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One Piece’sElbaf arc continues to reveal one important character after another in the story, and given that Oda promised to reveal the most important elements of the story here, it goes without saying that some of the most crucial characters required to take the story forward are going to be revealed here as well. Out of the many characters that Oda introduced in the Elbaf arc ofOne Piece, fans knowthat Shamrock Figarland stands on top as one of the most exciting ones.
Shamrock Figarland is an exceptionally powerful fighter, and Oda has already teased him as a significant character who will go on to shake the world later down the line. Although he might not be heavily involved in the Elbaf arc, fans know that Shamrock will eventually play a major role, and this can be said based on the fact that Oda had actually planned his character long beforeOne Pieceeven began serialization in Shonen Jump.
Who Is Shamrock Figarland — One Of The Most Important Characters
The Son Of Garling Figarland
The Captain Of the Holy Knights
Shamrock Figarland was first teased inOne Pieceduring the Reverie arc, although back then few knew who he was, and most just assumed him to be Shanks, since they look similar. Later on, in the Final Saga ofOne Piece, specifically in the Egghead arc, Saint Garling Figarland was shown to the fans. Garling was revealed to hold the same family name as Shanks in Film Red, and that was absolutely major for the plot. What’s more, the Kuma flashback gave fans a look at young Garling, and his appearance was exactly like Shanks. This essentially confirmed to the fans that Shanks was Garling’s son. What’s more, Garling spoke to his children on God Valley, which confirmed to the fans that there was more than just one child.
We will bring Elbaf under our control, no matter what. — Shamrock Figarland
Finally, the Elbaf arc revealed to the fans that Shanks is the son of Garling and that he has a twin brother named Shamrock Figarland. Shamrock was raised to becomethe Captain of the Holy Knightsand he stands as one of the strongest characters in the whole world right now. Fans had assumed initially that Shamrock Figarland was going to be the main antagonist of the Elbaf arc. As things stand, he’s already left Elbaf, which gives one the idea that he is going to be important later down the line.
How Oda Teased Shamrock Before One Piece Began
Shamrock Was Always In Oda’s Plans
While it isn’t known exactly what Oda will dowith Shamrock Figarland in the Final SagaofOne Piece, what can be said clearly is that Shamrock was always planned by Oda long ago. In one of his early drafts forOne Piece, in a prototype, Oda shows a drawing of a leader of Knights named Shanks.
Of course, this idea evolved greatly over the years. Shanks became a pirate instead of a Knight, and his brother, Shamrock Figarland, became the Knight instead. Just as Oda’s early draft shows, Shamrock was made the leader or the Captain of the Knights, and that in itself shows that Oda’s plans for introducing the Holy Knights in the story were always there.
You are to report back to Marijoa, Shamrock. Orders from above. — Killingham to Shamrock
Shamrock’s Role In The Final Saga
Shamrock Figarland will be greatly involved in the final stretch ofOne Piece. This is evident from the fact that Oda included him in the panel showcasing the most important characters in the entirety ofOne Piece. Shamrock Figarland isn’t in Elbaf right now, but he will most likely go on to fight the Revolutionary Army soon enough and break the siege on Marijoa. It is also possiblethat Shamrock will encounter Blackbeard Piratesin one way or another.
Another major possibility is forShamrock to eventually return to Elbafwith a much bigger force, making him the main antagonist of the arc. Of course, nothing is set in stone just yet, but fans are eagerly waiting for Shamrock to get a big moment to shine. Given his importance in Oda’s eyes, however, it’s only a matter of time before that happens.
One Piece chapter 1146 will be out very soon, later this week. As usual, One Piece is going to drop on the upcoming Sunday. In Japan, One Piece drops at 12AM JST on Monday. However, the vast majority of international readers will see the chapter available on April 20. The official release date of One Piece Chapter 1146 is July 04, 2025. Fans can read the chapter for free onManga Plus.
