One Piece Chapter 1095: Mind-blowing God Valley Flashback Unveils Shocking Secrets of Shanks' Figarland Connection!

One Piece chapter 1095 is set to be officially released on October 16, 2023. At this time, only limited information is available through leaks. According to the spoiler summary and raw scans, the chapter reveals important details about the series' lore, particularly concerning the origins of "Red Hair" Shanks.

Shanks, who was once an apprentice of Gol D. Roger, serves as a role model for Monkey D. Luffy and was instrumental in inspiring him to become a pirate. Notably, Shanks possesses immense power, capable of intimidating Marine Admiral Ryogyoku, swiftly defeating Worst Generation Supernova Eustass Kid, and engaging in formidable battles with "Hawk Eyes" Dracule Mihawk, the World's Strongest Swordsman. Given his influential standing, Shanks is a significant figure in the pirate world.

Disclaimer: This article contains major spoilers from the One Piece manga up to chapter 1095.

Shanks, despite his prominent role, remains a mysterious character with an enigmatic backstory and undisclosed true intentions. The unveiling of the first spoilers of One Piece 1095 further intensifies the intrigue, as it implies that Shanks has familial connections with one of the World Government's most wicked individuals.

One Piece 1095 spoilers essentially confirm that Shanks and the Celestial Dragon Garling Figarland are blood-related

Garling Figarland, the leader of the Holy Knights

Presenting Garling Figarland in his current state (Image via Eiichiro Oda/Shueisha, One Piece)

Unquestionably, the most captivating proof connecting Shanks to the World Government revolves around an individual known as Garling Figarland, a member of the esteemed Figarland Family and a Celestial Dragon.

First revealed in the One Piece manga chapter 1086, Garling possesses an exceptionally elevated status even among the esteemed Celestial Dragons. He holds the prestigious role of the Supreme Commander of the Holy Knights, also referred to as God's Knights. These remarkable warriors, handpicked by the World Government, are tasked with executing retaliatory missions against defiant kingdoms.

The Holy Knights possess significant power to arbitrate conflicts among the Celestial Dragons. Apart from Garling, the true identities of the remaining Holy Knights remain concealed, only appearing as obscured outlines.

In One Piece 1086, Garling is depicted as an elderly individual with lengthy and pointed hair, along with a beard that forms the shape of a crescent moon. Given his rank and the weapon he wields, Garling is implied to be an exceptionally formidable combatant, particularly skilled in swordsmanship.

Garling's role in God Valley

Garling's preferred weapon happens to be a lengthy saber, intriguingly resembling Gryphon, the formidable sword brandished by "Red Hair" Shanks during his intense clashes.

The God Valley Incident continues to puzzle experts, as depicted in the image released by Toei Animation from the popular anime series, One Piece.

Chapter 1095 of One Piece, supposedly titled "A world in which it is better to die than to live," promises to shed light on the enigmatic God Valley. This mysterious island inexplicably vanished into thin air 38 years prior to the ongoing events of the story.

Little is known about the events that transpired in God Valley, except for the fact that it served as the backdrop for an extraordinary clash. In order to safeguard the Celestial Dragons and their enslaved individuals from the threat posed by the notorious Rocks D. Xebec and his cohort, which included formidable figures like Whitebeard, Kaido, Big Mom, and Shiki, Monkey D. Garp and Gol D. Roger joined forces.

Due to the unexpected alliance between Roger and Garp, the Rocks Pirates were ultimately defeated, resulting in Xebec's apparent demise. Following the fierce battle, the entire island mysteriously vanished, erasing any evidence of its existence. As a result, Garp gained a lasting reputation as the revered "Marine Hero" for his pivotal role in the conflict.

Based on the spoilers of One Piece 1095, the Celestial Dragons utilized God Valley as the backdrop for their cruel tournaments, pitting individuals from various races against each other like gladiators. If a warrior's tribe was defeated or deemed defeated, they faced brutal extermination by the World Government.

The One Piece 1095 spoilers revealed that Garling Figarland was present at God Valley during the tournaments. It is intriguing to note that in previous chapters, Garling was portrayed as a dominating figure who had made a name for himself in God Valley. This statement led many to believe that he played a significant role in the incident that occurred there. Upon considering the latest chapter's revelation, it is also plausible that the sentence referred to Garling showcasing his combat skills during the tournaments arranged by the Celestial Dragons on the island.

Are Garling and Shanks father and son?

Garling and Shanks seem to have a major blood tie (Image via Toei Animation, One Piece)

Ever since Garling was introduced in the series, fans have been speculating that he might be Shanks' father. The reasons behind this theory seem solid right from the start. One key factor is the suggestion that Shanks has a lineage related to the Celestial Dragons.

Interestingly, the "Red Hair" has a close connection with the Figarland family, which Garling happens to be a prominent member of. This link between Shanks and the Celestial Dragon lineage becomes evident when the Five Elders immediately associate Uta with the Figarland Family solely because she is known as Shanks' daughter.

Needless to mention, this rationale would only hold true if Shanks himself were a part of the Figarland Family, as per the Five Elders' understanding, which is assumed to be extremely trustworthy, particularly concerning fellow Celestial Dragons.

Shanks meeting the Five Elders (Image via Toei Animation, One Piece)

Shanks' past affiliation with the Figarland Family may offer a logical reason for the Five Elders granting him a rare opportunity for a private audience. Given Shanks' position as one of the Four Emperors, renowned for being highly formidable pirate leaders, such a privilege would otherwise be difficult to comprehend.

Furthermore, the identity and presence of Shanks' parents remain a mystery. When he was just a year old, the Roger Pirates discovered him concealed within a stolen treasure chest from God Valley, shortly after a significant incident occurred in that very place.

With God Valley being the same exact place where Celestial Dragons, and, most notably, Garling Figarland, are strongly connected, the coincidences are becoming increasingly numerous and significant, making it impossible to overlook them.

Based on the spoilers, One Piece 1095 reveals a significant clue. The leaked information suggests that the chapter's flashback will feature Garling Figarland's appearance during the God Valley Incident. Surprisingly, a younger Garling resembles Shanks, albeit with a different hairstyle.

Considering Shanks' age of 39 and the fact that the God Valley Incident occurred 38 years prior to the present timeline of One Piece, it implies that the leader of the Holy Knights during that time must have been around 40 years old.

It's evident that Garling and Shanks, who are from the same family, bear a striking resemblance at the same age, strongly suggesting a blood connection between them. Considering their age difference, it is only logical to conclude that Garling is indeed the father of the infamous "Red Hair."

No official confirmation has been given yet, but the hints left by One Piece author Eiichiro Oda strongly suggest that Shanks is likely the son or at least the nephew of Garling. Despite their apparent contrasting personalities, with Garling being a ruthless and savage individual who heartlessly executed Saint Mjosgard, a fellow Celestial Dragon, for aiding Sai and Leo in rescuing Princess Shirahoshi from the brutal Saint Charlos.

According to Garling, a person who defends individuals deemed as "sub human scum" is considered even more worthless than the scum themselves and should be ruthlessly eliminated. On the contrary, Shanks demonstrates a kind and compassionate nature, openly displaying amiability and cheerfulness even towards strangers.

Shanks is known for his honorable and diplomatic nature, only resorting to violence when there are no other options. He is fiercely opposed to Marshall D. Teach "Blackbeard", portraying him as a negative character and solidifying his own status as a heroic figure. However, Shanks also possesses a mysterious side, as he has not revealed his true intentions.

Surrounded by a captivating and enigmatic aura, Shanks always seems to be intertwined with major events, whether directly or indirectly. Despite any denials of his connection to the Figarland Family, it remains clear that his relationship with the World Government is highly mysterious.

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