The Untold Story of Scopper Gaban: One Piece’s Legendary Helmsman

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Summary

  • Scopper Gaban was a key member of the Roger Pirates, likely serving as the helmsman and fighting alongside Roger and Rayleigh.
  • Scopper’s strength was highlighted during the battle against the Whitebeard Pirates, where he fought Kozuki Oden on equal footing, impressing everyone with his power.
  • Scopper eventually settled in Elbaf after the Roger Pirates disbanded.

It’s common knowledge that the crew of the Pirate King undertook the most epic journey ever, being the only ones in existence to set foot on the ultimate island in the Grand Line and encounter the legendary One Piece treasure. As a result, each member of the Roger Pirates remains a legendary figure to this day, hunted by the World Government for an astronomical sum of berries.

Among these pirates, none attained the levels of power and awe equivalent to Gol D. Roger himself, or the right and left-hand men of the Pirate King – Rayleigh and Scopper respectively. For decades, there has been much debate about Scopper’s identity. Finally, in Chapter 1139 of the One Piece manga, we learned that he stood side by side with Roger and Rayleigh. Now let’s delve into the path that led Scopper to settle on Elbaf.

The Legendary Scopper Gaban’s Journey

The Left Wing of the Pirate King

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 19, “Devil Fruit”
Debut Date December 1, 1997
Story Arc Orange Town

In the world of One Piece, no pirate gang has embarked on an adventure as monumental or influential as the Roger Pirates. They earned the title of the most legendary pirate crew in history by being the only ones to discover Laugh Tale and behold the actual treasure of Joyboy, a tale shrouded in legend. During this epic voyage, they unveiled the secrets of the world and solved the enigmas of the Void Century. For all these years, Shanks was always alongside the Pirate King.

Although his specific job within the Roger Pirates isn’t explicitly stated, he frequently appears steering the ship, suggesting that he functions as the helmsman. This role is crucial on any vessel because the helmsman guides the ship from its starting point to its destination, as dictated by the navigator. It’s plausible that this individual was instrumental in navigating his crew all the way to Laugh Tale too.

I love it when trouble is caused by other people!

Scopper’s background is unclear, yet he’s verified as an early member of the Roger Pirates, having been present at the God Valley Incident, which occurred 38 years before the series begins – a significant event in world history and one of the earliest exploits by Gol D. Roger’s crew. During this conflict, Scopper was a witness to the action. Although details about his specific battles or contributions during the incident are unknown, it’s reasonable to assume that he played a crucial role given the powerful adversaries also present.

Following this occurrence, the Roger Crew retrieved a chest from God’s Valley and discovered baby Shanks within it. Subsequently, on another island, the Edd War Battle unfolded. The Roger Crew engaged in combat against the formidable fleet of the renowned Golden Lion Shiki. Remarkably, they emerged victorious despite the fact that a storm decimated most of Shiki’s forces. Consequently, Gaban was among those present during this battle.

Following this event, there was a pivotal point in his odyssey: a three-day long clash between Roger’s and Whitebeard’s forces on an unspecified island. This confrontation served as a striking demonstration of Scopper’s extraordinary abilities, as he engaged Kozuki Oden in combat for those same three days without either party gaining the upper hand. The battle ended inconclusively, but it’s worth mentioning that Oden possessed the power to instantly vanquish Kaido, underscoring just how formidable Scopper truly is.

Following this significant occurrence, Oden would embark on the Roger Pirates’ grand voyage around the world, during which they uncovered every Poneglyph and were the first in 800 years to reach Laugh Tale, encountering Joyboy’s legendary hoard, causing them all to laugh. Upon this conclusion, their existence as a united team ceased, with each member returning to their respective home islands.

At that very instant, with the incredible wealth lying plainly before us, Roger burst out laughing!

Despite it being clear that the crew traveled to Elbab, the precise timeline of their visit relative to their quest for the One Piece treasure remains unclear. Given the progress of the Straw Hat Pirates’ journey, it is plausible that the initial appearance of the Roger Pirates in Elbab occurred prior to reaching Laugh Tale. After the crew disbanded, Scopper chose to settle in Elbab and has been there for at least 20 years, as his son Colon is that age. During his stay, he wedded Giant Ripley and established a family with her.

Scopper’s Importance To The Story

What Role Does This Man Serve?

Previously mentioned, Scopper plays a pivotal role within the series, and this significance continues on a thematic level, suggesting he mirrors Sanji and could foreshadow developments for the Monster Trio. In Chapter 1139, it becomes clear that Scopper’s power levels were at least comparable to Roger and Rayleigh, as they were often depicted as peers or standing together.

Beyond this, Sanji shares several humorous traits with his character, notably his excessive fondness for females. These similarities have sparked speculation among fans that by the series finale, Luffy, Zoro, and Sanji will possess comparable strength levels, or at least be in the same power bracket. While many believe this to be a possibility based on Chapter 1139’s text, it seems unlikely to happen, yet what an exciting turn of events that would be!

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2025-02-09 22:26