The Shocking Truth Unveiled: One Piece's Five Elders Exposed! Are They Even Human?

Highlights

The Five Elders in One Piece are incredibly powerful and influential, answering only to Imu, the secret ruler of the world.

Saturn's involvement in the Egghead Incident has exposed the intriguing metamorphoses of the Five Elders, sparking discussions about their extraordinary might and potential immortality. The unfathomable nature of Saturn's supernatural abilities, encompassing teleportation, ominous lightning akin to Haki, and the ability to regenerate, defies conventional understanding and hints at a power framework that surpasses the current explanations within the series. #OnePiece

Representing the pinnacle of the World Government hierarchy, the Five Elders are among the most formidable individuals in the One Piece world. They answer only to Imu, the secret ruler of the global affairs. After being introduced in the story over 800 chapters ago, the recent Egghead Arc has shed new light on their extraordinary influence and the fear they inspire, particularly in the Celestial Dragons. This revelation has been further amplified by the astonishing powers possessed by Saint Jaygarcia Saturn.

By actively participating in the ongoing Egghead Incident in One Piece, Saturn has disclosed certain aspects of the Five Elders' unique transformations, which were showcased during the Levely. Given their ability to effortlessly overpower some of the strongest fighters from the Straw Hat Pirates, such as Sanji and Franky, without even lifting a finger, speculation is rife regarding the origins of the Five Elders' immense power. People question whether they are mortal beings and wonder if there is more to them than meets the eye.

The Current Body Of Evidence

The first indications of the Five Elders' power manifested during Nefertari Cobra's meeting with them in front of the Empty Throne at Pangaea Castle in Mary Geoise. When Imu appeared on the throne to address Cobra's inquiries about the Will of the D. and the enigma surrounding Nefertari D. Lili - the Queen of Arabasta during the Void Century and a rumored ally of Joy Boy - the Five Elders transformed into unidentified shapes that resembled Zoan Devil Fruit transformations.

In tandem with Imu, they proceeded to assault Cobra and Sabo, who had inadvertently walked into the situation without realizing the danger. Tragically, Cobra was compelled to sacrifice himself to ensure Sabo could escape, but not before the Revolutionary Army's Chief of Staff caught a glimpse of the otherworldly forms assumed by the Five Elders. Whether these forms are the result of Devil Fruit abilities or something entirely different remains a matter of speculation.

Saturn's Demonic Powers

The Five Elders have also been seen in flashbacks of the Ohara Incident and in a recent journey to the past in God Valley. In both instances, they appeared exactly as they do now, despite these events happening many decades ago. This suggests that the Five Elders possess remarkable longevity or are true immortals, and they may have been ruling alongside Imu ever since the end of the Void Century.

Since his appearance on Egghead, Saint Jaygarcia Saturn has showcased a plethora of extraordinary abilities that defy classification within the realms of Devil Fruit and Haki techniques. One of his remarkable feats includes his ability to materialize at Egghead from his battleship using a Magic Circle, appearing as if he teleported or summoned himself. This intricate circle displays a symmetrical five-pointed star, with the number '5' adorning the space between its arms.

The reference to the Five Elders or any potential occult connections, as well as the black Haki-esque lightning, the fiery aura above the circle, and the mysterious presence during Saturn's arrival on the island, are all open to investigation. It is uncertain whether the Magic Circle needs to be drawn by someone or if it appears on its own at Saturn's teleportation destination.

Once Saturn's transformed appearance is revealed, it becomes highly likely that he is a Zoan type Devil Fruit user with an Awakened form, considering the surrounding black flame clouds. However, there may be more to this situation than meets the eye. It is possible that both Saturn and the Five Elders possess powers that go beyond or even predate Devil Fruits themselves, although there is limited evidence to confirm this and it remains mostly speculative.

The Solar System imagery and planetary names given to the Five Elders holds significant importance, especially in their opposition to Sun God Nika. It is possible to view them as otherworldly demons or immortals engaged in an eternal struggle against the all-powerful deity Nika, with Imu playing the role of the leading devil.

Additionally, Saturn demonstrates certain abilities that are both mysterious and intimidating. He possesses the power to instantly heal most injuries, as evidenced by the swift disappearance of the stab wound inflicted by Jewelry Bonney near his neck. Moreover, he has the ability to eliminate low-ranking Marines with a mere glance, send opponents soaring through the air effortlessly, and immobilize enemies using an invisible force. These capabilities cannot be attributed to Haki or any known Devil Fruits, leaving their origin open to speculation.

Beyond Devil Fruit Users

Speculation suggests that certain anomalies can be explained using existing information. For example, it is possible that the Five Elders' exceptional longevity is a result of consuming the Ope Ope no Mi, a Devil Fruit known for granting immortality in exchange for the life of the person performing the surgery. Given that characters are aware of this ability, it is highly likely that this technique has been employed in the past and that the Five Elders have benefitted from it.

Saturn's transformed appearance bears resemblance to an ushi-oni, a creature from Japanese folklore that combines traits of a bull and a spider. This suggests that Saturn is an Awakened Mythical Zoan user. If this theory proves true, it is plausible that the Five Elders also possess similar Devil Fruit powers, which would explain their transformations in Mary Geoise's throne room. Additionally, Saturn's ability to cause heads to explode and exert invisible forces may be linked to Advanced Conqueror's Haki, a form of Haki where one's willpower has tangible effects on the surrounding world.

Shanks has previously demonstrated this when he was aboard Whitebeard's ship and also with his intimidation of Admiral Ryokugyu near Wano Country. Thus, the only unexplained aspects are Saturn's Magic Circle and regenerative powers. However, it is important to note that all this speculation may not be accurate. The Five Elders' demonic forms and abilities, along with their fear of Sun God Nika, a symbol of hope and freedom, suggest that these abilities go beyond what has been explained about One Piece's power system so far. Fans will have to wait for the conclusion of the Egghead Incident to find answers to their unanswered questions. One Piece can be streamed on Crunchyroll.