One Piece: The Strongest Elder REVEALED! (You Won’t Believe Who)

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This article contains spoilers from One Piece’s Elbaf arc.

Summary

  • The Five Elders in One Piece are immensely powerful, immortal, and possess impressive Yokai abilities.
  • Garling Figarland is revealed as the strongest Elder due to his youth, active fighting, and leadership in combat.
  • Unlike other Elders, Garling does not have immortality, making him a unique and powerful figure in the series.

In the climactic chapters of “One Piece,” some characters have emerged as crucial figures, receiving increased attention from author Oda. These key figures are none other than the Five Elders. These elders, though often seen in the background, have been manipulating events and governing world politics subtly but effectively throughout the series.

Now, it appears that due to necessity, the Five Elders are engaging directly in battles, much like on Egghead. It’s well-known among fans that these Elders possess immense power and their strength is awe-inspiring. Yet, it seems not all of them share equal strength, and there’s a chance that Oda has already given fans a glimpse into the most powerful Elder yet.

The Power Of The Five Elders Is Immense In One Piece

  • They Are All Immortal
  • They All Possess Yokai Abilities

In the storyline of “One Piece,” the Five Elders were initially perceived as mighty, monstrous figures by many viewers. However, some fans view them more as global political leaders. During the Egghead arc, the way people perceive the Five Elders shifted significantly. Now, it’s widely accepted that they possess extraordinary power and unique skills that set them apart from others. For instance, in the Egghead arc, the first elder, Saturn, was unveiled to have the power of Immortality. He demonstrated exceptional Haki and an astonishing ability to heal from any injuries sustained. Despite Luffy outmatching Saturn in combat, he couldn’t defeat him, making dealing with him a challenging task.

Then, let’s to work shall we, fellow Elders! — Garling Figarland

Apart from Saturn, viewers also caught glimpses of the other Elders on Egghead, each possessing a distinct Yokai ability. Whereas Saturn commanded the Gyuki, Ju Peter demonstrated the Sandworm, Mars unleashed the Itsumade, Nusjuro wielded the Bakotsu, and lastly, Warcury controlled the Houki. Each of these abilities was awe-inspiring, with Warcury’s display on Egghead being particularly impressive.

Why Garling Figarland Is The Strongest Of The Five Elders

Garling Is On An Entirely Different Level

After the occurrence of Egghead, viewers witnessed the demise of Saint Saturn at Imu’s hands. This left one fewer elder alive in the world. A new elder was required, and it was Garling Figarland who stepped up to fill this role, being the most powerful among the Five Elders in One Piece.

The man was exalted as the Champion of God Valley, Garling Figarland. — Narrator

Garling Figarland stands out among the Elders for several reasons. Firstly, unlike the other Elders, he isn’t particularly old. Though he was in his prime during the God Valley Incident around 38 years ago, he is still younger than most of them. Secondly, while the Gorosei spend their time in the Room of Authority at Pangaea Castle, Garling is an active fighter. He led the Holy Knights as their Supreme Commander and is said to be the strongest among them, even stronger than his own son, Figarland Shamrock, who is often compared to Shanks.

Should his Haki be even slightly on par with Shanks, and if his power matches legendary figures like Roger and Whitebeard – those who engaged in battle at God Valley – it becomes undeniable that he surpasses all other Five Elders in strength.

Will Garling Figarland Get A Yokai Ability?

In the world of One Piece, Garling stands out as an exception among the Holy Knights and Elders due to his apparent mortality. While it’s common knowledge that these figures are immortal, Garling seems to be an anomaly given his visible aging from his days at God Valley. This suggests that unlike other Elders, Garling did not receive the power of immortality through Imu’s contract.

It’s unclear why this is so, but there’s a possibility that, similar to Shamrock, Garling’s sword might be inhabited by a spirit or supernatural entity rather than Garling himself.

Get ready for the next chapter of One Piece, number 1148! It’s due out in two weeks, and as per the norm, it will be released on a Sunday. For our Japanese friends, that means it hits shelves at midnight JST on Monday. But don’t worry, most international readers should be able to access the chapter on May 11. So mark your calendars! The official release date for One Piece Chapter 1148 is May 11, 2025. Best of all, you can read it for free on Manga Plus!

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2025-04-30 23:37