Currently, spoilers for the Elbaf arc keep the God Valley Incident as one of the biggest and most intriguing mysteries in One Piece . After all, little is known about the reason for this event, nor about what really happened on that island. What the manga has revealed so far are only the names of the main people involved and the Rocks Pirates' attempt to recover a lost treasure.
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Previously, Sengoku highlighted that Rocks D. Xebec was one of the most powerful pirates in history, and also Gol D. Roger 's first and greatest rival . Therefore, many fans believe there was a deep relationship between them, one that went beyond simply being enemies vying for the title of Pirate King.
Roger and Rocks: Friends before they became rivals?
For a long time, it was believed that Roger and Whitebeard were the two greatest pirates before the start of the main story. However, we later discovered that Rocks D. Xebec preceded them both, leading the most feared pirate crew of all time. As reported by Sengoku, Rocks was Roger's first major rival—a rather significant statement, considering that Roger was also a contemporary of Whitebeard, Garp, and St. Figarland Garling.
Therefore, many theorize that this legendary rivalry stemmed from a shared past. While mere speculation, the hypothesis makes sense when considering the ambition of both and the constant clashes between their crews. The theory suggests that Roger and Rocks may have been friends in the past but drifted apart, becoming enemies.
The possible connection through the "brothers of Sake"
A recurring concept in One Piece is that of the "Sake Brothers," representing familial bonds created between characters who drink together. Luffy, Ace, and Sabo are the most emblematic example, which could indicate that Roger and Rocks also began their journeys as close friends.
Furthermore, many fans speculate that Garp could have been the third member of this group. In fact, Roger entrusted the creation of Ace to Garp, demonstrating a relationship of respect and trust. Therefore, this would add a tragic layer to the fact that Roger and Garp joined forces to defeat Rocks in God Valley.
Could this theory be true?
Undeniably, this theory is fascinating, but it lacks concrete evidence. However, we know that Oda has a talent for transforming speculation into coherent plots. For now, we can only wait anxiously until he decides to reveal the full details about the God Valley Incident.
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