Key Takeaways
- Garp survives Kuzan's attack, now Luffy and Koby can be saviors in a high-level rescue mission.
- Garp's capture could lead to a major naval campaign against Blackbeard, threatening the Navy's morale.
- Koby may save Garp, showing his growth as a hero, while Luffy focuses on his final quest.
Currently the One piece The manga confirms that Garp survived Kuzan's attack on Hachinosu, the only question left is who will save him, Luffy or Koby? After his mission to save Koby forces him to fight Kuzan, Garp is seriously injured but manages to escape death. For Blackbeard, this round was a good loss. Although he captures Koby to make a deal with the World Government, Garp is a bigger bargaining chip. As a Marine Corps “Hero” and a symbol of truth, Garp holds a unique value, both for his reputation and the message he sends to Marines.
But the real question is: who will save Garp? Although both Luffy and Koby have strong motivations, it is uncertain which of them will actually free Garp from the Blackbeard Pirates. Luffy was unable to save Ace during Marineford, so rescuing Garp allowed him to rewrite the painful memories of a loved family's death. On the other hand, Koby's potential role is also attractive; he was able to prove himself worthy of his mentor's trust and emerge as the next “Hero of the Marines.” One piece, carrying Garp's torch into the future.
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The case of Luffy's rescue mission
Luffy's bond with Garp has always been one of love and rebellion. Although Garp trained him at a young age, pushing him into the Marines, Luffy's choice to become a pirate put them on opposite sides of the law. However, Luffy's deep respect and love for his grandfather cannot be denied. He wouldn't hesitate for a second to drop everything and go save his older brother. Furthermore, the emotional burden of seeing a loved one in danger—especially after Ace—could push Luffy into action, bringing him face to face with Blackbeard for personal revenge. .
Luffy's recent encounter with the Marines on Egghead Island showed that he was more than ready to fight a powerful enemy. However, taking Blackbeard out of his homeland would be dangerous. Blackbeard and his crew are powerful, and a direct attack could endanger Luffy's life and the safety of his crew. That said, Luffy often chose the more dangerous path when loved ones were at risk. While Luffy's crew may be concerned about danger, they may also rally behind, knowing this is a personal battle. If Luffy makes a move, it's a declaration of war against Blackbeard.
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The debate over Koby's rescue mission
Koby's journey from shy seaman to accomplished hero is one of the most interesting arcs of One piece. Under Garp's guidance, Koby transforms into a brave and skilled Marine with a strong sense of justice. Koby recently released his own technique, Honesty Impact.
For Koby, saving Garp was a defining moment in his career. The fact that Blackbeard tried to use him as leverage is proof enough of his rising status, and saving Garp could cement Koby's place as one of the brightest soldiers in the Navy. He has become the new Hero of the Marines, like Garp after the events of God Valley, and may play the same role in Luffy's story that Garp did in Roger .
WG can't ignore Garp like he ignored Koby
With Garp's life hanging in the balance, the Marines may have no choice but to go on a rescue mission. GARP is not just about the sea; he is a symbol of power and honor in the navy. Leaving it in Blackbeard's hands would tarnish the Navy's image and damage its ranks. This could lead to a major naval operation in Blackbeard's defense, which could be led by someone as high as Sengoku or even Akainu.
Will it be Luffy, Koby, or the entire Navy?
It seems likely that Oda will have Koby be the one to save Garp, allowing him a defining character arc that emphasizes his growth and independence as a hero of the Marines. If Luffy rescuing Garp is really poetic—especially if, unlike the Marineford arc, he has the full support of his crew—this moment might come too soon in the final saga.
Blackbeard remains one of Luffy's ultimate rivals, and it's hard to imagine him facing such a powerful opponent before the journey to the One piece reaching its climax. Besides, Luffy's priority is to complete the odyssey, and he may not even know about Garp's capture until the war is over.
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This path not only gives Koby the light of what he has achieved but also sets Luffy and his crew on a path to further training for the inevitable battles to come. The current theory is that each of the Straw Hats faces a challenge in their area of Yggdrasil—a training opportunity that can prepare them for the harsh realities of war. finally.