The Unveiling of One Piece's Most Enigmatic Race: Unraveling Two Pivotal Lore Mysteries

Despite the unfortunate hiatus of author and illustrator Eiichiro Oda's highly popular manga One Piece this week, fans are eagerly engaged in discussions about the series' current state. This enthusiasm is not surprising, given that the latest official release delves into the God Valley flashback, coincidentally set in the same year as the God Valley Incident.

Before the much-anticipated One Piece flashback commenced, fans were treated to a mini flashback that revealed the origins of the beloved character and former Shichibukai, Bartholomew Kuma. This segment unveiled Kuma's background, showcasing his parents and the tragic enslavement they faced at the hands of the Celestial Dragons.

One Piece's Buccaneer race could explain who built the Noah and why the World Government started Gigantification experiments

The reason behind this is that Kuma and his father belong to the ancient Buccaneer race, rumored to possess the bloodline of Giants. As the series introduces this race for the first time, fans are deliberating on the potential role they might play, uncovering two significant possibilities.

The Buccaneers and the Noah

The Noah, a colossal vessel in One Piece, was constructed as a result of a pledge made by Joy Boy to the mermaid princess of his time. Originally intended to remain untouched until the fulfillment of this promise, it tragically met its demise during a battle between Monkey D. Luffy and Hody Jones on Fishman Island.

Nevertheless, the enigma surrounding the identity of the ship's builders persists. It is speculated that the Buccaneers may hold the key to this secret, as they are closely associated with the creation of this immense ship. Additionally, lore suggests that the Buccaneer race committed a grave transgression against humanity, possibly in collaboration with Joy Boy, in order to construct this vessel—a physical manifestation of his vow.

One Piece fans have noticed that the Buccaneers, like the Lunarians, may have been aware of Joy Boy's identity. It is possible that they even referred to Joy Boy as Nika, given the significant role the Warrior of Liberation plays in their culture. Considering the existing theories about the connection between the Lunarians and the Buccaneers, it is logical to believe that another parallel between them could exist.

Kuma kickstarts Gigantification experiments

It appears that there may have been a hidden reason for enslaving Kuma and his father, as it has been revealed that they possess the bloodline of the Giants, which explains why they were immediately captured after their blood samples were leaked to World Government officials. Trafalgar Law previously mentioned that Gigantification experiments have been ongoing for centuries in the series, but it was during the Punk Hazard arc that significant advancements were witnessed. As a result, fans of One Piece are now speculating that Kuma and his unique blood are accountable for the World Government's notable progress in recent years.

This may also clarify why the World Government chose to enslave Kuma when he became redundant as a Pacifista, instead of disposing of him altogether. If he still retains some organic traits, his DNA and Giant blood could be utilized to continue the Gigantification research that the World Government has been conducting for centuries.

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