One Piece: The Man Marked By Flames Appeared Way Back In Chapter 1?!

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Summary

  • The identity of the Firescar, holder of the final Road Poneglyph, remains a mystery within One Piece.
  • A fan theory suggests Firescar may have interacted with Luffy in Chapter 1 and was potentially a former Roger Pirate.
  • While the theory may be wishful thinking, Oda’s writing could connect seemingly unconnected concepts like this in the series.

The enigma surrounding the true identity of the Man Branded by Flames, also known as ‘Firescar’ among certain circles, remains one of the most intriguing puzzles within the world of One Piece. Following the conclusion of the Wano arc, the key figures of the Worst Generation – namely Luffy’s, Law’s, and Kid’s crews – have started to speculate about the location of the final Road Poneglyph. This ancient artifact is rumored to be in the custody of this elusive figure, who bears a scar connected to fire.

Yet, an intriguing and somewhat unrealistic fan speculation posits that the mysterious Firescar character has not only made an appearance earlier in the One Piece series, but may have even crossed paths with Luffy at the very beginning of the narrative. This article will delve into the known facts about this enigmatic figure and explore whether he could have been introduced within the franchise long before his name was first brought up, spanning over a thousand chapters prior to his initial mention.

The Mystery Of The Man Marked By Flames

When Was He First Shown?

First Mention One Piece, Chapter 1056, “Cross Guild”
First Supposed Appearance One Piece, Chapter 1, “Romance Dawn – The Dawn of Adventure”

To discuss Firescar for the first time, we need to establish who this character actually is, and the best way to do that is by reviewing all available information about him. Unfortunately, there isn’t much known about him at this point, but the most significant detail is that he possesses the final Road Poneglyph, which used to be located on Fishman Island.

As an onlooker, it’s widely speculated among fans that he safeguards his prized possession aboard a vessel so impenetrable that no one dares to seize it from him. Laffitte disclosed that this ship, inexplicably black, leaves behind a trail of powerful whirlpools wherever it ventures, whirlpools strong enough to swallow any pursuer, which is why the final Road Poneglyph, sought by many since Roger’s time, remains elusive. This intrigue has sparked a prevalent theory suggesting that this enigmatic figure might once have sailed with the legendary crew of Roger Pirates.

To be completely honest, what’s got me all hyped up is the theory floating around among fellow One Piece fans. You see, they believe that this mysterious character, Firescal, might have been lurking nearby during Luffy’s very first chapter!

Imagine it: Luffy, sailing peacefully on his little boat, and suddenly he’s confronted by a monstrous whirlpool that threatened to derail his Pirate King dreams before they even began. Some think that Firescal could have been hidden there, watching over him from the shadows!

In essence, this theory about the role of the former Roger Pirates in the current storyline is quite speculative and not universally accepted. Yet, fans have made some intriguing links between past and present characters. Basically, they suggest that these earlier pirates are preparing the ground for a future Pirate King by nurturing Luffy and his crew, as each newly introduced member has either trained or challenged Luffy in some way, subtly shaping him to become a powerful successor who will usher in a new era for the world.

I made up my mind a while back that I will become the Pirate King, even if it means fighting and possibly losing my life in the process.

According to the theory, since the Roger Pirates were aware of the identity and abilities of the world’s upcoming savior, they needed to find a worthy successor for both Roger and Joyboy. This could explain Firescar’s possible past as a member of the Roger Pirates. Upon learning about the boy from East Blue who was the first in 800 years to consume the Nika fruit, he traveled there to evaluate him.

The roles of destiny and inherited power significantly shape the grand narrative of “One Piece”. It’s possible that Firescar went to check if destiny truly favored Luffy and if he was indeed the one Joyboy had been waiting for. He understood that if Luffy perished in the whirlpool so early in the series, then the Nika fruit would select another worthy individual to carry on Joyboy’s legacy, an individual who was fated to fulfill his plans. In simpler terms, Firescar’s debut occurred in the very first chapter as a test for Luffy, creating the giant whirlpool to see if he could overcome it and prove himself worthy of the story that was set to unfold.

How Likely Is This Theory About The Man Marked By Flames?

Does It Make Enough Sense?

  • The Man Marked By Flames could be a former member of the Roger Pirates who went to the East Blue to test Luffy.
  • Or, he may just be someone else entirely and the whirlpool from Chapter 1 was merely a coincidence.

Frankly, this theory is more like a hopeful speculation than a proven fact. While it’s true that Oda has a remarkable talent for weaving seemingly unrelated elements into a coherent narrative, so the possibility that Firescar’s whirlpool-creating abilities were added later may be an afterthought, it’s plausible that he deliberately granted these powers to this enigmatic character as a means of tying him directly to the series’ initial chapter.

From my perspective, it seems highly unlikely that there’s a deliberate connection here. More than likely, the humorously placed whirlpool in Chapter 1 was intended for Luffy, and the resemblance of Firescar’s powers to whirlpools was merely a way to make the challenge of retrieving the Road Poneglyph appear more formidable. Yet, it’s fascinating how Oda manages to intertwine seemingly unrelated concepts with his exceptional storytelling.

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2025-04-23 18:14