For decades,One Piecefans have speculated about the identities and roles of the mysterious pirates who once sailed with the legendary Gol D. Roger. While key figures like Silvers Rayleigh and Crocus have appeared in the story, the rest of the Pirate King’s crew remained largely unknown. That is, until now.
InOne Piece’sSBS (Shitsumon o Boshū Suru) Volume 112, creator Eiichiro Oda has finally revealed the full roles of Roger’s main crew, according to@pewpieceon X. This long-awaited announcement fills in major gaps that have lingered since the manga’s early years and sheds new light on one of the most legendary crews in anime history.
Scopper Gaban’s Long-Awaited Spotlight
The Roger Pirates' Mysterious Third-in-Command Finally Gets His Due
Among the most anticipated reveals was the official role of Scopper Gaban, long rumored to be one of Roger’s strongest crewmates. Oda confirms Gaban was the crew’s navigator, a surprising but significant role considering how crucial navigation is in the treacherous Grand Line.
This puts Gaban in the same category as Nami on the Straw Hat crew, indicating he may have played a key strategic role in guiding Roger to the elusive Raftel. His high standing among the crew is further reinforced by his early appearances alongside Rayleigh during flashbacks.
Gaban’s reappearance, or even deeper backstory, could be a major asset in the Final Saga. With more focus now on ancient history and the world’s secrets, a skilled navigator from the Pirate King’s crew might still have vital insight to share.
The Hidden Strengths of Roger’s Crew
Oda Reveals the Specialized Roles That Made Roger’s Crew Unstoppable
The full crew breakdown includes an intriguing mix of specialists, showing just how well-rounded the Roger Pirates really were. Beyond the expected roles of helmsman and doctor,Oda reveals surprising positions like a torturer, scholar, informant, and even a tactical officer.
This confirms that Roger’s crew was not just powerful, they were deeply organized. Moon Isaac Jr., a new name for many fans, was revealed as the tactical officer, a possible strategist for the crew’s adventures across the seas. Others, like Millet Pine and Rowing, suggest the crew engaged in intelligence-gathering and even interrogation, likely essential in uncovering the truths of the Void Century.
This newly detailed roster paints Roger’s crew as more than just a band of outlaws; they were a mission-driven force with purpose, skill, and structure.
Every crew role hints at Roger’s larger purpose, not just to sail the seas, but to uncover history’s deepest mysteries. This newly detailed roster paints Roger’s crew as more than just a band of outlaws; they were a mission-driven force with purpose, skill, and structure.
This long-awaited revealreminds fans whyOne Pieceremains so captivatingafter nearly 30 years. Even now, with the story nearing its end, Oda continues to expand the world in ways that surprise and reward longtime fans.
