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One Piece’sElbaf arc has thrown quitea lot of focus on the character of Shanks, despite him not being directly involved in the story. While fans did expect more direct involvement from Shanks in this arc, it appears that Oda is building his character more, bit by bit, before actually allowing him to make moves in the present timeline of the story. Shanks is incredibly exciting already, and fans know that he has a massive role to play.
But if what Oda had done for him so far wasn’t enough, what’s coming next is even more exciting, as Shanks has now officially been labelled as the Child of Destiny. Naturally, some fans are confused about what that could actually mean, but Oda has already revealed the answer to that question.
Shanks Is The Child of Destiny
InOne Piecechapter 1152, fans got to see a flashback of Scopper Gaban and Shanks, where they were taking a bath together, 14 years ago. It was here that Shanks was seen looking back at his life, and acknowledging how much it had changed. Gaban specifically referred to Shanks as the Child of Destiny, which means that the Roger Pirates knew that Shanks was special and more than that, that he has a special role cut out for him. Shanks will shape the future of the world, and Oda has highlighted that on many occasions.
You are the child of destiny! — Gaban to Shanks
He’s the one who secured the Nika fruit from the clutches of the World Government, and at the same time, it is Shanks who set Luffy on the path to becoming a pirate.Without Shanks, Nika wouldn’t return, and without him, Nika won’t win against the Devil either. After all, the previous two times, Nika lost to the enemies. This time, however, Shanks is there to make a difference, and this is why his role as the Child of Destiny is important.
When Luffy became a Yonko, Oda drew Shanks in a conversation with Ben Beckman, drinking sake. The bottle had “Number 5, 67” written on it, which is a reference to “Destiny” symphony No.5 Opus 67 by Beethoven. Once again, it is Oda’s subtle way to tell the fans that Shanks’s destiny is to bring back Nika and restore order in the world.
Shanks Will Make The Difference In The Final War Of One Piece
A Celestial Dragon Will Ensure The Fall Of Celestial Dragons
In the Final War ofOne Piece,Shanks is going to play an exceptionally important role. He will lead from the front and fight the very same Celestial Dragons to whom he belongs. Shanks is a fallen God, but he cares not for glory or his former status, but for the freedom of his friends and those he loves. Shanks loves peace, and he wants to have carefree adventures. Above all, Shanks believes in Nika, and this is why it is his responsibility to ensure that the biggest change in the Final Saga ofOne Pieceis facilitated.
One Piece Chapter 1153 will be out this week. As usual, One Piece is going to drop on Sunday. In Japan, One Piece drops at 12AM JST on Monday. However, the vast majority of international readers will see the chapter available on June 29. The official release date of One Piece Chapter 1152 is July 17, 2025. Fans can read the chapter for free onManga Plus.
