One Piece: The Only Character To Stop Rocks Has Been Revealed, & It’s Not Roger

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This post contains spoilers for One Piece.

In the world of “One Piece,” it’s widely agreed that Captain Rocks D. Xebec was unquestionably one of the most formidable pirates ever known. His reign and the Rocks Pirates, active many years before the present storyline, continue to be remembered as a lasting testament to their power. The crew as a whole was extraordinarily powerful, but Rocks stood out as the shining star. He possessed an exceptional strength that few could challenge directly. Not too long ago, Eiichiro Oda hinted at one character who might rival Rocks in combat prowess.

Harald And Rocks’s Friendship Finally Came To An End

The Two Were Friends For Many Years

In Chapter 1158 of One Piece, Oda unveiled the circumstances leading to the breakdown of Rocks and Harald’s friendship. It was known that Harald had aspirations for Elbaf to align with the World Government. The leader envisioned grand goals for his nation, achievable only if Elbaf agreed. A significant factor driving Harald’s determination stemmed from his desire to ensure Giants were treated justly by the rest of the world.

For many long years, the Giants of Elbaf lived secluded due to humans perceiving them as threatening and signs of calamity. Many even among the Marines found the Giants terrifying. Harald, however, believed that by aligning with the World Government, a chance would arise for humans to understand that not all Giants were harmful. The Five Elders saw an opportunity to further their own interests when they noticed Harald’s ambition and thus proposed a deal: They offered Elbaf affiliation with the World Government, but it came with a condition – Harald had to eliminate Rocks.

Harald Was One Of The Strongest Characters In One Piece

Harald Was Able To Stop Rocks D. Xebec

  • Harald has insane physical strength
  • He also had access to different types of Haki

Following his discovery of the high price tag associated with his dream, Harald psychologically prepared himself for the potential dissolution of a deep-rooted friendship. Upon Rocks’ arrival in Elbaf, an electrifying clash ensued between them and Harald. The pirate revealed to Harald that the World Government was exploiting the Giants for their own gain, intending to mobilize their power and eventually transform them into soldiers. However, despite Rocks’ persuasive rhetoric, it failed to sway Harald. The ruler of Elbaf aspired to merge Elbaf with the wider world, aiming to liberate the Giants from the shackles of their past.

Rocks and Harald engaged in a fierce battle that went on until they were both drained of energy. On the brink of the fight’s conclusion, it became evident that both combatants had endured numerous wounds. Their faces were streaked with blood, and they bore bruises all over. The fight ended inconclusively, indicating that Harald was an equally formidable opponent to Rocks, who was renowned as the strongest pirate of his era. Harald’s impressive physical power and his Haki made him a danger to anyone. Given this, Rocks made a concerted effort to enlist Harald.

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In a long-lasting battle, Rocks and Harald fought each other until they were utterly exhausted. As the fight neared its end, it was clear that both had suffered significant injuries. Their faces were smeared with blood, and they showed signs of numerous bruises. The fight ended in a draw, signifying that Harald could stand his ground against Rocks, who was known as the mightiest pirate then. Harald’s remarkable strength and Haki made him a menacing adversary. Consequently, Rocks pursued Harald vigorously to enlist him.

Harald And Rocks Likely Fought Again In God Valley

After their confrontation on Elbaf, the bond between Harald and Rocks disintegrated, as it became evident that they held contrasting perspectives. It’s worth noting that Harald and Rocks hadn’t crossed paths since the God Valley Incident. It could be that Harald was summoned to God Valley to safeguard the Celestial Dragons or perhaps he was forced into servitude due to his power. The scenarios are numerous, but there’s no denying that Harald was present in God Valley when Rocks D. Xebec fell.

I am the King. —Harald

It’s apparent that Eiichiro Oda intends to unveil significant insights concerning the God Valley Incident in the forthcoming chapters, promising essential details for readers. This means fans should anticipate discovering the true background of the event, such as its reasons and causes.

Despite his immense strength, the mystery remains as to how Rocks met his end during the God Valley Incident. It seems none of the characters were able to defeat him. Furthermore, it’s intriguing to uncover the reasons behind Roger forming an alliance with Garp to take down Rocks. Though they were rivals, there was mutual respect between them without any hostility. So, what prompted Roger to be so determined to eradicate him?

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2025-09-02 21:07