The Hidden Powers of the Gorosei in One Piece: Decoded!

Content: There is no shortage of formidable characters in One Piece who have wielded their power to extend their influence, and the Gorosei are no different. They are perceived by the general populace as the World Government's leaders, hence making them the most significant figures in the world.

Although the Gorosei made their appearance hundreds of chapters ago in the narrative, scant details about their background were disclosed. However, as the One Piece manga approaches its final stage, Oda ultimately chose to unveil these enigmatic secrets.

The History of The Gorosei

The history of the Gorosei remains largely unknown, as it is intricately tied to greater mysteries. Oda purposely withholds this information for valid reasons, offering reassurance to fans that they will soon uncover the backstory of these five individuals. There are speculations that the Gorosei may be part of the original 20 families of the World Government, although this is currently unconfirmed. It is plausible that the most loyal families have continued to serve Imu for generations, or that Imu personally selected these representatives to avoid any potential mishaps. Whether the families have been replaced over time or if the same five individuals persist in their service to Imu remains uncertain.

Another puzzling aspect surrounding the Gorosei is their lifespan compared to Imu's, and whether they are descendants of the five families or have equivalent immortality. While there is a strong likelihood that they possess immortality, achieving it would require five separate individuals willing to sacrifice themselves for the Immortality Surgery of the Ope Ope no Mi. Although the odds are slim, it cannot be entirely dismissed. It is possible that the World Government had possession of the Devil Fruit, as indicated by Doflamingo's desire to control the world with it. This further supports the speculation that the Gorosei owned the fruit but somehow it fell into the hands of Diez Barrels, eventually being consumed by Trafalgar Law, a member of the D family. One Piece often emphasizes the significance of fate, suggesting a potential connection between the changing ownership of the Devil Fruit and larger forces at play.

The Power of The Gorosei

The Gorosei, known as the highest authority in the World Government, have been confirmed to possess Devil Fruit abilities. While the specific nature of their powers remains a mystery, it has been observed that all five of them possess Mythical Zoan-type Devil Fruits. Given that these types of Devil Fruits are exceptionally rare, it is fitting for the Gorosei to possess them. Among the silhouettes, one appears to resemble a colossal bird, potentially resembling the mythical phoenix, Aethon. Aethon, known as the tormentor of Prometheus, holds significance as the Titan who stole fire from the heavens and bestowed it upon humanity. As punishment, Zeus chained Prometheus to a mountain while Aethon relentlessly tore at his flesh. The Gorosei, akin to this mindset, strive to conceal certain aspects of the World Government.

Another silhouette exhibits prominent horns and a broad face. While many initially speculated it to be a Minotaur, creator Eiichiro Oda has already introduced a Minotaur character in the Impel Down arc. Consequently, it is plausible that the Devil Fruit associated with this silhouette could be linked to Buchis from Egyptian mythology. Buchis, considered the favored incarnation of the god of war, possessed unique traits such as hair growing on the opposite end and changing color every hour. Additionally, one of the Devil Fruit users depicted appears to possess colossal tusks, indicating a possible resemblance to a mythological creature akin to an elephant. The remaining shadowy figures representing other Devil Fruit transformations remain vague, making it challenging to speculate accurately.

Their Roles

Each member of the Gorosei is assigned specific responsibilities and oversees different departments. St. Jaygarcia Saturn, as the Godhead of science and defense, closely monitors Vegapunk's inventions. St. Marcus Mars has dominion over environmental matters. St. Topman Warcury handles justice-related issues and potentially influences Enies Lobby. St. Ethan Baron V. Nusjuro is the Godhead of finance, responsible for setting budgets for World Government projects. St. Shepherd Ju Peter oversees the agriculture department. Although the Gorosei's roles don't involve combat skills, they are prepared for various situations. While their Devil Fruits might be linked to their roles, there is currently no evidence to confirm this.

The primary objective of the Gorosei, apart from their divine statuses, is to safeguard the true ruler of the world, Imu, and ensure their identity remains concealed. Regardless of the extraordinary nature of Imu's commands, the Gorosei faithfully execute them, displaying unwavering faith in this mysterious figure. The reason behind the Gorosei's loyalty to Imu remains obscure; however, Oda will undoubtedly elucidate this matter in the concluding saga.