We have entered the Final Saga of One Piece, where the last hidden cards are slowly being revealed. Yet, even after more than 1100 chapters, the legendary pirate crew of Gol D. Roger, the only ones to conquer the Grand Line, remain shrouded in mystery.
Let’s review the eight biggest mysteries about the Roger Pirates that Oda-sensei is still keeping under wraps!
1. Why were the Roger Pirates laughing at Laugh Tale?
This is probably the most iconic moment in the entire series. When they saw the One Piece treasure, Roger and his crew laughed until tears streamed down their faces. What did they see? A hilarious joke? A bitter irony about fate? Or an absurd truth so ridiculous it was laughable? This mystery will likely only be solved when Luffy finally sets foot on the final island.
2. Why did Roger say they “arrived too early”?
Roger once declared, “We came too early.” But too early for what? Clues suggest Roger was waiting for the simultaneous arrival of two kings, including Poseidon. Why does the absence of these elements prevent the One Piece treasure at Laugh Tale from activating? What made the Pirate King realize he wasn’t the chosen one?
3. What did Roger say to Shanks?
After returning from Laugh Tale, Roger had a private conversation with a young Shanks. The result? Shanks burst into tears. Did Roger reveal the Figarland family secret? His own illness? Or the heavy burden Shanks must carry to prepare for the new era? As Shanks’ identity as a Celestial Dragon gradually emerges, this question becomes more important than ever.
4. Where is Roger’s sword Ace now?
Roger’s sword, Ace, is one of the 12 Supreme Grade Swords (Saijo O Wazamono). After Roger surrendered, the sword vanished completely. He didn’t bring it to his execution or prison. Is it hidden somewhere, or does a secret heir now possess it?
5. What happened to the Oro Jackson ship?
The Oro Jackson is the legendary ship built from Adam wood, strong enough to conquer the fiercest seas. However, after the crew disbanded, its fate was never mentioned again. Could such a historically valuable ship have been destroyed, hidden by the World Government, or anchored on a secret island waiting for its successor?
6. What is the giant egg on Roger’s ship?
For years, fans have wondered about the giant egg on the Oro Jackson. It appears in flashbacks but has never been explained. Is it a dragon? A mythical creature? Or an ancient biological weapon connected to Joy Boy? Oda continues to keep this secret even as the story reaches its final chapters.
7. What exactly was Roger’s illness?
Roger suffered from a terminal illness in his final years. Although theories linking it to the God Valley incident have been debunked, the origin and name of his disease remain a mystery. In One Piece, illnesses often tie closely to the story or world lore. Was Roger’s death really just a natural health issue?
8. Why didn’t the Roger Pirates reveal the Void Century?
This is the biggest moral question. They knew about the Void Century, the Will of D, and the World Government’s crimes. Why did they stay silent? Was the world not ready yet? Or was there a reason they had to let the next era discover the truth and make its own decisions?