As a seasoned One Piece enthusiast with countless hours invested in deciphering the intricate lore of this captivating series, I find the theory about two Shanks, or the potential existence of a twin brother, to be intriguingly plausible. The clues have been there all along, hidden in plain sight by the masterful storytelling of Eiichiro Oda.

Fans of the expansive series “One Piece” often find themselves engrossed in speculation. One intriguing theory floating around is the possibility that there are two Shanks, or that Shanks has a twin brother. Hints from chapter 1134, set for release on December 22, seem to support this idea, as it brings back a familiar character, sparking curiosity among readers.

Exploring beyond the details of chapter 1134 in “One Piece,” let’s delve into a theory that emerged earlier on. In chapter 907, a surprising incident unfolded within the world of OP. Shanks was seen meeting with the Five Elders privately, causing some fans to suspect that his true nature might be villainous.

This event sparked a thorough examination. Fans started to closely examine every action of Shanks, suspecting he might have betrayed them. At the same time, the meeting with the Elders was scrutinized closely, especially intriguing was the way Shanks was introduced. Notably, Shanks was only shown from the right side during this introduction, revealing only a portion of his face without his characteristic scar.

At the top, Shanks during a meeting with Whitebeard with a visible scar, at the bottom during a meeting with the Elders without a scar | One Piece, Eiichiro Oda, Shueisha, 1997

Supporters of the character Shanks, unwilling to accept the idea of his betrayal, began brainstorming theories suggesting that it wasn’t actually Shanks who met with the Elders, but rather his twin brother. Although neither Eiichiro Oda nor the manga has ever confirmed the existence of such a twin, fans have been speculating that this could be the only explanation for how “Shanks” was able to communicate with the Five Elders.

Admittedly, Shanks’ transformation into a villain appears rather puzzling because for quite some time, his character was established as a good guy. Throughout the manga and anime, it’s evident that Shanks deeply cares for Luffy and wishes him well, even going so far as to protect those who can’t protect themselves. Moreover, he consistently avoids unnecessary conflicts. Given these traits, it’s difficult for fans to envision him aligning with “the antagonists.

Readers often point out another intriguing aspect in “One Piece” – the encounter between Shanks and Whitebeard in chapter 434. During this meeting, Whitebeard admitted that whenever he gazes upon Shanks’ face, it causes him pain due to his scars. This implies that someone resembling the red-haired pirate could be the source of these wounds. Previously, there was speculation that Figarland Garling was responsible for his injuries, but these two figures crossed paths during the God Valley incident, and Whitebeard received his scar afterwards.

As a dedicated fan, I can’t help but feel a surge of anticipation as we approach Chapter 1134! This installment could potentially contribute significantly to the widely-discussed theory surrounding Shanks, much like the chapters that followed have done. If our observations prove accurate, it could dramatically alter the course and interactions within the series. I simply can’t wait to see what unfolds!

The new chapter of One Piece will be available to read on December 22nd on Manga Plus.

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2024-12-20 11:03