unrevealed in One Piece as of now. Oda has only provided glimpses into their character, with fans piecing together information based on observations and speculation. To grasp the idea of the D more effectively, the inhabitants of the Moon play a significant role. Now that we’ve briefly touched upon the Moon people, one can delve deeper by examining the Harley and its descriptions of the Three Worlds.

First World

fire consumed the earth, causing humans to yield to their longings, reaching for the off-limits sun; the oppressed pleaded, and a solar deity manifested. The terrestrial god grew incensed, joining forces with the infernal flame serpent, casting the world into destruction and shadow. They would never cross paths again.

Second World

Life awoke in the emptiness, and the Forest Deity unleashed its demons. The Sun merely fueled the flames of conflict. Those under the crescent moon dreamt, as did those beneath the full moon. Humans killed the Sun and ascended to deityhood, enraging the Sea Deity. They would never cross paths again.

(The goal here was to maintain the poetic tone while making it easier for a modern reader to understand.)

Third World

Amidst turmoil, there lies silence. The troubled echo recalls the prophesied day, and catches whispers from the shattered lunar realm. The Solar Deity revels and chuckles, guiding the world towards its demise. The celestial orb shall rise again, heralding a new beginning. Indeed, this cycle promises their reunion.

It’s clear that fans may be curious about the connection between the Harleys and the people known as the D. Here’s a simpler explanation: The D people are actually the inhabitants of Half-moon. Since a full moon is round, a half-moon resembles the letter ‘D’. Thus, the residents of Half-moon are referred to as the people of the D. Their connection to the moon could stem from their origins. It’s believed that they aren’t fully moon-dwellers but have mixed lineage. This could mean that when the people of Fairy Vearth interbred with the people of Blue Star, an event that might have been considered taboo in their time, the resulting descendants were the Halfmoon people or the D. In essence, many inhabitants of the One Piece world, including Luffy, may carry Shandorian blood. To put it another way, Luffy and other D characters are half-alien to Earth dwellers.

The Technological Prowess Of The D

It’s important to note that the inhabitants of Luna, specifically the Aerial beings, possessed extraordinary technological capabilities. They constructed an extremely advanced lunar city known as Birka. The sophistication of their technology was such that it enabled the establishment of an Ancient Realm, far more advanced than anything else on Earth. However, the main challenge for the Celestial races was sustaining themselves on the moon due to resource scarcity. Yet, they found abundance on Earth, and together with the people from the Land, they developed a perpetual energy source called the Mother Flame. This fact is corroborated by Vegapunk’s statements, who explicitly mentioned that there once existed an eternal power source similar to the sun.

The conflict, known as the War of the Void Century, erupted when foreign powers sought to demolish the Ancient Kingdom for its power and progress, desiring to claim those advancements for themselves.

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2025-02-02 02:54