The Hidden Secrets of the Gorosei: Unveiling the Truth Behind Their Powers

In chapter 1085 of the popular manga One Piece, fans were finally given insight into Sabo's experience at the Levely in Mary Geoise. His main objective was to rescue Bartholomew Kuma, who was being held captive by the World Government. During the meeting between Nefertari Cobra, the king of Arabasta, and the Gorosei in front of the Empty Throne, an unexpected and shocking turn of events occurred. Imu, a mysterious figure, made an appearance and directly addressed Cobra, providing answers to some of his inquiries. This was the first time Imu had revealed themselves to an outsider, as their existence had been kept secret from everyone except the Gorosei. The revelation of Imu's role as the ruler of the world has remained concealed throughout the entire One Piece series until this recent chapter.

Apart from the revelations regarding the history of Nefertari Lily, her connection with Imu, the Will of the D., and the Ancient Kingdom, chapter 1085 also shed light on the powers possessed by Imu and the Gorosei. Although limited details were disclosed about their abilities, it is highly likely that both the Five Elders and the enigmatic sovereign who controls the World Government are capable of using Devil Fruits. The depictions of their transformations and techniques were mostly silhouettes and vague outlines, indicating that the author, Eiichiro Oda, intends to reveal more about their powers at a later point in the story. With this in mind, it is not too early to speculate on the types of Devil Fruits that the Gorosei may possess. Considering that Mythical Zoan fruits have been portrayed as some of the most formidable in the series and the elders were shown transforming into beast-like forms, it is plausible to assume that they possess this type of Devil Fruit.

Who Are The Gorosei?

The Gorosei, depicted as a council consisting of the highest ranking Celestial Dragons, wield immense power within the World Government. Only second to the enigmatic Imu, these five members possess unprecedented control over the World Government, the Marines, and Cipher Pol. They have the authority to command any of these organizations to carry out their desires, effectively making them the de facto rulers of the world. Their power and authority are almost unquestionable as they directly answer to Imu.

Interestingly, the Gorosei exhibit a more measured approach when dealing with non-Celestial Dragons. They have shown remorse for their cruel actions, such as the Buster Call on Ohara, and display a level of tolerance towards belligerent outsiders like Sakazuki or Shanks. Instead of immediately resorting to threats of death, they reprimand them for their insolent behavior.

Hence, it may not be appropriate to compare them to the World Nobles in every aspect. Unlike the Celestial Dragons, the Gorosei do not wear the same white suits or utilize the bubbles even when they venture beyond the Holy Land of Mary Geoise. However, they do take immense pride in their lineage as direct descendants of the 20 noble families that established the World Government 800 years ago during the conclusion of the Void Century.

What Powers Do They Possess?

With authority surpassing that of even the sovereigns of the One Piece world and the Celestial Dragons, the Gorosei hold the highest position of power within the World Government. They possess the ability to command the government's forces at their own discretion, yet they are committed to maintaining a delicate balance of power and refrain from impulsive actions unlike the Celestial Dragons. Notably, the Gorosei appear to age at a significantly slower rate compared to others in the One Piece world, as their appearances have barely changed since the Tragedy of Ohara, which occurred more than two decades prior to the beginning of the story.

The members of this camp each have their own agendas and don't always agree on every issue, suggesting potential conflict among them in the future. They will soon have to face the growing dissent against the government and the threat posed by Luffy and his new generation of pirates, who are preparing to challenge the established world order. In addition to their political power and military strength, it is possible that the Gorosei possess unique abilities, such as Devil Fruits or advanced mastery of Haki.

Some of them bear weapons and battle scars, indicating their involvement in past conflicts. Chapter 1085 hinted at this when the Gorosei transformed into monstrous beings to prevent Sabo and Nefertari Cobra from escaping the throne room of Mary Geoise. This extreme action was taken to prevent them from revealing the secret connection between the Will of the D., Nefertari Lily, the former ruler of Arabasta during the Void Century, and the distribution of Poneglyphs worldwide.

Could The Gorosei Be Mythical Zoan Users?

Given the immense power of the aforementioned combatants who possess Mythical Zoan fruits, such as Kaido, Marco, Sengoku, Yamaoto, and Monkey D. Luffy, it is highly likely that the highest-ranking members of the World Government also possess similar fruits. This would be necessary for them to maintain their authority and wield the significant power required. The Gorosei, in particular, demonstrate a considerable understanding of both Mythical Zoan fruits and the Zoan class as a whole, as evidenced by their remark on the fruits having a mind of their own during Luffy's Awakening of Gear 5 in Wano.

The silhouettes presented in chapter 1085 do not bear any resemblance to actual animals in the real world. This observation provides additional support to the possibility that the Gorosei could be users of Mythical Zoan Devil Fruits. Alternatively, it could be a deliberate tactic employed by Oda to conceal the truth until a pivotal moment for a dramatic revelation. Although confirmation may only come much later in the narrative, it is undoubtedly certain that the final saga will offer fans the much-awaited clarity on this matter as the story hurtles towards its thrilling climax.