God Valley is a captivating location within the vast universe of One Piece, meticulously created by Oda over the years. Its significance to the central narrative became apparent when it was introduced during the Wano Country arc, sparking curiosity among fans. The recent events of the Reverie revealed a new character linked to God Valley, while also providing valuable insights into the island's lore. This has finally addressed the many enigmatic aspects surrounding God Valley, satisfying the fans' longstanding queries about this intriguing place.
What Is God Valley?
The mysterious island of God Valley existed in the world of One Piece many years ago and its location remains unknown. While it is widely believed to be situated in the Grand Line, this has never been confirmed in the story. What is known is that the island was home to the Celestial Dragons, who have a reputation for being the gods of the One Piece world. Although the island's appearance has never been fully revealed, it is believed to be characterized by steep hills with a valley in the center. The name God Valley itself suggests that this was a place ruled by the Celestial Dragons and served as a residence for them on the Blue Sea, in addition to the Holy Land of Marijoa. For years, fans have been puzzled by the Celestial Dragons' presence on God Valley during the attack by Rocks and his pirate crew. Fortunately, thanks to a major revelation in One Piece chapter 1086, the reason for their presence has finally been uncovered.
The God Valley Incident
The God Valley Incident was a massive conflict that occurred in the One Piece world almost four decades ago, during a time when the Rocks Pirates reigned supreme over the seas. Without any Yonko in existence, the group was the most significant threat, with their leader, Rocks, aspiring to become the king of the entire world. Even Sengoku was aware of Rocks' ambitions. The group was notorious for their terrorist acts, and they comprised some of the most dangerous and powerful pirates, including Big Mom, Kaido, and Edward Newgate. Other infamous pirates like Shiki, Captain John, Silver Ax, and Wang Zhi were also part of the group. In an attempt to attack the Celestial Dragons present at God Valley, Rocks was ultimately defeated by the combined efforts of Roger and Garp. The fact that these two powerful figures had to team up signifies the enormity of the threat posed by the Rocks Pirates, who were eventually destroyed due to infighting. The extent of their participation in the battle remains unknown.
On this momentous occasion, Garp emerged as the hero of the Marines after defeating Rocks. Although Big Mom bestowed Kaido with the Uo Uo no Mi, Model: Seiryuu, the two parted ways. Shockingly, God Valley vanished from existence, leaving only a handful of people aware of its prior existence and even fewer privy to the fact that it was the site of Rocks' demise.
The Figarland Family And God Valley
Under the reign of Saint Garling Figarland, the Celestial Dragons, who are known for their direct lineage to the Founding 20, resided on God Valley. As the rulers of the island, the Figarland Family wielded immense power and strength, with a reputation for producing formidable fighters. It is important to note that the Figarland Family was among the line of Kings who banded together to destroy the Ancient Kingdom and pledged their loyalty to the Empty Throne.
The whereabouts and motivation of his choice to reside on an island in the Blue Sea remain a mystery, but what is known is that he was a ruthless ruler in his time and shared the same disdain for humans as the majority of the Celestial Dragons in the One Piece world. The Figarland Family's fate was forever altered by the God Valley Incident. Despite the odds, Saint Garling Figarland survived and was relocated to the Holy Land of Marijoa, where he has remained and assumed leadership of the powerful Holy Knights organization. Responsible for handling legal matters among the Celestial Dragons, including the ability to judge and punish their own kind, Saint Garling Figarland relishes his role, as evidenced in chapter 1086 of One Piece.
The Survivors Of God Valley
The survivors of the God Valley Incident include the Figarland Family, who were inadvertently saved by Roger and Garp's team-up, leading to their safe transport to the Holy Land of Marijoa. One known survivor is Saint Garling Figarland, who was the King of God Valley at the time and was seen passing judgment on Saint Donquixote Mjosgard for defending the Fishmen and Merfolk in One Piece chapter 1086. Interestingly, Shanks also belongs to the Figarland Family and was found in a treasure chest on God Valley by the Roger Pirates, who raised him and made him their apprentice. One Piece Film: Red suggests that Uta, Shanks' daughter, may also be a member of the Figarland Family according to the Gorosei.
Given that Shanks is of the Figarland Family bloodline and carries the blood of Saint Garling Figarland in his veins, it's clear that this family will play a significant role in the story going forward. As fans eagerly await more information from Oda, it's clear that the Figarland Family will continue to be a topic of interest and speculation.