Oda Reveals Shocking Truth About Rocks D. Xebec’s Ultimate Power!

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

Summary

  • Rocks D. Xebec was once perceived as the strongest pirate in the world.
  • Xebec’s strength led Roger and Garp to team up to defeat him in the God Valley Incident.
  • Xebec’s ambition to be king of the world made him a fierce rival even to Roger and Whitebeard.

Each passing week, the Elbaf arc continues to captivate fans with astonishing disclosures and robust personalities, and it seems the author may have unveiled the most formidable character yet in the latest installment of the story.

Via Loki’s recollection, Oda unveiled the character of Rocks D. Xebec in the narrative, and it’s fair to say that viewers were thoroughly amazed by his demeanor. Known as one of the most formidable pirates to have ever existed, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to assert that Rocks was at one time the mightiest pirate globally. In chapter 1145 of One Piece, fans were once again reminded of why Rocks was feared so much.

How Rocks Met Loki in One Piece

  • Rocks Visited Elbaf Long Ago
  • Loki Fought Rocks To Earn A Spot In The Crew

In the Elbaf arc of “One Piece,” it came as a surprise to many fans that the character Rocks D. Xebec would appear. However, Oda took everyone by shock when he hinted at Loki’s past connection to him. This revelation was sparked by Luffy’s strong admiration for Shanks, which reminded Loki of his own childhood experiences. Loki himself revealed that he holds Rocks D. Xebec in the same high regard as Luffy does with Shanks. It is important to note that this character has a reputation for being incredibly powerful, a fact that fans have been made aware of on numerous occasions before.

I didn’t come all this way to meet snot-nosed brats like you. Go away! — Rocks D. Xebec to Loki

In One Piece chapter 1145, it’s clear that Loki admired Rocks’s power and desired to sail with him on the open sea. However, his eagerness to join the Rocks Pirates was met with a firm rejection from their captain in the past, which left Loki feeling quite protective.

Without hesitation, Loki provoked Rocks into a fierce conflict, yet surprisingly, Rocks didn’t hold back. In fact, Rocks mercilessly overpowered young Loki in the battle, going as far as to wound him severely with a sharp weapon, a sight that was hard to bear. Even Edward Newgate, who would later be known as Whitebeard, was taken aback by Rocks’ ruthless actions against Loki and reproached his captain for such behavior. Despite the unexpected turn of events in their encounter, Loki’s meeting with Xebec still held a unique charm.

Rocks Was The Strongest In The World Long Ago

Rocks Dominated The Seas Of The World Long Ago

In One Piece chapter 1145, spectators caught a brief glimpse of Rocks D. Xebec’s formidable power. While attacking a child doesn’t reflect strength in a positive sense, it does shed light on Xebec’s character. He displayed utter disregard for Loki, leaving him severely injured. This underscores the fact that Xebec was a merciless figure who would not be deterred. Simultaneously, Whitebeard, a powerful individual, served under Xebec, further reinforcing the notion that Xebec was the most potent of them all.

Rocks D. Xebec was Roger’s most fierce rival. — Sengoku

It’s not unexpected for fans of the series to realize this, but it’s clear that Rocks’ ambition surpassed those of legendary pirates like Roger and Whitebeard. While Roger aimed to be the Pirate King, Xebec aspired to rule the entire world, a dream of immense proportions. Moreover, Sengoku openly acknowledged Rocks as Roger’s toughest adversary, indicating that he was even more formidable than Whitebeard, who fought numerous battles with Roger.

A Pirate Stronger Than Garp, Roger, and Whitebeard

Garp and Roger Teamed Up To Beat Xebec

The sheer strength of Xebec, as evidenced by the God Valley Incident, compelled Garp and Roger to join forces in order to overcome him. Individually, neither could have vanquished him, a truth that stands. Both resisted teaming up initially, but the magnitude of Xebec’s power left them with no other option.

A year prior to the God Valley Incident, Roger and Xebec had a fierce confrontation somewhere across the globe. This encounter seems to have ended unfavorably for Roger, as he expressed remorse for a whole year before the incident, indicating that he missed an opportunity to face Xebec again. Indeed, Rocks D. Xebec was the dominant pirate of his time, and we eagerly anticipate learning more about this legendary figure when Elbaf is finally revealed.

In a short while, we’ll be able to get our hands on One Piece chapter 1145, which is set to release this coming Sunday for most readers worldwide. Although it officially airs in Japan at 12AM JST on Monday, the majority of international fans will have access to the chapter on April 6. Mark your calendars, as the official release date for One Piece Chapter 1145 is April 6, 2025. Excitingly, fans can read this chapter for free on Manga Plus!

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2025-04-05 01:05