This article contains spoilers from One Piece’s Elbaf Arc.
Summary
- Roger discovered the One Piece and true history of the world 25 years ago.
- Roger did not fight Imu because he was too early and dying.
- To challenge Imu, the two sovereigns must be alive, which Roger understood.
The climactic chapter of “One Piece” is now here, and it promises to be even more thrilling than before. The creator, Oda, has expressed that this part of the story is what he’s been most eager to illustrate, which amplifies the anticipation among fans as Luffy and his comrades gear up to confront the Celestial Dragons and other formidable powers worldwide.
In the realm of One Piece, speculation abounds as a fresh conflict unfolds, leaving many enthusiasts puzzled about its necessity. Given that the One Piece is deeply linked to the world’s true past and the Great War, and the Roger Pirates discovered the One Piece years ago, one might question why this war has erupted now. Why didn’t the Roger Pirates confront Imu and his troops instead? However, for those who may have been preoccupied, Oda has already provided an explanation to this query.
The Roger Pirates Found Out The Truth Of The World
- Roger Found The One Piece 25 Years Ago
- Roger Died 24 Years Ago
The Roger Pirate Crew was a formidable group, led by Captain Gol D. Roger. They battled numerous strong pirates and marines, ultimately reaching Laugh Tale, the Final Island on the globe, where the fabled One Piece treasure lay hidden. Roger secured the One Piece and uncovered vital secrets about the world’s past. He discovered the significance of the Ancient Weapons and deciphered the true implications of the “D” as well. Despite these revelations, Roger decided to dissolve his crew. Each member went their separate ways. Later, Roger surrendered to the government, marking the start of the Golden Age of Piracy, which commenced exactly 24 years ago with his execution.
My treasure? You can have it. I left all at that place. Go out and find it! — Roger
Ever since that moment, the universe of One Piece has undergone a transformative shift. Swashbucklers have taken over the high seas, and the One Piece is now the most coveted treasure globally. These events were orchestrated intentionally by Roger, and they’re intrinsically linked to Joy Boy and Nika.
Roger Was Too Early To Fight And Take Down Imu
Roger Was Not The Next Nika
As a devoted fan, I often ponder why old Captain Roger chose not to confront Imu or challenge the World Government, given his profound knowledge of the world’s secrets and the impending doom it faced. However, the truth is more intricate than it appears. While there’s some validity to this assumption, a significant part of it is lost on us fans.
The primary reason Roger remained inactive was not because he lacked the will, but because he recognized that he wasn’t destined to challenge Imu. He was, alas, ahead of his time, as he himself admitted. For the Celestial Dragons to be vanquished, two sovereigns of the world must emerge. At the time when Roger walked the earth, Shirahoshi, the mermaid princess, hadn’t even made her appearance yet. In fact, Neptune, her future husband, was still unaware of who he would one day wed.
We were too early! Someone will come and surpass us. I’m sure of it. — Roger
In order to defeat Imu, Poseidon was indispensable. This is also why Roger never managed to become Joy Boy. Similar to Luffy, Roger could have possessed the Gomu Gomu no Mi, but it remained unclaimed for centuries. The reason lies in the prophecy that demands both rulers to be alive in the same era because they will bring about a new age together.
Roger’s Illness Forced Him To Die
In other words, since Roger was already dying, it would have been pointless for him to be Nika, as his death was imminent. It’s regrettable that Roger lived too short a life, as he would likely have confronted Imu by rallying allies and aligning with Poseidon, had he lived longer. Roger never shied away from a battle, which is why he lamented not being born in the same era as Joy Boy, encompassing both the past and present incarnations.
In a week’s time, we’ll be getting our hands on One Piece Chapter 1151! Just like before, it will be released on Sunday, but keep in mind that in Japan, it drops at midnight JST on Monday. For the majority of international readers, you’ll have access to the chapter on June 8th. The official release date for One Piece Chapter 1151 is indeed June 8, 2025. Excitingly, fans can enjoy reading it for free on Manga Plus!
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2025-06-04 00:14