In the vast and thrilling world of One Piece, the God Valley Incident stands as a defining moment. This legendary battle saw the unlikely alliance of Monkey D. Garp, the “Hero of the Marines,” and the future Pirate King Gol D. Roger, as they faced the terrifying might of Rocks D. Xebec and his notorious Rocks Pirates.
It was a conflict between titans. Xebec’s ruthless crew included three individuals destined to become Yonko: Edward Newgate (Whitebeard), Kaido, and Charlotte Linlin (Big Mom). To control such powerful figures, Xebec himself must have been an almost unimaginable force. How, then, were Roger and Garp able to emerge victorious?
The Balance of Power
Even in their prime, Roger and Whitebeard were portrayed as rivals – their battles were the stuff of legend. With this fierce rivalry in mind, consider the odds facing Roger and Garp at God Valley. In addition to Xebec himself, Shiki, and other fearsome members of the Rocks Pirates, our heroes had to fight three figures powerful enough to one day dominate sections of the seas. Simply containing Whitebeard would have been a monumental task.
Garp, though undeniably the strongest Marine of his era, would have had his hands full alongside Roger against the overwhelming might of the Rocks Pirates. The raw strength of Xebec’s crew alone casts a shadow of doubt over this legendary victory.
Whispers of Treachery
Among One Piece fans, a compelling theory is emerging: The tide at God Valley turned not through combat alone, but through betrayal. Xebec’s power threatened the delicate balance of the world, a fact his own crew would have readily recognized.
Could the World Government and the mysterious Gorosei have manipulated events? We’ve seen their aptitude for political cunning throughout the series. The very concept of the Yonko seems to have arisen from the chaotic fallout of God Valley. Instead of facing justice, Whitebeard, Kaido, and Big Mom were ultimately granted territories and positions of power.
It’s possible that a deal was struck. Perhaps those three infamous pirates turned on Xebec, aiding in the downfall of the Rocks Pirates. If betrayal secured their Yonko status, the pieces fall into place.
Motives and Consequences
Fear of Xebec’s unbridled ambition, a desire to create their own legacies, or a vision of a different world order – any of these motivations could have ignited the spark of mutiny. This theory provides a far more plausible explanation for Roger and Garp’s victory over impossible odds.
We may find whispers of the truth in the tale of Blackbeard. His enigmatic connection to Xebec hints at a larger tale yet to be fully told. As One Piece continues, the legacy of God Valley, and the secrets of the Rocks Pirates, may finally be exposed.
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