Is Blackbeard the Next Pirate King? Shocking Theories Revealed!

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Summary

  • Blackbeard is close to becoming the Pirate King.
  • Luffy’s journey may face more obstacles.
  • Fans hope for a massive battle between Luffy and Blackbeard for the title.

In the world of One Piece, Luffy isn’t the sole contender vying for the title of Pirate King. In fact, during the Great Pirate Era, numerous potent pirates harbor ambitions to seize the coveted One Piece and emulate Gol D. Roger’s legacy. Given the multitude of individuals seeking this treasure, One Piece could be seen as a competition among pirate crews, primarily made up of characters like Buggy, Luffy, and Blackbeard, all aiming to reach Laugh Tale first and claim the hidden treasure.

While it’s generally expected that Luffy will eventually become the Pirate King in the world of One Piece, some enthusiasts speculate that he might not be the first to do so. Numerous hypotheses are floating around among fans, proposing that another pirate could momentarily hold the title of Pirate King before Luffy’s ultimate showdown at the end of the series. To some, this possible Pirate King is Blackbeard, a character many think will seize the title just prior to his confrontation with Luffy in their final battle.

Blackbeard Is Close To Finding Laugh Tale

He Has A Chance To Become The Pirate King

In simpler terms, the title of Pirate King doesn’t come with any specific lands or duties; it’s more a symbolic honor bestowed upon the most accomplished pirate of an era. For instance, after Roger conquered the Grand Line entirely and discovered a hidden treasure on Laugh Tale, he earned the title of Pirate King. In essence, the first pirate to uncover the One Piece treasure on Laugh Tale will be recognized as the next Pirate King, just like Roger was in his time.

A man’s dream will never die! – Blackbeard

Indeed, it’s well-known among fans that during the Golden Age of Piracy, most pirate crews were aiming to find the fabled One Piece treasure, with the ultimate goal being to become the Pirate King, even if they weren’t necessarily after the title itself. Characters like Buggy, Crocodile, Luffy, Blackbeard, and others are all chasing this dream for various reasons. As for their current progress, Luffy is the most advanced, having obtained three Road Poneglyphs that collectively point to the location of Laugh Tale. However, it’s important to note that Blackbeard isn’t far behind, having just acquired copies of Law’s Road Poneglyphs, which means he now shares the same number of Road Poneglyphs as Shanks.

Blackbeard May Claim The Title Of Pirate King Before Luffy

This Would Make Luffy’s Journey Less Straightforward

  • Blackbeard Is Close To Becoming The Pirate King
  • Luffy’s Journey May Need More Obstacles

Given that Shanks has already discovered the secrets of the Laugh Tale and probably doesn’t aspire to be the Pirate King, it appears that Luffy’s primary rival in his quest to become the Pirate King is none other than the Sea Emperor, Blackbeard. Moreover, although Luffy currently leads the way, his voyage isn’t likely to be an easy one from here until he reaches the Laugh Tale. Considering these factors, it seems plausible that another pirate could surpass Luffy in their pursuit of the Pirate King title at some point in the near future. Therefore, out of all the other pirates, Blackbeard is most likely to pose the greatest challenge to Luffy’s ambition.

It’s widely speculated among these fans that Blackbeard could be the first to discover the fabled island of Laugh Tale, making him the second pirate to master the Grand Line and lay claim to the title of Pirate King in the world of One Piece. Given Blackbeard’s formidable power and sway, it seems plausible that should any character other than Luffy ascend to the throne, it would be Blackbeard. In this scenario, Blackbeard would emerge as the ultimate adversary, the “final boss,” whom Luffy must vanquish to legitimately earn the title of the true Pirate King.

Fans Would Be Disappointed If Blackbeard Steals Luffy’s Dream

It May Be Better If Blackbeard Had The Title Unofficially

If Blackbeard were to become the Pirate King ahead of Luffy, it would displease many fans due to the change in the story’s ending. Instead, some fans imagine a situation where both Luffy and Blackbeard reach Laugh Tale concurrently, leading to an epic battle that decides who becomes the King of the Pirates. Although Blackbeard wouldn’t reach Laugh Tale before Luffy in this scenario, he might still momentarily claim the title by using questionable tactics during their fight. Eventually, Luffy would return to vanquish him permanently.

I will be the king!! King Blackbeard! – Blackbeard

Ultimately, while it’s conceivable that Blackbeard could ascend to the title of Pirate King given his standing in the One Piece universe, this outcome appears rather improbable. It seems far more plausible that Luffy will fulfill his goal of discovering the One Piece treasure beforehand, but not without a major showdown with either Blackbeard or Imu. However, fans should expect to wait until after the Elbaf Arc in One Piece for further details on Blackbeard’s story and the ongoing race to become the Pirate King to be unveiled.

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2025-03-28 18:26