One Piece Shock: Blackbeard Revealed as Rocks D. Xebec’s Son!

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In the deepening Final Saga of “One Piece”, it’s becoming evident who the main characters will be as we approach the end of the tale. This includes apparent adversaries like Imu, the Five Elders, and the Holy Knights, but also significant figures among the Sea Emperors, particularly Blackbeard. Although Blackbeard has primarily been operating in secret and expanding his crew with strong devil fruit users, the argument over whether Blackbeard or Imu will ultimately emerge as the main antagonist of “One Piece” has persisted. However, a recent chapter of “One Piece” hints that Blackbeard’s role may be far greater than fans have previously recognized.

Warning: Major Spoilers Ahead for One Piece Chapter 1154!

In Chapter 1154 of “One Piece”, a stunning secret about Blackbeard was unveiled, confirming what many had long suspected – that there’s a link between him and the legendary pirate, Rocks D. Xebec. However, what no one could have foreseen is how profound this connection truly is. The recent chapter disclosed an astonishing truth: Rocks was Blackbeard’s father! This revelation not only sheds light on Blackbeard’s aspiration to rule the entire world but also solidifies him as Luffy’s most significant destined adversary, since it explains how he acquired the enigmatic ‘D’ initial.

One Piece Reveals Blackbeard Is Rocks D. Xebec’s Son

Although it may be startling for some, the link between Rocks and Blackbeard has been subtly woven into One Piece over time. The most conspicuous hint is undeniably the name of Blackbeard’s ship – the Saber of Xebec. Furthermore, during the Egghead Arc, Catarina Devon and Van Augur disclosed that Blackbeard aimed for “the world,” a goal strikingly similar to Rocks’ aspiration to rule the world. Prior to the latest revelation, it was commonly believed that Blackbeard admired Rocks as much as Luffy does Gol D. Roger.

It’s quite fascinating how, looking back now, the pieces seem to have been subtly set in motion long ago – clues that were perhaps too subtle or overlooked by fans like myself. For instance, in Chapter 1107, St. Saturn hinted at Blackbeard’s unique heritage when he spoke of his special lineage. With the buzz surrounding Kuma and the Buccaneer Clan, a popular speculation was that Blackbeard might be part of the Buccaneers or belong to another rare race. In hindsight, though, it’s evident that Saturn had known all along that Blackbeard was none other than Xebec’s son! And from Catarina’s casual reaction, I can sense that this revelation is not new to the crew. Indeed, it seems as if Blackbeard himself is well-versed in his powerful family lineage. What a thrilling twist in the One Piece saga!

In summary, given the well-known feud between Roger and Rocks, the recent discovery of Rocks being Blackbeard’s father adds weight to Blackbeard as Luffy’s destined adversary. Although Luffy isn’t biologically linked to Roger, he shares the same values and goals. Moreover, the distinction between Blackbeard and Luffy has been evident since the Jaya Arc, and even with Imu and the World Government being formidable opponents, the most recent chapter suggests that Blackbeard is not yet out of contention. Though many questions about Blackbeard’s motives remain unanswered, at least we now understand why he chose to follow Rocks’ path, which sheds some light on his enigmatic nature.

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2025-07-13 18:40