Joy Boy: The First Pirate & His Invincible Dawn Pirates!

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

Summary

  • Joy Boy, the first pirate in One Piece, fought the World Government and lost.
  • Information on Joy Boy has been revealed, showing he had a powerful crew.
  • The Dawn Pirates, led by Joy Boy, were likely the strongest crew in the world.

In the realm of “One Piece”, enthusiasts have witnessed countless thrilling pirate groups, particularly during the Golden Age of Piracy. From the crews of the Worst Generation who caused a stir worldwide, to the legendary pirate bands that reigned before the Great Pirate Era, fans have enjoyed seeing new, exhilarating pirate groups emerge every so often.

In the world of One Piece, there’s a pirate crew that many fans are not well-versed in, and this crew was only recently unveiled in the narrative. This is the legendary Joy Boy’s pirate crew, which dates back to the Void Century, making them undoubtedly the first pirate crew in the world’s history. Their name remains unknown for now, but they are commonly referred to as the Dawn Pirates by fans.

The First Pirate In The World Of One Piece

  • Joy Boy Was The First Pirate In One Piece
  • He Fought The World Government And Lost

Currently, we don’t have extensive details about Joy Boy yet, but with the story reaching its final saga, fans have learned a great deal about him. The Egghead arc provided the first glimpse into Joy Boy’s past through a flashback, shedding new light on the mystery. This arc also revealed that Vegapunk’s message contained valuable information, and he confirmed that the first pirate was indeed Joy Boy, who lived in an era known as the Void Century. Although it was initially unclear if Joy Boy had any connection to Luffy, recent revelations show that he possessed the Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika, granting him the title of the Warrior of Liberation.

He was called Joy Boy, and he was the first pirate to ever exist. — Vegapunk in Egghead

Joy Boy is well-known for having numerous allies across the One Piece world. For example, it’s common knowledge that he was associated with the Giants, specifically Emeth, the Ancient Iron Giant who has direct ties to Elbaf. Moreover, his bond with the Fishmen was evident through the Poneglyph he left for them. It’s also plausible that he had alliances with other tribes like the Tontatta, Lunarians, Skypieans, and undeniably, the Buccaneers. Some even speculate that Joy Boy himself might have been a Buccaneer. To sum up, it’s clear that Joy Boy had a formidable pirate crew at his disposal.

Joy Boy And The Dawn Pirates: What Happened To The Dawn Pirates

Joy Boy’s Crew Must’ve Been Very Strong

As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but express my excitement over the latest revelation that Joy Boy, the one we thought was just a legend, was indeed the first pirate to ever set sail! Though details about his pirating days are scarce, the snippets we’ve been given paint a picture of an extraordinary captain.

His crew, I have no doubt, would have been as formidable as any sea monster. Joy Boy himself is said to have had Emeth by his side, and if that’s not enough, the Mermaid Princess, wielder of Poseidon’s power, was probably part of the crew too! I can hardly wait for more pieces of the puzzle to fall into place!

Who are you Joy Boy? Why are you apologizing and to whom? — Nico Robin In Fishman Island

It’s highly probable that apart from these two pirates, there were other skilled seafarers on Joy Boy’s crew. Likely among them was a craftsman from Water 7, where the Pluton ship was constructed during Joy Boy’s era. Additionally, it’s possible that other individuals could have been part of Joy Boy’s crew, such as a former Kuja leader from the Void Century, or even Nerfertari Lily, who belonged to the Founding 20 but might have joined him nonetheless.

As an onlooker, it appears that Joy Boy’s voyage as a pirate was primarily focused on battling the nations that were at odds with the Ancient Kingdom and their mission for progress and unity among all races. With a figure like Emeth in their ranks, and Joy Boy whose Haki is extraordinarily potent, fans can confidently assert that this crew was undoubtedly the most formidable in the entire world. The mere presence of such a powerful individual as Emeth, coupled with Joy Boy’s monstrously enhanced Haki, suggests that they would have been virtually unbeatable through traditional means.

It’s clear that the Dawn Pirates, as they may come to be known by Oda in future, would have been formidable. However, despite their strength, they were ultimately defeated, leading to Joy Boy’s demise. Yet, their determination lived on and is being fulfilled today by Luffy and his comrades.

The upcoming One Piece chapter, number 1146, is set to be released soon, specifically this coming Sunday for most readers worldwide. For Japanese audiences, it will appear at 12AM JST on Monday. But don’t worry if you’re not in Japan – the chapter will be accessible on April 20 for everyone else! Mark your calendars: One Piece Chapter 1146 releases officially on April 20, 2025. And as always, you can enjoy it for free on Manga Plus.

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2025-04-09 00:24