One Piece: Holy Knights Explained: Garling, Shamrock, & More

In the world of One Piece, the Holy Knights are widely regarded as the most formidable fighting force encountered thus far. They serve as the royal guard for the sacred land of Mary Geoise. Typically, these knights belong to a powerful group known as the Celestial Dragons, and their supreme commander, Garling Figarland, holds the power to judge and sentence the World Nobles based on their transgressions. It’s unclear if other members share this authority. Although Garling has ascended to become a Gorosei, he might still be in charge of the group as a successor hasn’t been appointed yet. Garling’s son, Shamrock Figarland, holds the position of commander, directly below Garling. However, all Holy Knights hold positions higher than other Celestial Dragons.

In the story of One Piece, the Holy Knights pose the most significant danger to the Revolutionary Army, causing concern for characters like Dragon. In Chapter 1083, Dragon acknowledges that the true battle against the World Government will commence once the Holy Knights are neutralized. As of now, there are at least nine members including the Supreme Commander and Commander. The Elbaf Arc has revealed four of these members, while the identities of the remaining five remain a mystery. Shamrock, with his plot to destroy Elbaf – the world’s strongest nation – in mind, fails in his attempt to recruit Loki but instead decides to kidnap children from Elbaf. He then orders Gunko to summon other members to aid in this mission, shedding light on what we currently know about these key figures.

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One Piece Has Had Several Holy Knights in the Past

38 years ago, the exact founding time of the Holy Knights remains unclear, yet the God Valley Incident serves as a stark reminder that they have been active for at least that long. They reveled in their role within the Hunting Tournament, targeting defenseless inhabitants of God Valley and enslaved individuals from Mary Geoise. Regrettably, it appears this dark history has persisted over time, with the group remaining as ruthless as ever. A shared characteristic among them is their noble lineage, with Garling being one known member, and other participants in the God Valley Incident gradually revealed. In the present, they are a significant antagonistic force during the Elbaf Arc.

Garling Figarland Is the First Holy Knight Introduced in One Piece

As an ardent fan, let me share my insights: Garling was the pioneering Holy Knight presented in the manga, and I’ve been following his journey since he joined the ranks over three decades ago! His rise to becoming a Gorosei is just the latest chapter in his remarkable career. During the God Valley Incident, he made significant contributions and was even hailed as the Champion of God Valley.

A darker note: Garling took the life of the former ruler of God Valley for defying the order, earning him a 10,000-point demerit in the Hunting Tournament. But that setback was short-lived, as he swiftly amassed an impressive 100,000 points by targeting the more valuable prey.

His true might remains shrouded in mystery, but one thing’s for sure – Garling has been wielding a substantial, single-edged saber for decades, demonstrating his mastery of the sword.

Shamrock Figarland Settled the Shanks Evil Twin Theories

The leader of the Sacred Knights, who is also Garle’s son, is a skilled swordsman, but there’s a unique twist. Shamrock’s sword possesses the power of a Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit, enabling it to transform into a three-headed guard dog named Cerberus. Although the full extent of Shamrock’s abilities is yet to be revealed, merely showing his sword in Chapter 1138 demonstrates that he is a formidable adversary. Shamrock is none other than Shanks’ older twin brother and he seems displeased by the former’s decision to reside in the surface world rather than rejoining their family.

Gunko’s Allegiance to the Holy Knights Is Questionable

Despite the mystery surrounding Gunko’s true name, the manga has unveiled her abilities tied to a Devil Fruit, as well as intriguing visual cues hinting at allegiances other than what may initially appear. Her unique ability, the Arrow-Arrow, enables her to craft and manage bandage-like constructs, each end shaped like an arrowhead. These constructs can be detached, moved independently, and manipulated remotely, empowering her to strike her adversaries with immense impact from a distance.

To add, Gunko is the one who initially demonstrates the functioning of the summoning circle within One Piece. In Chapter 1140, she employs the Abyss to conjure two Holy Knights. This method might be replicable by other residents from the Holy Land, yet each user should possess a distinct mark on their arm for it to function effectively.

Sommers Shepherd’s Arrival as a Holy Knight Surprised Even Himself

Sommers belongs to the same lineage as Saint Ju Peter, who is one of the Five Elders. He carries a sword adorned with a spiky sheath around its handle, hinting that the Order of Holy Knights also includes other skilled swordsmen. Unbeknownst to him, he ended up in Elbaf. Back at his home, Sommers was engaged in conversation about the food scarcity in the Holy Land following the assault by the Revolutionary Army.

Killingham Rimoshifu Has Chinese Mythological Origins

Similar to Sommers, Killingham too found himself puzzled upon reaching Elbaf in One Piece due to his sleepy state. He appears to possess the power of a Mythical Zoan-type Devil Fruit, which enables him to transform into a qilin-like creature characterized by its elongated neck and antlers. This legendary creature is often depicted as a hooved chimera that predominantly features in Chinese folklore.

Beyond just his physical appearance, there’s a mystery surrounding his powers and skills. As a Holy Knight, it’s not unexpected that Killingham might have developed this power while keeping his character intact, hinted by the halo of fiery smoke around his head and body when he transforms.

2025-02-26 19:40