The recent revelations in *One Piece* regarding Loki’s flashback have left fans buzzing. Particularly, the incident at God Valley has unfolded in ways no one could have anticipated. As Eiichiro Oda slowly peeled back the layers of this infamous event, fans were eager for every detail. This flashback isn’t just exciting; it’s packed with extraordinary lore, ultimately marking it as one of the best flashbacks in the series. With the climax of the God Valley incident fittingly wrapped up in *One Piece* Chapter 1165, let’s recap how everything culminated.
Garp and Roger Defeat Rocks D. Xebec
In this chapter, we see Garp and Roger unite for an intense showdown against Rocks D. Xebec, who has morphed into a terrifying force. Garp aimed to bring the pirate menace to justice, while Roger was there to save Shakky. They quickly realized that Rocks had become an uncontrollable entity in this conflict.
Mirroring their struggle with Imu, who had overtaken Saturn’s body, Garp and Roger’s haki-infused strikes were ineffective against Rocks. The clash unleashed formidable Conqueror’s Haki, sending both heroes crashing against the mountains. Unfazed, they readied themselves for another round.
With their courage wavering but spirits high, Roger devised a dramatic plan: a combined attack that would require all their energy, risking their lives in the balance. Roger prepared his legendary “Hinokagetsuchi no Ace” sword strike while Garp delivered a flurry of punches reminiscent of Luffy’s Gomu Gomu no Gatling. Together, their final attack was enough to take down Rocks D. Xebec, confirming tales spoken by Sengoku. The dark symbiote-like powers surrounding Rocks dissipated, marking the end of his sinister reign.
All the Pirates Began to Escape
Meanwhile, Rayleigh and Shakky were on Rogers’ ship, amassing treasure. Yet the loyalty to their captain prevailed, prompting them to leap into action and support him. Conversely, the members of the Rocks Pirates sensed their imminent doom, prompting them to gather as much treasure as possible. Characters like Kaido, Linlin, and Shiki began splitting ways, all desperately trying to secure their futures.
In a comedic twist, Kaido and Big Mom, still standing after their previous defeat, reignited old disputes. Linlin claimed Kaido owed her for the Uo Uo no Mi Devil Fruit—however, Kaido would hear none of it. Their dynamic set the stage for their eventual emergence as Emperors in the current storyline.
Whitebeard also lingered on the island, encountering a character who bore a striking resemblance to Marco the Phoenix, believed to be his father. Their exchange hinted at Whitebeard’s ongoing journey, turning down an invitation to join another crew.
Imu’s Order to Erase the Existence of God Valley
As the dust settled, Dragon had grown frustrated with the Marines. He demanded they rescue those still trapped on the island. Meanwhile, Imu, still in control of Saturn’s body, ordered the complete erasure of all references to the God Valley incident. This act reflected the World Government’s desire to bury this crucial chapter of history.
The narrator noted that even though the World Government attempted to erase the God Valley incident from history, it undeniably shaped the pirate era. As fans, we’re left anticipating Oda’s next move. Will we explore more of the aftermath in the upcoming chapters, or will we leap forward? We’ll have to wait and see!
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