One Piece: Oda Shocks Fans with Incredible New Addition to the Fearsome Rocks Pirates!

Highlights

The Rocks Pirates were a powerful and feared pirate crew in the world of One Piece, known for their lack of unity and individual strength.

Gloriosa, otherwise referred to as Elder Nyon, was unveiled as a valued member of the notorious Rocks Pirates, showcasing incredible combat skills during her heyday.

Every member of the Rocks Pirates, including Elder Nyon, enjoys a legendary status and is renowned for their extraordinary mastery of Haki.

Since their introduction in One Piece, the Rocks Pirates have been a significant topic of discussion. Although this pirate crew is no longer active, their incredible feats have left a lasting impression, cementing their reputation as the most formidable crew to have ever sailed the seas.

In the Kuma flashback, Oda delves into the history of the Rocks Pirates, thanks to Jewelry Bonney. Chapter 1096 of One Piece reveals the arrival of this mighty crew in God Valley, unveiling several of its members. Among them is Gloriosa, also known as Elder Nyon, a newly joined member of the crew.

Who Are The Rocks Pirates?

Around 40 years ago, the Rocks Pirates emerged in the world of One Piece. This particular pirate crew was widely regarded as one, if not the, strongest to have ever existed. They possessed extraordinary power right from the start, largely due to their ability to attract the strongest pirates of the time. The Rocks Pirates were characterized by violence and occasionally behaved like a terrorist organization. The crew lacked unity, with only the strongest members surviving. As a result, the crew eventually collapsed on the day of the God Valley Incident.

Nevertheless, during their dominant reign, they wielded control over the seas in a manner that even the Navy could not challenge. Their captain, the fearsome Rocks D. Xebec, is widely believed to be the most formidable pirate in history. The crew boasted several future legends among its ranks, including Edward Newgate, Charlotte Linlin, Shiki, Kaido, Captain John, and numerous other formidable fighters.

The Rocks Pirates In God Valley

After the fall of Rocks on God Valley, 38 years ago, all of them embarked on individual journeys and achieved greatness as Pirates. However, during their time as crewmates, they were not as formidable as they would later become in their prime. These pirates were still in their youth, full of potential. However, their lack of unity ultimately sealed the fate of this crew, making their failure inevitable.

One Piece recently commenced the God Valley flashback, where Jewelry Bonney delved into her father's memories on Egghead. This revealing flashback involving Kuma unveiled his presence in God Valley 38 years ago. The island was hosting a fierce native hunting competition, with the coveted prizes being none other than powerful Devil Fruits. Seizing this opportunity, slaves such as Kuma, Ivankov, and Ginny banded together to strategically target these formidable Devil Fruits. However, their plans took an unexpected turn when the notorious Rocks Pirates made their ominous appearance on the island, clearly coveting these potent treasures. It was at this juncture that Oda astoundingly introduced the formidable members of this notorious crew.

In One Piece chapter 1096, it became evident that the Rocks Pirates lacked unity and operated independently, ultimately leading to their downfall. Notably, this chapter showed Big Mom confronting Ivankov and acquiring the Uo Uo no Mi, Model: Seiryuu. It was also revealed that other formidable warriors from the One Piece world were present at God Valley. A younger Roger was observed on the island, while Garp was also dispatched there. Fans are aware that these two ultimately joined forces to defeat Captain Rocks, causing the remaining crew members to disperse. Although the demise of Rocks was not explicitly revealed in this chapter, it did highlight the formidable individuals present on the island, including Gloriosa, the former Empress of Amazon Lily, also known as Elder Nyon.

Gloriosa "Elder Nyon" As A Part Of The Rocks Pirates

In One Piece chapter 1096, the Rocks Pirates, including Gloriosa or Elder Nyon, are depicted arriving on the island of God Valley. Notably, Elder Nyon was once the Empress of Amazon Lily and although currently elderly and weak, she was likely a formidable pirate in her prime. It is known that she once suffered from a similar love sickness as Hancock and left the island to find a cure, ultimately joining the Rocks Pirates. Whether she developed romantic feelings for anyone in the crew remains uncertain. However, the revelation that Elder Nyon was a member of this notorious pirate group comes as a surprising twist. Reflecting on it, fans may realize that members of the Kuja Tribe, like Elder Nyon, are believed to possess extraordinary fighting abilities. They are adept in Haki, a natural skill that even non-pirates and fighters on their island possess. Elder Nyon's survival and participation in the battle on God Valley further prove her impressive prowess as a warrior.

How Strong Was Elder Nyon?

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As for her strength, it is safe to assume that she is a legendary pirate considering that all known members of the Rocks Pirates turned out to be legends. The core members of the crew became Yonko, while figures like Shiki even rivaled Roger himself. There are also tales of Captain John and Wang Zhi, both regarded as legends in their own right. In fact, Wang Zhi held dominion over Pirate Island until the Rocky Port Incident, which occurred nearly 2 years ago. Only then was he overthrown by Blackbeard, with assistance from Law.

Since all members of the Rocks Pirates are legendary figures, it would be foolish to believe that Elder Nyon was not a legendary pirate as well. Fans can anticipate her to possess exceptional proficiency in Haki, and it would not be surprising if she is skilled in all three Haki types. This is particularly plausible since Snake Princess Hancock, who follows in the footsteps of former empresses, also possesses all three Haki types. Haki is regarded as their greatest strength. Additionally, it is worth noting that the Kuja Tribe values strength above all else. In fact, within this tribe, the strongest individual is considered the most beautiful. As Nyon once served as the tribe's leader, it can be inferred that she was once the most formidable. While her past affiliation with the Rocks Pirates may seem unexpected, it is crucial for fans not to dismiss her as a legendary pirate from a bygone era.

Read One Piece for free on the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus app, officially provided by Viz Media. Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated release of One Piece 1096 on October 29, 2023.