Unveiling the 10 Most Shocking Celestial Dragon Families in One Piece!

Summary

  • The World Nobles in One Piece are descendants of the 20 original kingdoms, which eventually became the Celestial Dragon clans.
  • Not all Celestial Dragon families are inherently evil – some members have shown kindness and humanity.
  • The origins, characteristics, and powers of each known Celestial Dragon family in One Piece are explored.

In the realm of One Piece, many inhabitants view the Celestial Dragons as the dregs of society. They occupy the highest tiers of power due to their lineage from the initial 20 kingdoms that established the current social structure centuries ago. Their alliance to overthrow the Ancient Kingdom 800 years back is the root cause of the disparity observed across the planet today.

In the expansive tale of “One Piece”, there are 20 lineages of Celestial Dragons, many of which persist in various guises up to the present. Out of these families, merely 10 have been unveiled so far, and even fewer have had their histories or narratives delved into significantly. Let’s examine each of the known Celestial Dragon families and discuss what has been disclosed about them thus far.

The Figarland Family

Some of the Most Important Celestial Dragons

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 1, “Romance Dawn – The Dawn of Adventure”
Notable Members St. Figarland Garling, St. Figarland Shamrock, Shanks

I’ve observed that the Figarland family is undeniably one of the most recognized and adored among all Celestial Dragon families featured within this series. While Shanks made his debut in the initial chapter, it wasn’t until Chapter 1134 of the manga where his lineage as a Celestial Dragon was unequivocally confirmed. However, this revelation sparked much discussion and debate among the community about Shanks’ origins as a member of such an esteemed family.

The Figarland family is powerfully influential, suggesting they’ve held such status since the inception of the World Government 800 years ago. Interestingly, only Garling and Shamrock are known to have served as Supreme Commanders of the Gods’ Knights, which hints that this might be a position passed down through generations. Yet, their native land remains undisclosed, but they are indisputably one of the most prominent or even the preeminent clan among the Celestial Dragons.

The Donquixote Family

A Vast Variety Of Celestial Dragons

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 233, “The World’s Greatest Power”
Notable Members Doflamingo, Corazon, St. Donquixote Mjosgard, St. Donquixote Homing

Among all the noble families in the world of One Piece, the Donquixote clan stands out as the most intriguing. While it’s common knowledge that Celestial Dragons as a whole are corrupt and beyond redemption, the Donquixote family is unique in having some members who have managed to rediscover their humanity, with Shanks being the most notable exception outside of this clan. However, it should be noted that Doflamingo, a member of the Donquixote clan, is widely considered one of the series’ most wicked and captivating villains.

Despite being from distinguished families like Corazon, Mjosgard, and Homing, they were all humble individuals who didn’t consider themselves superior to common folk. This was the reason behind Homing’s initial departure from Marijoa, while Mjosgard realized his mistake due to Queen Otohime’s actions. Unlike other noble families, the Donquixote family’s original homeland – Dressrosa – is known, as they left it behind to settle in the Holy Land. Instead, Dressrosa was governed by the Riku dynasty after their departure.

The Shepherd Family

A High-Ranking Family

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 233, “The World’s Greatest Power”
Notable Members St. Shepherd Ju Peter, St. Shepherd Summers

The Shepherd clan stands out as a highly influential branch among the Celestial Dragon lineage, given that one of its members occupies a position among the 5 Elders, serving as the visible representatives of the World Government’s top echelons. At present, details about their native land or the actual might of the family remain undisclosed. What is known, however, is that one individual within the clan holds a seat among the Gorosei and another serves as a Gods’ Knight.

The connection between Ju Peter and Summers continues to puzzle people, as they strongly resemble each other in terms of physical features and age. While it’s generally believed that becoming an Elder bestows immortality, suggesting that Ju Peter might have been made the God of Agriculture Warrior long ago during his youth, which could make him older than Summers.

The Rosward Family

Incredibly Cruel Celestial Dragons

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 497, “Adventure on the Archipelago of Dancing Soap Bubbles”
Notable Members St. Rosward, St. Charlos, St. Shalria

In their encounter at the Sabaody Archipelago, the heroes initially met the Rosward family, who were among the first confirmed Celestial Dragons. This family’s image is often linked with the Celestial Dragons as a group due to their cruel and malicious nature. They derive pleasure from others’ pain and even consider the common people’s air impure.

The family members who were seen behaved poorly towards others and felt they were superior, taking whatever they encountered as their right. Among the fans of “One Piece”, St. Charlos, the son of the family’s head, is widely disliked. Many fans cheer when Luffy lands a punch on him, considering it one of the most satisfying moments in the series.

The Ethanbaron Family

The Family of the Warrior God of Finance

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 233, “The World’s Greatest Power”
Notable Members St. Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro

The given name pattern among the Celestial Dragons, where they put their family name first, suggests that this elder might hail from the Ethanbaron lineage. It’s unclear if ‘Ethanbaron’ is indeed the name of his specific clan within the Celestial Dragons. However, what has been disclosed is that the only identified member of this potential family is a powerful character in One Piece, who holds the title of Warrior God of Finance among the Five Elders.

In the Egghead storyline, V. Nusjuro played a pivotal role among his fellow contemporaries as a main antagonist. His character was particularly notable for undergoing the powerful Bakotsu Yokai transformation, making him the most skilled martially of the Five Elders. Furthermore, it is suggested that he possesses a Supreme Grade Sword, the Shodai Kitetsu, which holds an infamous reputation across the globe, enhancing his status as one of the toughest adversaries faced by the heroes during the Final War.

The Marcus Family

The Family of the Warrior God of the Environment

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 233, “The World’s Greatest Power”
Notable Members St. Marcus Mars

In much the same way as Nusjuro’s family name can be confusingly similar to its clan leader, St. Marcus Mars carries a godly title that might be mistaken for the name of an individual. This esteemed figure is none other than the Environment’s Warrior Deity, a prominent figure within the World Government hierarchy. Similar to the other initial five Elders, he was pivotal during the Egghead saga, showcasing his powerful Itsumade Yokai form as a testament to his central antagonistic role in that arc.

Among all the Yokai forms of the Elders, Mars stands out as the sole one capable of flight. This ability arises from his demonic transformation, which has morphed him into an enormous bird-like being. Whether this power stems from a Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit or an entirely novel energy system remains uncertain.

The Jaygarcia Family

The Family of the Warrior God of Science and Defense

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 233, “The World’s Greatest Power”
Notable Members St. Jaygarcia Saturn

As an avid fan, I must admit that among the Elders on Egghead, Saturn stood out as a formidable adversary. Unlike his peers, he was assigned the crucial mission of personally visiting the island. This role elevated him to a sort of ‘chief antagonist.’

In terms of his Yokai transformation, Saturn morphed into the terrifying Gyuki – a demonic spider-like entity that radiates lethal poison. This venom appears deadly enough to claim the life of any unfortunate soul who crosses its path.

Originally, Saturn held the dual roles of the God of Science and Defense among the five ancient leaders. Yet, due to Imu viewing Saturn’s actions on Egghead as a disappointment, they took away his powers and immortality, ending his life instantly. Imu suspected that Saturn had facilitated Joyboy’s escape and was responsible for releasing his Haki from Emet, leading to his demise, with Garling taking over in Saturn’s place.

The Topman Family

The Family of the Warrior God of Justice

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 233, “The World’s Greatest Power”
Notable Members St. Topman Warcury

I, an observer, bear witness to the formidable figure of St. Topman Warcury, the God of Justice among the esteemed Five Elders. Much like his fellow deities, he possesses a remarkable Yokai transformation, famously known as Fengxi. This demonic metamorphosis converts him into an imposing warthog, a transformation that boasts unparalleled durability within the pantheon of the Five Elders’ Yokai forms. In fact, Luffy’s mighty Red Roc could not inflict the slightest scratch on him, showcasing his remarkable resilience.

Indeed, during the course of events, Luffy unintentionally injured his own hand. Even when he delivered a powerful punch imbued with Haki while transformed in Gear 5, it proved ineffective against Warcury and caused further pain to Luffy’s damaged hand. Notably, Warcury exhibits remarkable speed and agility for his massive form, even releasing Haki-enhanced roars that can incapacitate several characters simultaneously.

The Limosiv Family

The Family of a Gods’ Knight

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 1140, “Scopper Gaban”
Notable Members St. Limosiv Qilingham

In the series, it’s the Limosiv family from the Celestial Dragons that has recently made an appearance. The sole individual identified is St. Qilingham, who is part of the Gods’ Knights and was transported to Elbaf alongside St. Summers for their task. Since Shamrock needs to return to Marijoa, they’re called back. Unfortunately, not much else is known about the Limosiv family. However, it appears that Qilingham possesses a potent Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit, transforming him into a creature from Chinese mythology – the Qilin.

The Manmayer Family

A Mysterious Gods’ Knight From God Valley

First Appearance One Piece, Chapter 1096, “Kumachi”
Notable Members Unknown

Apart from the Manmayer family, no other Celestial Dragon lineage has been identified by name. Yet, details about the Manmayers remain shrouded in mystery. The only known fact is that one of their kin was a member of the Gods’ Knights 38 years ago during the God Valley Incident. This individual participated in the Native Hunting Competition and may have later joined the Gods’ Knights in their struggle against pirates.

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2025-03-01 17:34