One Piece has had its fair share of iconic moments in anime as well as manga. From legendary fights and heartbreaking losses to shocking revelations and betrayals, Eiichiro Oda sets the bar high when it comes to sustaining freshness in the story. Needless to say, the anime continues to hook readers as well as viewers to this date.
Now, betrayals aren’t uncommon in the manga. From Blackbeard’s betrayal of Whitebeard and Pudding’s treachery toward the Straw Hat Pirates, the theme of deception is highlighted throughout the series. While some moments of treachery came as a shock, some were predictable.
However, the author’s recent chapter of the manga has revealed key hints that have fans speculating about the next possible traitor among the Gorosei, who could become Luffy’s ally in the future arcs.
Marcus Mars is a possible traitor in One Piece
One Piece written by Eiichiro Oda introduced some formidable foes including Imu and the Gorosei. While it is a known fact that the Gorosei hold immense power being a part of the World Government, they eventually bow down to Imu. However, the author has hinted at a possible traitor within the Gorosei.
Several fan speculations based on the revelations in the manga’s chapter 1122 have led many to believe that Marcus Mars could be the next possible traitor to betray the Gorosei. There were several hints dropped in both anime and manga regarding his betrayal of Gorosei and Imu.
One of the key moments that captured his indifference toward the Gorosei and the World Government is when he shows a distressful emotion when the order to execute Lulusia Island is passed. Many fans have associated that very moment being a similarity between him and Gan Fall.
Furthermore, his early arrival at Mary Geoise after the attack of Emeth on Gorosei raised several questions and speculations regarding his intentions. To add to that, he’s also the only one within the group who was shown in a remorseful state during the destruction of Lulusia Island.
An unlikely betrayal in One Piece
While fan theories point out Marcus Mars as a possible traitor within the Gorosei, some fans believe otherwise. In addition to that, several theories also point out Shephard Ju Peter’s possible betrayal in the future. While some question his motivation and intention, some stem from his youthful appearance as a member of Gorosei.
As a member of the powerful group of World Government Gorosei, Shephard Ju Peter possesses the Zoan ability to shapeshift into any animal species at will along with the ability to teleport through portals. However, his lack of contributions to major battles led fans to anticipate a possibility of treachery in the future.
To add to that, many have raised suspicions regarding his appearance that suggest that he might have undergone the Ope Ope immortality surgery. Besides, his questioning of the naming of a devil fruit raised further suspicions. And while the theories may seem plausible to some extent, his treachery isn’t made clear despite the hints.
Regardless of their powers and abilities, there have been several plausible as well as improbable predictions regarding the traitor in the Gorosei. Whether it is Shephard Ju Peter or Marcus Mars, we may never know since Gorosei seems to bend the knee to Imu regardless of their strength and power.
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