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One PieceVolume 112 dropped recently, and that means fans now have access to a new section of SBS, whereOda answers questions from the fans, ranging from joke questions to very big things that have massive implications for the plot.
This time around, Oda revealed a bunch of exciting information about Elbaf, and surprisingly enough, on a totally unrelated note, about the Rocks Pirates as well. Much to the surprise of the fans, Oda went on to reveal a new member of the Rocks Pirates, named Gill Baster, and also explained to the fans what exactly happened to him in his later life.
Oda Reveals A New Member Of The Rocks Pirates
Fans ofOne Piecehave always wanted to know more about the Rocks Pirates. If there is one crew the fans want Oda to dive deep into,it is the Rocks Pirates. Sadly, Oda seems to be saving the Rocks Pirates for later, which is why only bits and pieces of information are available when it comes to them. Still, every now and then, Oda reveals exciting bits of information about the Rocks Pirates, and this time he’s done so in an SBS corner.
They say Rocks D. Xebec was taken down by the Government. — Loki
Oda has just revealed another member of the Rocks Pirates. To be clear, this member appeared in the manga alreadyduring the God Valley Incidentthat was briefly featured in Kuma’s flashback. Fans didn’t have a name for this character, but now, Oda has revealed all about him. Here’s what Oda had to say:
Question: Is the man with sunglasses who appeared in Chapter 1096 Gil Bastar?
Answer: Yes. He’s a hidden character - Actually, the protagonist of a manga I drew when I was 17. How did you figure that out?! LOL
So, this Gil Basterof the Rocks Pirateshad his corpse retrieved by Gecko Moria, and he also appeared during the Thriller Bark Arc in Chapter 450. He’s the Kind of character you’re totally not noticing!
Who Was Gill Baster Of The Rocks Pirates?
A Very Powerful Gun Slinger
Fans don’t know much about the Gill Baster inOne Piece, but he’s actually from Oda’s Wanted One-shot. In it, Gill Baster is revealed to be a very powerful criminal, but someone who only kills in self-defense. He killed many people in self-defense throughout his life and that’s why he became highly wanted. His bounty was 970 million, which is extremely high, and although this isn’t a figure in berries, if Oda were to translate it toOne Piece, it probably will be.
Gill Baster even managed to kill the greatest hitman, Sino Phoenix, and that’s why the police eventually dropped his bounty, deeming him too strong.
As seen inOne Piece, Gill Baster had four arms and wielded four guns. He seemingly got stronger with time. He eventually died somewhere,but his corpse was found by Gecko Moriaand turned into a General Zombie.
One Piece Chapter 1154 will be out in two weeks. 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 July 13. The official release date of One Piece Chapter 1154 is July 06, 2025. Fans can read the chapter for free on Manga Plus.
