You might not have realized, but it’s been six long years since Sengoku spoke about Rocks D. Xebec, the pirate who the World Government wiped from history books. So, Oda continued sharing Rocks’ image as a silhouette, thus concealing his true appearance. Xebec continued to make an appearance in the manga as a silhouette, including when Kaido talked about him in Wano, the revelation of the God Valley Incident in the Egghead arc, and finally, Loki talking about his visit to the homeland of the Giants in the Elbaf arc.
Well, we don’t have to stare at Rocks D. Xebec’s silhouette anymore, as Oda has finally revealed his complete face in One Piece Chapter 1154. The creator has executed the long-awaited face reveal of Rocks D. Xebec during King Harald and Loki ‘s past in the Elbaf arc.
We knew that Rocks was in Elbaf once before, as Loki talked about his idol’s visit to his homeland in One Piece Chapter 1145. Now, the latest chapter showcases Rock D. Xebec and a few members of his crew, namely Shiki, Whitebeard, and Stussy, accompanying him to the homeland of the Giants.
One look at Xebec’s face and even a child could notice that Xebec is related to Blackbeard. Rocks D. Xebec is now officially confirmed to be the father of Marshall D. Teach , aka Blackbeard, in One Piece. Xebec eerily resembles his son, one of the Warlords of the Sea in One Piece , in a lot of ways, including his maniacal wide grin, identical madman’s eyes, gold hoop earrings, and more.
Apart from the similarities, fans noted that Xebec has spiked hair like characters from popular Yu-Gi-Oh and has a prominent scar on his left eye , which makes him look like a character from Dr. Stone. Undoubtedly, this is one of the best character designs sketched by Oda sensei. And I have to say, Xebec does look like a more terrifying version of Blackbeard, doesn’t he?
From his face reveal, it is evident that Rocks D. Xebec is a renowned pirate with a menacing aura, as the manga previously suggested. Seeing the real appearance of the Rocks Pirates ‘ captain is a dream come true for long-time One Piece fans.
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“I think about ten men should do,” Luffy said when he set out to form a pirate crew and become the next Pirate King. Over time, Luffy gathered nine crewmates in his boisterous adventures, the latest recruit being Jinbe in the Wano Country arc. So, with only one spot left to fill, the fandom continues to clash and theorize over who will be the destined tenth member of the next Straw Hat Pirates. Vivi is one of the strong contenders, and Yamato also left a lasting impression on Luffy.
But, I believe it’s time we forget both of them (not literally) as contenders for joining the Straw Hats crew. Well, a new character from Elbaf has emerged as a top contender. Luffy himself has asked him to join the Straw Hat Pirates crew in the One Piece manga.
Will Loki Become a Straw Hat Pirate in One Piece?
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One Piece fans had heard about Loki and were curious to learn all about him as we approached the Elbaf island. However, things took quite a wild turn with Loki’s character. We didn’t expect him to be the shame of Elbaf.
Since the start of the Elbaf arc, Luffy is the only character who believed there is more to Loki than all the terrible things people say about him. The Straw Hats’ captain never misses the mark when it comes to reading someone’s personality. So, Luffy and Loki have developed a bond since their fated meeting.
With the arrival of Imu on Elbaf through Gunko, one of the God’s Knight members, nightmares and converted demon soldiers are running amok in the Homeland of the Giants. Luffy, along with Zoro and Sanji, has learned about the havoc in the Sun World.
In the latest One Piece chapter 1152, Loki wants to be freed to fight against the God’s Knights, but the rest of the giants aren’t convinced about setting him free. They have every right to be worried about freeing the king slayer.
That is when Luffy steps up and asks Loki to join his crew . Luffy has always been a great judge of character, as I mentioned earlier. When he wants someone on his crew, he never fails to ask them right away, as seen with all the crew members who have joined until now. Even his wings, Zoro and Sanji, are on board with this idea, but they are more worried about how Loki will fit inside their ship and how they will feed a giant.
Of course, Loki refuses as he wouldn’t want to be Luffy’s underling. But this is Luffy we are talking about, a man who refuses everyone’s refusal. At the moment, Loki is sharing his side of the story about the fateful day when his father, King Harald, was slain. We are sure he will redeem himself after this, and his redemption arc is coming next in the Elbaf arc.
Loki has all the qualities to become a Straw Hat crew member. He has already got the blessings of the captain, and he has emerged to the top as a serious candidate who can become the 10th Straw Hat member. Only a handful of people, such as Gaimon, Kinemon, and others, haven’t joined the crew after Luffy asked them to, but Loki is clearly a different guy.
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