The final arc of the long-running manga One Piece is set to unfold soon, leaving fans with numerous questions and speculations. The creator, Eiichiro Oda, has hinted at some intriguing information regarding the upcoming events, including compelling details about the final storyline that were revealed during an interview conducted in 2011.
In the aforementioned interview, Oda stated: “It will be soon; a legendary figure hidden in the world of One Piece will be revealed. This character will become the greatest challenge that Luffy and his crew have ever faced. He will appear at some point. There may be a connection between this character and Rocks D. Xebec. Sorry, I might have said too much, so I need to be careful. The Marineford War? Compared to that, it will be just a mere game.”
The description Oda provided seems entirely consistent with the character of Rocks D. Xebec. This legendary figure, notorious for his powerful crew comprising influential characters such as Whitebeard, Big Mom, and Kaido, was the foundation of the Rocks Pirates. Rocks was believed to have been defeated by the Marine Admiral Sengoku, but many theories suggest that he may still be alive.
Currently, we cannot be certain about what exactly transpired in the God Valley incident, only knowing that the Roger Pirates and Rocks D. Xebec’s crew clashed. However, the disappearance of a character who is perceived as having vanished without a trace is not uncommon in the world of One Piece.
Thinking a little deeper, there may be nothing “random” about Oda mentioning the details regarding the Rocks Pirates. Undoubtedly, this crew must play a significant role in the storyline, particularly in the final arc.
A few upcoming events in One Piece also suggest that the Straw Hat Pirates will face a new enemy unlike any they have encountered before. These elements raise an enticing question: who will be the final antagonist in One Piece?
