The most mysterious and legendary pirate crew finally appeared in the ‘One Piece’ anime
The powerful Rocks Pirates are led by a character who raises many questions.
The ‘One Piece’ anime is currently adapting one of the most pivotal flashbacks in the entire series: the past of Bartholomew Kuma. This storyline is not only emotionally impactful but also serves as the gateway to deeper revelations about the infamous God Valley Incident, a battle that forever shaped the pirate world.
While Eiichiro Oda has yet to fully explore the event in its entirety, the anime has now introduced one of the biggest mysteries in ‘One Piece‘: the Rocks Pirates.
The Rocks Pirates: A crew unlike any other
In a stunning adaptation, the anime finally showcases the Rocks Pirates, a crew so powerful that they once rivaled the World Government itself. Led by the enigmatic Rocks D. Xebec, this legendary crew included some of the strongest names in pirate history, such as:
- Whitebeard, the man who would later become one of the Yonko.
- Big Mom, a fearsome force in the Grand Line.
- Kaidou, known for his overwhelming strength.
These pirates, who would go on to become major antagonists, were once all under Xebec’s command, demonstrating just how formidable he truly was.
Who is Rocks D. Xebec?
Despite his long-awaited introduction, Rocks D. Xebec remains a mystery, as Oda has only teased his backstory.
We know that:
- He directly opposed the World Government in his era.
- Gol D. Roger and Monkey D. Garp teamed up to take him down in the God Valley Incident.
- His crew disbanded after his fall, with its members going on to build their own pirate empires.
Anime adaptation: A masterful reveal
The way the anime handled the Rocks Pirates’ introduction was spectacular.
With multiple iconic panels faithfully animated, fans finally got a brief glimpse at Xebec himself. His voice actor, Shinshu Fuji, brings an intense and commanding presence, further fueling speculation about his future role in ‘One Piece’.
Fuji is known for:
- Masaharu Kaito in the Yakuza series.
- Risotto Nero in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Vento Aureo.
His casting hints that when Oda finally decides to reveal the full extent of Xebec’s story, it will be a moment of epic proportions.
What’s next? Will we see more of the Rocks Pirates?
While the flashback does not fully explore the God Valley Incident, Oda’s careful buildup suggests that a deeper look into Rocks D. Xebec is inevitable.
Could the final saga of ‘One Piece’ finally delve into his true impact on history? For now, the anime has given fans their first taste of this legendary pirate crew, and anticipation for their next appearance has never been higher.
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