One Piece: The Secret Dead Gorosei From The Past, Explained

One Piece: The Secret Dead Gorosei From The Past, Explained

As a seasoned One Piece fanatic, I’ve been following this captivating tale since its inception, and I must say that the latest theories about the Elders have me hooked! The idea that there might have been an Elder before Ju Peter is intriguing, to say the least. It’s akin to discovering a hidden chapter in a well-loved book, and it adds another layer of depth to the storyline.


This article contains spoilers from One Piece’s Egghead Arc.

Key Takeaways

  • The Five Elders are confirmed as immortal in One Piece, regardless of injuries sustained.
  • Chapter 1125 revealed the shocking death of Elder Saturn, leading to speculation on previous Elders.
  • Younger Elder Ju Peter may hint at a former Elder from the Manmeyer family, implying a unique backstory.

In chapter 1125 of “One Piece”, fans witnessed several thrilling advancements in the plot, but the most startling occurrence undeniably happened with the demise of one Five Elders’ member – St. Jaygarcia Saturn. Saturn was previously introduced during the Egghead arc and served as the main adversary within this storyline. Many viewers anticipated his downfall, yet not in the manner it transpired. Throughout the Egghead arc, Saturn engaged in numerous battles against Luffy and other pirates, often holding his own. Despite Luffy overpowering him at times, Saturn managed to endure, suggesting that he was a formidable opponent even for the Straw Hat pirate crew.

Following Luffy and the Straw Hat crew’s escape from Egghead and their journey towards Elbaf, readers anticipated the fallout of the arc, knowing that the Marines and the Elders would soon appear in the narrative. In One Piece chapter 1125, this prediction came true as fans witnessed Saturn and other Elders grappling with the repercussions of Egghead’s events. For Saturn, these consequences were particularly severe, leading to his demise, and a newer, younger Elder taking over in his place. Although this was an unexpected turn of events, it’s not the first time the story has depicted a new Elder assuming office.

The Age Of All The Five Elders Was Recently Confirmed In One Piece

  • The Elders Have Been Alive For Many Centuries
  • Saturn Had A 200-Year-Old Flashback

The chapter 1125 of One Piece seems to have solidified the idea that the Five Elders are Immortal. During the Egghead Island Arc, it became evident to fans that the Elders possessed extraordinary powers, as they appeared invincible. Most notably, they didn’t die despite numerous attempts by Luffy and other pirates to harm them, be it slashing their chests or blowing them up. Instead, they would swiftly regenerate. Even Luffy, with his Gear 5, found himself unable to defeat them and chose to retreat instead. This was the first indication that the Elders might be Immortal. Later on, more evidence came to light through Vegapunk’s cover story, which revealed that even 40 years ago, the Elders looked exactly as they do now. This further suggested that the Elders are essentially Immortal.

If even this wasn’t convincing enough for fans, chapter 1125 of One Piece provided additional evidence that the Elders have indeed lived for many centuries. In this chapter, readers were treated to a flashback from St. Jaygarcia Saturn, which took place 200 years ago. During this time, the Iron Giant attacked Marijoa, and it was Saturn who granted permission to the scientists to investigate the giant, with the aim of making it a valuable resource for the World Government.

It is useless! These guys cannot die! – Luffy

Indeed, this strategic mistake ended up aiding the Pirates’ escape, which unfortunately resulted in Saturn’s demise. However, it’s crucial to note that Saturn was alive 200 years ago and appears exactly as he does now. This suggests that all the Elders are Immortal and they undoubtedly participated in the Void Century war against Joy Boy.

Saint Ju Peter’s Younger Appearance and The Possibility Of A Former Dead Elder

Saint Ju Peter Might Be Young For A Reason

In the world of One Piece, all the Elders are traditionally older characters. For instance, St Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro sports a bald head and immense power, while St Marcus Mars, St Topman Warcury, and St Jaygarcia Saturn also exhibit elderly features. However, among this group, there’s an exception – St Shepherd Ju Peter is the only Elder who does not appear to be old. Previously, his youthful appearance might have seemed insignificant, but recent developments in One Piece, such as the demise of St Saturn, have sparked speculation among fans about whether Ju Peter was an original Elder or perhaps someone assumed the role at a younger age.

Ju Peter seems to be the youngest among his peers, surprising many fans. During the Void Century, he was one of the youngest Kings and joined forces with others in their struggle against Joy Boy. However, this war lasted a century. If Ju Peter were 100 years old during that time, he would have been as old as the other Elders. Yet, his youthful appearance suggests there might have been another Elder before him. The fate of this previous Elder is revealed in One Piece chapter 1125.

In chapter 1125 of One Piece, Imu is shown to have ended Saturn’s life. This was achieved through the use of Imu’s potent Haki and other abilities, which drained Saturn of his vital energy. An alternative way to phrase this could be that Imu took away Saturn’s immortality. A similar fate may have befallen the previous Elder due to his mistakes during the Void Century or its closing period. This suggests that the former Elder disappointed Imu in some manner and was severely punished for it. Replacing him was none other than Saint Shepherd Ju Peter, which explains why he is relatively young compared to others in his position.

Who Could’ve Been The Former Elder Before Ju Peter?

The Former Elder Could’ve Been A Unique Family

One Piece: The Secret Dead Gorosei From The Past, Explained

It’s possible that St. Shepard Ju Peter was one of the original Elders, though there’s also the possibility that someone else took his place. The identity of this individual remains a mystery to fans because they come from the Founding 20, a group about which we know very little. Only ten families from the Founding 20 are known by name, and this mysterious figure can’t be linked to any of them, including the Nefertari family. This leaves only four possibilities: the families of the Five Elders, the Figarland Family, the Donquixote Family, or the Nerona Family.

Man, times are tough out here, but us gamers know that when things get rough, we can band together and overcome anything. So let’s team up, my fellow veterans of the gaming world, and strive to turn this chaos into something better! – Garling Figarland

Well, I’m part of the Nerona clan, which narrows down the other two influential families – the Manmeyer and Donquixote clans. It seems the Donquixote family wasn’t involved in this, so that leaves us with the Manmeyers. Could it be that our late Elder was from this family? Or maybe it was any other of the lesser-known families among the remaining ten.

One Piece: The Secret Dead Gorosei From The Past, Explained

At the current moment, Oda could choose to follow either path. Although it hasn’t been verified, there was an Elder before Ju Peter, but his youthful appearance compared to other Elders raises questions about this discrepancy, which could potentially provide an explanation.

Readers can access “One Piece” through Viz Media. Officially and at no cost, fans can read it on the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus apps. The upcoming chapter of “One Piece,” titled “One Piece 1126,” will be published on September 15, 2024.

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2024-09-09 00:04