Unveiling Eiichiro Oda's Untold Secrets: The Astonishing Truth About the Worst Generation in One Piece

The presence of the Worst Generation in the current storyline of One Piece is of immense significance. These formidable young pirates have created a sensation across the globe. The rise of this group of pirates has been nothing short of extraordinary. In the history of the One Piece world, no group of rookie pirates before them had embarked on their journey with such an infamous reputation.

Introduced by Oda just before the 2-year timeskip, the Worst Generation has since garnered immense fame. However, Oda initially envisioned a completely different path for them.

The Eleven Supernovas

During the Sabaody Archipelago arc in the One Piece series, a group known as the Eleven Supernovas emerged. After leaving Thriller Bark and heading towards Fishman Island, Luffy and his crew made a stop at Sabaody. It was here that they needed to get their ship coated before continuing their journey to Fishman Island. However, before they could reach their destination, they crossed paths with legendary figures from the pirate era, including Rayleigh and Shakki. Through Shakki, it was revealed that the Eleven Supernovas existed.

Luffy was among the rookies who had arrived at Sabaody Archipelago, along with ten others. These Supernova pirates had all managed to attain a bounty of over 100 million berries during their journey to the island. This was a groundbreaking development in the world of One Piece, showcasing the rise of a new era filled with exceptionally powerful pirates with immense potential.

Among the 11 Supernovas, there were notable individuals such as Monkey D. Luffy, who had a bounty of 300 million berries, Roronoa Zoro with a bounty of 120 million berries, Basil Hawkins with a bounty of 249 million berries, Trafalgar Law with a bounty of 200 million berries, Jewelry Bonney with a bounty of 140 million berries, Urouge with a bounty of 108 million berries, Scratchmen Apoo with a bounty of 198 million berries, Eustass Kid with a bounty of 315 million berries, Killer the Massacre Soldier with a bounty of 162 million berries, X Drake with a bounty of 222 million berries, and lastly, Capone Gang Bege with a bounty of 138 million berries.

The tremendous abilities possessed by these 11 Supernovas were showcased right from the start of the Sabaody Archipelago arc. Fans were granted a glimpse into the diverse range of Devil Fruit powers they wielded, witnessing the true might of these characters. After their brief clash with the Navy, all the members of the 11 Supernova went their separate ways, with the promise of eventually meeting again in the unforgiving New World.

Oda's Original Plan For The Rookies

The 11 Supernovas have played a significant role in the One Piece series, but it wasn't originally planned that way. Surprisingly, these characters weren't initially intended to be a part of the Sabaody Archipelago arc. It was only a last-minute decision by author Oda after his editor advised him to add more excitement to the arc. In a departure from his usual writing style, Oda created and completed drafts for these characters on the spot.

This unexpected turn of events demonstrates that not everything needs to be meticulously planned years in advance. The Eleven Supernovas have proven to be incredibly important to the story, with some participating in the Paramount War and others making a name for themselves in the New World. Even Oda himself has been surprised by their significance, particularly the inclusion of Blackbeard in the group, now known as the Worst Generation. Oda initially believed that many of them would have perished before the Dressrosa arc, and he expected Eustass Kid to play a major role. However, he was shocked to see characters like Law and Bege take on larger and more significant roles than anticipated.

Oda had not initially anticipated the significance of the supernovas. However, the 11 Supernovas have played a crucial role in shaping the post-timeskip era. Upon entering the New World, Luffy was immediately encountered by Trafalgar Law, leading to their joint defeat of a Yonko. Other characters like Bege played vital roles in the Whole Cake Island arc, while Kid, Killer, Drake, Apoo, and even Hawkins had major contributions in the Wano Country Arc.

Currently, One Piece is in the Egghead Island Arc, where Jewelry Bonney is now the main focus. Almost every member of the former 11 Supernovas has been given significant attention in different parts of the storyline, except for Urouge, who may potentially become important later in the narrative.

How They Have Fared In The New World

The 11 Supernova, known as the Worst Generation, achieved great success in the New World. Luffy, a key figure in the new era, has become a Yonko with a bounty of 3 billion berries. Zoro, his loyal right-hand man, is now a highly skilled swordsman worth 1.11 billion berries, showcasing their remarkable growth since their days as Super Rookies on Sabaody Archipelago. Likewise, Trafalgar Law is a feared pirate with a bounty of 3 billion berries, and alongside him is Eustass Kid, also valued at 3 billion berries. Together, they played a crucial role in Wano, aiding in the defeat of Big Mom, another powerful Yonko. Although they were once contenders for the One Piece, they are currently unable to continue their pursuit due to battles with other pirate forces.

Despite these setbacks, these pirates have achieved significant success, surpassing even Oda's initial expectations. Oda originally may have considered eliminating them in the New World, but they have proven to be highly relevant. Additional characters like Hawkins, Apoo, and Drake have also played important roles throughout the series, serving the Beast Pirates with their own motivations and providing fans with a glimpse into the formidable power of a Yonko. Characters such as Bege have played vital roles in scenarios like the Whole Cake Island, and now, Jewelry Bonney is contributing in the Egghead Island Arc.

The Worst Generation has left a significant impact on the new era and is set to continue doing so as the One Piece narrative progresses. Even the members who were temporarily incapacitated, like Law and Kid, are expected to make a comeback and play pivotal roles in the future. The fandom holds a deep affection for the Worst Generation and eagerly anticipates Oda's continued emphasis on their presence as the final saga of One Piece unfolds.