The recent face reveal of Rocks D. Xebec in One Piece Chapter 1154 has reignited debates within the community about the lineage of Buggy the Clown. While Eiichiro Oda confirmed Rocks as Blackbeard’s father, fans are revisiting theories that suggest Buggy might also be his son. This article explores the evidence and implications surrounding this controversial topic.
Rocks D. Xebec Face Reveal Revives Speculation on Buggy the Clown’s Parentage
Rocks D. Xebec’s character design, unveiled in the latest chapter, has become a focal point for fans dissecting the origins of prominent One Piece figures. Buggy’s background remains largely mysterious, aside from his birth in the Grand Line 39 years ago and his childhood apprenticeship with the Roger Pirates. This lingering ambiguity fuels speculation about his connection to Rocks.
Examining the histories of the current Yonko reveals a pattern: each has a notable parent influencing their legacy. For example, Shanks is the son of Figarland Garling, Luffy is the offspring of Monkey D. Dragon, and Blackbeard has now been confirmed as Rocks D. Xebec’s son. Buggy remains the only Yonko whose parentage is undisclosed, leading to fan theories about his possible ties to Rocks.
Analyzing the Possible Relationship Between Buggy and Rocks D. Xebec in One Piece
The distinctive design of Rocks D. Xebec’s face appears to be a composite resembling both Blackbeard and Buggy, with one half closely matching Blackbeard’s features and the other reminiscent of Buggy. This dual resemblance has prompted fans to consider the possibility that Buggy and Blackbeard might be half-brothers sharing Rocks as their father.
Beyond visual clues, One Piece Chapter 1154 includes a scene where Rocks and his crew arrive on Elbaf, coinciding with a mountain being sliced unexpectedly. This has led to speculation that Rocks might have possessed the Bara Bara no Mi (Chop Chop Fruit) devil fruit power, potentially awakened to control his surroundings. Fans theorize that Buggy could have inherited this devil fruit ability, while Blackbeard inherited Rocks’ will and ambition.
This interpretation adds depth to the narrative, paralleling themes of brotherhood explored in the Elbaf arc, where bonds of will transcend blood relations. Until further revelations from Oda, many fans maintain that Rocks D. Xebec could be Buggy’s father, enhancing the complexity of their intertwined destinies.
The theory that Buggy and Blackbeard are brothers from different mothers enriches the lore of One Piece and opens new avenues for character development and story arcs. The community eagerly awaits official confirmation or further hints from the series.