Is Shamrock Figarland Stronger Than Shanks?

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

Summary

  • Shamrock Figarland‘s strength rivals Shanks, as seen in his actions in the Elbaf arc.
  • Shamrock is established as a Yonko level character, indicating his formidable power in One Piece.
  • Shamrock’s key advantage over Shanks is his immortality and regeneration power as a Holy Knight.

In the climactic storyline of “One Piece,” it’s no secret that creator Oda plans to unveil a host of thrilling characters in the future, including the Holy Knights. Among these Knights is Shamrock Figarland, who happens to be the brother of Shanks and son of Garling Figarland. Readers were introduced to Shamrock during the Elbaf arc of “One Piece,” but his stay was cut short as he had important matters to attend elsewhere.

Nevertheless, Oda linking Shamrock and Shanks was satisfying enough for the fans, which inevitably sparked curiosity about how powerful Shamrock is in comparison to Shanks. Although the solution to this puzzle remains unknown, fans can merely ponder and on the surface, Shamrock appears extraordinary.

Shamrock’s Strength Is Comparable To Shanks in One Piece

  • Shanks’s Biggest Feat Can Be Replicated By Shamrock
  • Shamrock Is Yonko Level

In essence, it’s no secret that Shamrock Figarland plays a crucial role in the climactic tale of “One Piece,” and his portrayal by Oda during Vegapunk’s revelation of key characters suggests he’s not your typical adversary. Given the strength that fans have witnessed so far, it’s reasonable to assume that Shamrock Figarland’s powers will be further showcased in future episodes. For the time being, fans can confidently classify him as Yonko Level powerful.

Elbaf will bow to the World Government! — Shamrock Figarland

In a brief skirmish beneath Elbaf’s underworld, Shamrock managed to inflict serious wounds on Loki, injuries so severe they could have proven fatal – though it should be noted that Loki was bound at the time. The depiction of this encounter by Oda suggests that Shamrock holds significant power over Loki. As per Oda, Shamrock extended an invitation to Loki to join his ranks as a Holy Knight, implying that Shamrock maintains dominance over him. Moreover, Shamrock showed such self-assurance in his abilities that he challenged Loki to seek him out if he survived the attack and engage in combat at a later date. This implies that Oda is positioning Shamrock as stronger than Loki. As for Shanks, his most notable achievement within One Piece thus far has been besting Loki, which for now leaves their relative strength balanced.

Shamrock Is The Elder Brother, So He Might Be Stronger

Elder Brothers Carry Immense Strength

It’s not unusual to find that authors often portray elder brothers as highly influential figures. While Shamrock might not always be stronger than the average individual, being Shanks’ older brother signifies he’s no pushover and wouldn’t tolerate being overshadowed by his younger sibling. If Shanks is a Yonko, it’s reasonable to assume that Shamrock would possess equivalent power as well.

My younger brother had taken a liking to the filthy world down below. — Shamrock Figarland

Shamrock Figarland Is Immortal, Shanks Is Not

What sets Shamrock Figarland apart from Shanks, in essence, is that he possesses immortality or limitless regeneration, a power shared by all Holy Knights in the world of One Piece. This gives Shamrock an edge over Shanks because while Shanks can lose limbs or bear scars, Shamrock can easily regrow them. The means to counter this regenerative ability is yet unknown. If it turns out that Conqueror’s Haki is the key, then Shanks would be a formidable adversary to neutralize him. However, if there’s another way to counter his regeneration, Shamrock might pose a significant threat even to the Red-Haired Shanks.

Get ready, as the next thrilling chapter of One Piece, number 1146, is set to be released this coming week! Typically, a new chapter emerges every Sunday. However, in Japan, it’s released at 12AM JST on Monday mornings. For most international fans, they will have the chapter available for reading on April 20th. Mark your calendars, as that is the official release date of One Piece Chapter 1146, which falls on April 20, 2025! And the best part? You can read it for free on Manga Plus. Enjoy the adventure!

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2025-04-23 23:35