One Piece Chap 1137: Shanks’ Twin & Elbaf Takeover Revealed!

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Summary

  • Fans of One Piece were shocked at the reveal of Shanks’ twin, Figarland Shamrock, which confirmed long-standing theories.
  • Shamrock’s strength is implied to be immense due to his lineage and connections, potentially even rivaling Shanks.
  • Shamrock’s plan to enlist Loki in the World Government reveals intentions for a hostile takeover of Elbaf due to its weakened state.

In Chapter 1137 of the One Piece manga, we were left in awe as it supported numerous fan speculations and offered intriguing perspectives about Elbaf’s history during Loki’s conflict with his father, as well as shedding light on the Void Century. To top it off, the chapter concluded with an unexpected twist that, while many had anticipated, demonstrated that the World Government is remarkably ready for the impending Great War.

The unveiling of St. Figarland Shamrock sparked excitement across the One Piece fanbase, as it strongly hinted at Shanks having a twin. Moreover, this character seems destined to become a major challenge for our heroes during the Final War, making us delve into the theory that Shamrock’s emergence supports and understand why this is a significant development moving forward.

The Confirmation Of Saint Figarland Shamrock

Shanks’ twin and Garling’s Son

First Partial Appearance One Piece, Chapter 1134, “The Owl Library”
First Official Appearance One Piece, Chapter 1137, “Introducing Shamrock”
Story Arc Elbaf

Since the Wano arc was being broadcasted, fans have speculated that Shanks possesses an evil counterpart who is aligned with the World Government. Although it hasn’t been officially confirmed at the time of writing, it’s plausible that Shamrock, not Shanks himself, met with the 5 Elders in Chapter 907. This encounter could have been about discussing Loki, an event which sparked the initial theory in the first place.

Because of all the speculation surrounding the character Shanks, many fans had already assumed that he has a twin who interacted with the 5 Elders rather than Shanks himself. This theory has become one of the most popular among One Piece’s fan base. Chapter 1134 concluded in a foreboding manner, as a pentagram appeared within the ruins of Elbaf’s Royal Family’s castle, revealing two enigmatic figures. One figure was a girl with her face concealed by bandages, and the other bore a striking resemblance to Shanks.

Given that the Yonko had recently been on the island before the Straw Hats’ arrival, it was instinctive for fans to deduce that the enigmatic hooded character wasn’t Shanks. However, this wasn’t officially confirmed until three chapters later when it was revealed that the mysterious figure was indeed St. Figarland Shamrock, the twin brother of Shanks. Remarkably, Shamrock had assumed the position of Supreme Commander of the Gods’ Knights upon their father, St. Figarland Garling’s ascension to join the 5 Elders.

Despite fans having a good idea about Shamrock’s identity for some time, the official confirmation in Chapter 1137 was a significant and thrilling revelation. The speculation surrounding this character’s role and potential strength is incredibly intriguing. Additionally, it was also confirmed what actions he plans to take in Elbaf, which could potentially make the World Government more powerful than ever if successful.

Shamrock’s Strength And Plan

How Strong Is He and What Does He Plan To Do?

Currently, we don’t know whether Shamrock has consumed a Devil Fruit or not. But based on contextual analysis, his power can be inferred. Given that Lineage Factor plays a significant role in determining a character’s strength, Shamrock could potentially be one of the strongest characters in the series. This is due to him being the son of the legendary Figarland Garling and the brother of Shanks, who are often compared to Roger in terms of their influence.

In essence, it can be inferred that Garling, at his peak, might have been as powerful as Whitebeard at his prime, given that Garling is believed to have inflicted Newgate’s scars during the God Valley Incident. As a result, Shamrock would undoubtedly be an incredibly strong individual simply due to his skill, considering he now leads the Gods’ Knights after his father’s ascension.

When I look at your face, it makes my scars ache. The scars I got from him…

Besides his current state, it’s plausible that Shamrock possesses a similar level of Conqueror’s Haki as Shanks, or nearly so. This isn’t only due to Lineage Factor, but also because those with this power often share an extraordinary ambition – a trait that stands out among them. As the Supreme Commander of one of the strongest factions in the One Piece world, Shamrock demonstrates immense strength, influence, and ambition, which could suggest he might also wield Conqueror’s Haki.

In addition, we learned why Shanks was on Elbaf in Chapter 907. It turned out he wanted to discuss a pirate with the Five Elders, who were initially assumed to be Blackbeard. But as theories about evil twins gained traction, readers speculated that this person could be either Luffy or Shanks himself. However, after Chapter 1137, it seems they were actually referring to Loki.

Shamrock and Gunko traveled to Elbaf primarily with the intention of recruiting Loki as a member of the Gods’ Knights. This is due to their belief that Elbaf is in its most vulnerable state yet, making it an ideal target for the World Government’s conquest. With King Harald deceased and the giants currently more compliant and weakened than ever before, the World Government now has a chance to seize control of the island they’ve been unable to overcome for centuries.

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2025-01-27 22:26