One Piece: Worst Yonko Revealed

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

Summary

Luffy, Buggy, and Blackbeard are among the Yonko in One Piece.
Luffy and Buggy have served as Yonko for a few weeks.
Shanks has served as a Yonko for 6 years, while Kaido and Big Mom have served for around 20-24 years.

In the realm of “One Piece”, the Yonko are renowned as the most formidable pirates, justifiably so. Through their deeds over time, they have amassed not only immense power but also a reputation that makes the Navy think twice before confronting them. It’s only natural that these powerful figures exhibit extraordinary strength and boast bounties in the billions.

In essence, throughout the series, the Yonko are recognized as the most powerful characters, but it’s important to note that they aren’t invincible. Over time, several Yonko have been defeated or succeeded by new, formidable pirates, and some have even met their end. Here is a list of the Yonko who have held their positions for the longest in the world of One Piece.

7. Luffy

Served As Yonko For: A Few Weeks

In the world of One Piece, Luffy has recently been recognized as one of the Yonko, following his victory over Kaido, a former Sea Emperor, during the Wano Country storyline. This significant event transpired just a short while ago in the One Piece universe. With Kaido’s defeat confirmed, Luffy was crowned the new Emperor, and his bounty was increased to an impressive 3 billion berries.

It’s evident that Luffy has earned his position as a Yonko, considering he is among the strongest pirates within the series at present. There aren’t many characters who can match him in power and status, making it only natural for them to share the spotlight with him as the other Yonkos of this new era.

6. Buggy

Served As Yonko For: A Few Weeks

As a fellow pirate enthusiast, I can’t help but marvel at Buggy’s meteoric rise! Much like Luffy, he’s recently ascended to the rank of Yonko, although it’s whispered that his reign has been as lengthy as Luffy’s own. You see, before this, Buggy was a Sea Warlord, an honor bestowed upon him post-Paramount War. This promotion came after he struck a deal with the World Government, possibly due to his strong influence over both the Red Hair Pirates and his past association with the Roger Pirates.

Following the end of the Warlord system, Buggy found himself back in criminal territory. It was then that Crocodile and Mihawk intervened, but a significant miscommunication resulted in Buggy being perceived as their leader. Given this association with powerful figures like Red Haired Shanks and the former Pirate King, Roger, anyone capable of controlling these two formidable individuals would undoubtedly be strong enough to claim Emperor status. Consequently, Buggy was tagged with a massive bounty of 3.189 billion berries and was recognized as one of the Four Emperors, alongside Luffy.

5. Blackbeard

Served As Yonko For: Around 1 Year

Blackbeard, a relatively recent Sea Emperor, succeeded Whitebeard as the Yonko following the Great Paramount War. In the New World, he gradually seized territories that had previously belonged to Whitebeard. After engaging in battle with the remaining members of the Whitebeard Pirates, he defeated them about a year ago.

According to canonical lore, Blackbeard ascended to the position of Emperor following the Grudge War. However, in more recent narratives, it’s been revealed that his imperial title wasn’t bestowed upon him until after the Rocky Port Incident, a concurrent event where Blackbeard defeated pirate Whang Zhi with aid from Trafalgar Law and Koby. At this point, fans have established that he has been Emperor for approximately a year.

4. Shanks

Served As Yonko For: 6 Years

In the narrative, it’s been highlighted that Shanks is relatively fresh among the Yonko. However, despite his recent ascension, fans are well aware of his immense power, boasting a bounty of 4.0489 billion berries. Regardless of being new, Shanks has served for at least six years in this position, which undeniably represents a substantial time frame.

Readers acknowledge Shanks as possessing immense strength, and while his maximum capacity remains unknown, he is undoubtedly powerful enough to rank among the top contenders for the strongest character globally, or even surpass them.

3. Kaido

Served As Yonko For: Around 20-24 Years

38 years ago, I was part of the fearsome Rocks Pirate crew. Tragically, our ship was shattered, but four years later, fate brought me and the remnants of our crew to the New World. Here, we rebuilt our strength and power. It wasn’t until about 20-24 years ago that I ascended to the lofty title of one of the Four Emperors in the vast world of One Piece, a testament to my unyielding spirit and resilience.

It’s strongly suggested that Kaido had already risen to the rank of Yonko during his fight with Oden, around two decades back.

2. Big Mom

Served As Yonko For: Around 20-24 Years

One Piece character, Big Mom, is known as one of the most powerful figures, much like Kaido, who were part of Rocks’ crew many years ago. Approximately 34 years past, Big Mom began building her formidable reputation, and it’s widely assumed that she joined the ranks of the Yonko around 24 years ago following the demise of Roger, making her one of the longest-lasting Yonko in the narrative.

1. Whitebeard

Served As Yonko For: About 24 Years

Indeed, it was none other than Whitebeard, formerly Newgate of the Rocks Pirates, who served the longest as Emperor in the world of One Piece. Thirty-eight years prior, his original crew was disbanded, but approximately 34 years ago, he established his own pirate group and quickly gained a formidable reputation on the seas.

In the thrilling annals of One Piece, I once crossed swords with the legendary Captain Roger, a duel that took place more than two decades back in our vibrant world. The title of Yonko had yet to be conceived at that time. Following his coronation as the Pirate King and subsequent demise, the idea of the Four Emperors was born, presumably around 24 years ago, with me being one of them.

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