One of the biggest mysteries in One Piece is the connection between Monkey D. Luffy and Gol D. Roger, the legendary Pirate King who started the Great Age of Pirates. The two of them share many similarities, such as their personalities, their dreams, their abilities, and their mysterious middle initial “D”. But are they actually related by blood, or is there something else that binds them together? In this article, we will explore the possible answers to this question, based on the information we have so far from the manga and anime.
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The Sworn Brothers: Luffy, Ace and Sabo
One of the most obvious links between Luffy and Roger is their relationship with Portgas D. Ace, the son of Roger and his lover Portgas D. Rouge. Ace was born after Roger’s execution, and was raised by Monkey D. Garp, Luffy’s grandfather and a famous Marine hero. Garp entrusted Ace to the care of Curly Dadan, a mountain bandit who also took care of Luffy when he was a child.
Luffy and Ace became sworn brothers through a sake cup exchange ceremony, along with another boy named Sabo, who was the son of a noble from Goa Kingdom. The three of them shared their dreams of becoming pirates and sailing the seas together. However, their bond was tested by many hardships, such as Sabo’s apparent death at the hands of a World Noble, Ace’s departure to join Whitebeard’s crew, and Luffy’s journey to find his own crew.
Despite their different paths, Luffy and Ace remained loyal to each other, and even risked their lives to save each other from danger. Luffy infiltrated Impel Down, the world’s most secure prison, to rescue Ace from his impending execution by the Marines. Ace sacrificed himself to protect Luffy from Akainu’s magma fist, dying in his arms with a smile on his face.
Sabo, who survived his ordeal and joined the Revolutionary Army led by Monkey D. Dragon, Luffy’s father, later inherited Ace’s will and his Devil Fruit power, the Mera Mera no Mi. He also became Luffy’s ally in Dressrosa, where he helped him defeat Donquixote Doflamingo and his crew.
Luffy considers Ace and Sabo as his true brothers, even though they are not related by blood. He cherishes their memories and their promises, and carries on their legacy as he pursues his dream of becoming the Pirate King.
The Will of D.: A Mysterious Inheritance
Another link between Luffy and Roger is their possession of the Will of D., a mysterious trait that is shared by some individuals who have the middle initial “D.” in their names. The meaning and origin of this will are still unknown, but it seems to be related to the Void Century, a period of history that was erased by the World Government.
Those who carry the Will of D. are said to be natural enemies of the World Government and its rulers, the Celestial Dragons. They also tend to have strong convictions, fearless personalities, adventurous spirits, charismatic leaderships, and remarkable destinies. They often smile right before their death, as if they know something that others don’t.
Some examples of people who have the Will of D. are:
– Monkey D. Luffy
– Monkey D. Dragon
– Monkey D. Garp
– Portgas D. Ace
– Gol D. Roger
– Portgas D. Rouge
– Jaguar D. Saul
– Marshall D. Teach (Blackbeard)
– Trafalgar D. Water Law
– Rocks D. Xebec
According to Donquixote Rosinante, a former Marine officer and brother of Donquixote Doflamingo, the Will of D. is inherited from generation to generation, like a family name. He also said that those who have it are waiting for a certain day that will come in the future.
Some people believe that Luffy and Roger are related by blood because they have the same will. However, this is not necessarily true, as there are other people who have different bloodlines but share the same will. For example, Law is not related to any other known bearer of the Will of D., but he still has it.
Therefore, it is possible that Luffy and Roger are not biologically related, but they are connected by something deeper than blood: a common destiny that transcends time and space.
The Voice of All Things: A Rare Gift
Another link between Luffy and Roger is their ability to hear the Voice of All Things, a rare gift that allows them to communicate with animals, objects, and even ancient writings that normal people cannot understand.
Luffy first demonstrated this ability when he was able to hear the Sea Kings, giant sea creatures that live in the depths of the ocean. He later used it to decipher the Poneglyphs, stone tablets that contain the true history of the world, with the help of Nico Robin, his archaeologist crewmate.
Roger also had this ability, and he was able to read all the Poneglyphs without Robin’s help. He even left his own message on one of them, challenging future generations to find his treasure, the One Piece. He also heard the voice of Zunisha, a massive elephant that carries the island of Zou on its back.
The Voice of All Things is not something that can be learned or taught. It is a natural talent that only a few people have. It is also related to the power of Haki, a manifestation of one’s will and spirit. Luffy and Roger both have strong Haki, especially the Conqueror’s Haki, which allows them to overpower and intimidate weaker foes.
The Voice of All Things is a key to unlocking the secrets of the world and reaching the final island, Laugh Tale, where Roger found the One Piece and learned the truth about everything. Luffy is following Roger’s footsteps, and he may be the one who will inherit his will and his legacy.
The Conclusion: A Fateful Connection
In conclusion, Luffy and Roger are not confirmed to be related by blood, but they are connected by many other factors that make them similar and special. They are both bearers of the Will of D., they both have the ability to hear the Voice of All Things, they both have strong Haki and Conqueror’s Haki, they both have similar personalities and dreams, and they both have a close relationship with Portgas D. Ace.
Luffy is not a direct descendant of Roger, but he is his spiritual successor. He is the one who will carry on his will and his adventure. He is the one who will find the One Piece and become the new Pirate King. He is the one who will change the world with his actions.
Luffy and Roger are not related by blood, but they are related by fate. They are two sides of the same coin. They are two stars that shine in different eras. They are two legends that inspire countless people.
They are Monkey D. Luffy and Gol D. Roger.
