The Void Century is a shadowy era in history with all records of it having been completely obliterated. The only way to uncover the truth is by deciphering the Poneglyphs. However, the World Government has strictly prohibited any study of these enigmatic stone pillars. Tragically, the scholars of Ohara attempted to decode the inscriptions, leading to one of the most devastating calamities in the world of One Piece. Despite the potential danger that the Poneglyphs pose to the World Government, they have not made any attempt to seize them. In the latest chapter of One Piece, Oda finally revealed the reason for this puzzling behavior.
Nefertari Lily
Nefertari Lily, the former ruler of Alabasta prior to the establishment of the World Government, remains an enigmatic figure with little known about her personality or reign. However, recent revelations have shed light on her decision not to become a Celestial Dragon upon the formation of the World Government. Instead, she returned to Alabasta to resume her role as its ruler. Despite this, it has been suggested that she may have had a compelling reason to leave such a position of power, and in Chapter 1085, Imu disclosed that Lily had made a grave mistake resulting in the scattering of the Poneglyphs across the world. This revelation raises questions about how she managed to release the indestructible steles and whether it was part of a larger plan. Moreover, Cobra's disclosure that Lily's full name was Nefertari D. Lily adds a new layer of complexity to her story.
The Sacrifice
It is speculated that Lily's decision to scatter the Poneglyphs across the world was not a mistake, but rather a strategic move. Her desire to return to her homeland and subsequent elimination by Imu supports this theory. It is possible that Lily anticipated the danger she would face and sent a letter to her brother, instructing him to protect the Poneglyph in Alabasta. This particular Poneglyph holds information about Pluton, a powerful weapon capable of destroying entire islands. The World Government's possession of such a weapon would undoubtedly lead to disastrous consequences, as they have a history of using force to maintain their power. Lily's letter effectively prevented the World Government from obtaining the weapon and using it to further their oppressive agenda.
Lily's Betrayal
The reason behind Lily's betrayal of the World Government after initially joining their cause remains a mystery. It is difficult to comprehend why she would make a costly mistake after pledging her allegiance to them. However, it is reasonable to assume that Lily was informed about the true nature of Imu and the others by someone. Despite the lack of information available about the Great Kingdom, Joy Boy, a mysterious figure who existed around the same time, could have influenced her decision. Joy Boy had left a promise on a Poneglyph in Fish-Man Island, which he could not fulfill for some reason. The fact that the World Government concealed Joy Boy's name suggests that he was also against the organization. He fought against the twenty kingdoms and supported the Great Kingdom. It is possible that Joy Boy revealed to Nefertari Lily the significance of the letter "D" in her name. To substantiate this claim, Lily would need proof, and Joy Boy would have been more than willing to provide it.
Both Lily and Joy Boy were unable to fulfill their promises, leaving the burden on future generations. However, Luffy is determined to succeed where Joy Boy did not and overthrow the corrupt World Government to bring about real change. Zunesha's recognition of Luffy's Devil Fruit awakening only strengthens his resolve. As for Lily, Nefertari Cobra entrusted Sabo with the task of guiding Vivi towards the right path for Alabasta. With the revelation that Vivi is also a member of the D Family, there is a strong possibility that she will reunite with the Straw Hats and accomplish what Lily was unable to achieve.
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