Is Gunko the Next Straw Hat? Fans Speculate Her Shocking Future!

This article contains spoilers for One Piece’s Elbaf Arc.

Summary

The God’s Knights are introduced in One Piece’s Elbaf Arc as powerful antagonists.
Gunko stands out from other members of the God’s Knights due to unique personality quirks.
Fans speculate that Gunko may have a different origin, potentially leading to her joining the Straw Hat Crew.

In the heart of the Grand Finale, it’s become quite normal to see fresh and beloved figures emerging in the world of One Piece. This is particularly true with the debut of the Elbaf Giants and the God’s Knights, both key players in the latest Elbaf storyline. It seems as though all the final puzzle pieces of this series are falling neatly into position. Although it might appear that introducing such significant new characters, like the God’s Knights, towards the end of the series could be problematic, the majority of fans have been quite pleased with these new additions to the storyline so far.

Particularly noteworthy is one particular character from the God’s Knights, who has swiftly climbed the ladder of popularity and is now a hot topic among fans: Gunko. At first glance, she appears to be a typical member of the World Government and God’s Knights, but upon closer inspection, there are intriguing aspects about Gunko that make her more complex than her peers. In the latest installment of One Piece, many viewers are speculating that significant developments might be in store for Gunko as the series progresses.

The God’s Knights Are The Antagonists Of The Elbaf Arc

Gunko Stands Out From The Other Two

In the Elbaf storyline of One Piece, one of the most notorious villain factions was unveiled: the God’s Knights. This powerful organization known as the World Nobles works to safeguard the Celestial Dragons’ interests. Despite their brief appearances in the series, starting from the tail end of the Wano Arc, they appear crucial for the climactic events and have already proven to be significant adversaries during the Elbaf arc itself.

We should simply erase him. – Gunko on Loki

As a die-hard fan, I must say that only a handful of the enigmatic God’s Knights have been unveiled so far, among them is none other than Gunko. This intriguing character wields the power of the unique Arrow-Arrow Fruit, and much like her fellow God’s Knights, she carries an air of arrogance and a quick temper. However, what truly sets Gunko apart is her peculiar idiosyncrasies that surface throughout the storyline. For instance, she harbors an intense phobia of the Sun God Nika, and there’s something inexplicably captivating about Brook’s music that stirs an unexpected affection within her.

One Fan Predicts Gunko May Have Been A Slave

She Was Trained To Become A God’s Knight

Gunko May Have More To Here Backstory Than Other God’s Knights
She May Have Been A Slave Of The Celestial Dragons

In a Reddit post shared by user bodg123, a One Piece fan proposes an intriguing theory about the character Gunko. This theory suggests that due to her unique personality among the God’s Knights, she might not share the same origins as her fellow knights. Instead, the theory posits that Gunko could have initially been a slave of the Celestial Dragons, who was granted the Arrow-Arrow Devil Fruit under circumstances similar to those experienced by the Gorgon Sisters.

The user further elaborates that while we initially assumed these gifts were meant for mere entertainment, they might have actually served as a means to create warriors for the God’s Knights. If this theory holds true, then Gunko could be one of these slave-turned-warriors.

According to this theory, the theorist thinks that during the Elbaf Arc of One Piece, Gunko could eventually change her ways and side with the Straw Hats. This Reddit user and others in the comments suggest that since Gunko seems to appreciate Brook’s music about the “New World,” she might be seeking a different life beyond the God’s Knights. Although the specifics of this new life are unclear, it may somehow relate to Luffy.

Other Fans Think Gunko May Join The Straw Hats

She May Be A Spy In The God’s Knights

Beyond this theory, enthusiasts have gathered to ponder the fate of this enigmatic character. Initially, it’s worth noting that certain fans are advocating for Gunko potentially joining the Straw Hat Pirates, given her appreciation for Brook’s music. Nevertheless, as of now, no concrete evidence suggests that Gunko is someone Luffy would choose to team up with. In fact, Gunko’s own fear of Nika makes it highly unlikely that she would join the crew without undergoing significant character growth.

It’s not a ritual… I just like doing it. – Gunko

Ultimately, no solid proof has been found to confirm or deny if this theory becomes reality. However, it appears that Gunko from One Piece’s God’s Knights may have hidden depths. Unfortunately, we’ll need to wait for a new chapter of One Piece to find out more about this intriguing character among the God’s Knights.

2025-04-06 22:08