The legendary God Valley incident has finally begun in the One Piece manga. Author Eiichiro Oda is carefully revealing new details about the pivotal event. These new chapters confirm Monkey D. Dragon was present on the island 38 years ago.
His unexpected actions there altered the destinies of major characters. This includes his own son, Luffy, and the future Emperor, Shanks. The storyline showcases a classic Oda narrative butterfly effect.
Dragon’s Marine Past and God Valley Mission
Recent chapters reveal Dragon was once a Marine officer. He was present at God Valley as a young cadet. The Marines were ordered to subdue citizens with tranquilizers and gas.
According to the narrative, Dragon questioned these orders against innocents. This moment seeded his future rebellion against the World Government. He witnessed the organization’s true, vile nature firsthand.
Dragon’s path crossed with Figarland Garling during the chaos. Garling, a Celestial Dragon, slew the mother of Shanks and his twin. The injured mother desperately sought to protect her babies from him.
The Rescue That Changed Everything
Dragon discovered the injured mother and her twins. She pleaded with him to save her children from Garling. He agreed to take Shanks and his twin sister far away.
It is highly speculated Dragon found his Devil Fruit power there. He was 17 and powerless during the event. Placing Shanks in a treasure box was part of his escape plan.
This act directly led to Shanks being found by the Roger Pirates. He was raised as a pirate, not a Celestial Dragon. This altered the entire balance of power in the One Piece world.
Shanks would later save Luffy’s life in Foosha village. He inspired Luffy to become a pirate and gave him his straw hat. Dragon’s single act of saving a baby created a ripple effect across decades.
Thought you’d like to know
What was the God Valley incident?
It was a major event where the Roger Pirates and Marines clashed. Celestial Dragons hosted a brutal hunting competition on the island. The incident was erased from history by the World Government.
Who is Shanks’ real father?
Shanks is the son of Figarland Garling, a Celestial Dragon. Garling is now the leader of the Holy Knights. This confirms Shanks has Celestial Dragon lineage.
Why did Dragon leave the Marines?
He became disillusioned after witnessing World Government atrocities. The God Valley incident showed him the Marines were mere puppets. This led him to form the Revolutionary Army.
Was Shanks always meant to be a Celestial Dragon?
Yes, but Dragon’s intervention changed his fate. He was saved from being raised by his ruthless father, Garling. Instead, he was found and raised by Pirate King Gol D. Roger.
How does this connect to Luffy?
Dragon saving Shanks indirectly saved Luffy’s life years later. Shanks inspired Luffy and sacrificed his arm for him. This father’s action directly enabled his son’s future journey.
