The God Valley flashback has come to an end, and One Piece fans finally know exactly what happened after years of mystery since the event was first mentioned. These recent chapters offer a fantastic change of pace, providing essential insights into some of the series’ most iconic characters during what might be the most important event in One Piece history.
Here’s a comprehensive look at the six biggest secrets revealed about God Valley.
1. Shakky’s kidnapping sparked the chaos
We knew God Valley was where Garp and Roger teamed up to face the legendary Rocks D. Xebec, but the details were unclear until this flashback. It’s revealed that the apparent reason Roger’s and Rocks’ pirates came to the island was Shakky’s kidnapping. Shakky was so famous that Ochoku abducted her, offering her as a grand prize in the World Government’s local bounty hunt. This drew Roger’s pirates to the island. Although Saint Sommers later tried to kill her during the pirate raid, Shakky was saved by Rayleigh.
2. Monkey D. Dragon’s role
The God Valley flashback shows Dragon was present during the event as a Marine. He was horrified by the actions of the Celestial Dragons and the World Government, which led him to disobey orders and rebel. We see Dragon saving Kuma from being shot and trying to protect Shanks and his twin brother Shamrock. Although imprisoned for his actions, the God Valley incident and Garp’s “hero” status seem to have caused a major rift between Dragon and his father.
3. The D. family and Rocks family
Rocks secretly worried about the safety of his wife Eris and son Teach. The World Government announced they had captured a member of the legendary D. clan for the first time in 800 years. Luckily, Eris and Teach escaped thanks to Kuma’s intervention. Although this family was nearly wiped out by Imu and the World Government, shocking information about Davy D. Jones was revealed during the battle between Rocks and Imu. Rocks claimed his ancestor was a former world king, emphasizing that Imu fears an ancient promise between Joy Boy and Davy Jones. True to Oda’s style, these revelations not only answer questions but open countless new mysteries for the Final Saga.
4. The fate of the Rocks Pirates
The Rocks Pirates were one of the strongest crews ever. Now we know exactly what happened to the most famous members after God Valley. Kaido obtained his Devil Fruit by stealing it from Big Mom, who angrily declared he owed her for the betrayal. Kaido then started his own crew. Big Mom took some treasure and began her own journey. John decided to take treasure and leave but was attacked by Ganzui. Ganzui was then attacked by Shiki, who also took part of the treasure. Gloriosa escaped by hitching a ride on Roger’s pirate ship. Whitebeard was approached by another captain, Polo Graham, who invited him to form a new pirate crew together.
5. Imu’s involvement
As Imu becomes more involved in the main story, it’s clear he is connected to God Valley. Imu possessed Saturn’s body (similar to how he’s currently possessing Gunko on Elbaf). Imu used the Domi Reversi ability on members of the Rocks family before using it on Rocks D. Xebec himself, forcing Roger and Garp to confront him. Finally, Imu ordered all records of the God Valley event erased, turning it into a tragic hidden chapter.
6. The tragic fate of Rocks D. Xebec
Rocks D. Xebec’s end has been revealed. Controlled by Domi Reversi, he faced Garp and Roger. Rocks begged them to kill him before he could harm his family. Although the combined Haki of Garp and Roger seemed to free him from possession, he was too badly injured to fight and was mercilessly killed by Figarland Garling. It’s a sad ending for a character who captivated so many fans.