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One Piece’sElbaf arc has been absolutely phenomenal so far, and Oda keeps on raising the heat here, with the Holy Knights and Imu themself now having gotten involved as well. Elbaf doesn’t just sport some of the most exciting villains in the story, but at the same time, it also ensures that fans get some massive lore reveals. At the same time inOne Piece, Oda has taken his time to introduce to the fans some legendary characters as well, such as Scopper Gaban, which only adds to the level of depth of the plot.
When it comes to Scopper Gaban specifically, fans know that he’s known to have been Roger’s left arm and among the strongest on the crew. At the same time, Gaban is clearly a parallel to Sanji from the Straw Hat Pirates. Through Gaban’s character, Oda has finally settled the long-time debate of who is stronger between Zoro and Sanji.
The Zoro Vs Sanji Debate Has Always Been Big
When it comes to the Zoro and Sanji rivalry, fans know very well that it goes back to the Little Garden arc. To be precise, they first started bickering in Arlong Park, but it was Little Garden where the rivalry truly took off. The two were competing over who would catch the bigger dinosaur and in this way, Oda paralleled them to Dorry and Brogy, two mighty warriors of Elbaf, who have fought over 100 battles with each other, all to a draw.
It’s time for the stars to take the stage! — Marco on Zoro and Sanji
Sanji and Zoro have never fought and they never will, but they do compete with each other in terms of how they perform against their enemies. Usually, Zoro takes on the second strongest enemy of the opposition,while Sanji takes on the third strongest. This has led some fans to believe that Zoro is the second strongest, while Sanji is the third strongest. While a case can clearly be made for it, it seems Oda doesn’t look at it that way.
Oda Has Introduced Parallels That Confirm Their Standing
Dorry and Brogy are Equal, Just Like Rayleigh and Gaban
Zoro and Sanji’s strength will be debated until the end of time, but it seems Oda has already made it clear what he thinks. Firstly, Oda has drawn a parallel between them and the Co-Captains of the Giant Warrior Pirates. Just as Dorry and Brogy are equal, Oda seems to imply an equality between Zoro and Sanji. If that wasn’t crystal clear, then the introduction ofGaban certainly cleared it all up.
I was the second strongest in the Roger Pirates! — Scopper Gaban
Gaban is known to be a character who is on par with Roger and Rayleigh, meaning he’s in the same tier as them. It is said that Gaban rivaled Rayleigh, meaning they’re on the same level. Furthermore, inOne Piecechapter 1151, Gaban confirms that he sees himself as the second strongest of the Roger Pirates. Clearly, this means the difference in power between Gaban and Rayleigh is nonexistent and an argument can be made for either to be placed at No. 2 in terms of strength.
Zoro And Sanji Are Meant To Be Seen As Equals
Zoro and Sanji are meantto parallel Dorry and Brogy, and also on Rayleigh and Gaban. Undoubtedly, the idea that Oda is enforcing, especially in the Final Saga, is that Zoro and Sanji are meant to be seen as equals. Fans can still have one over the other, but the fighting and debate between them is never going to end.
One Piece Chapter 1151 will be out in a day. 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 8. The official release date of One Piece Chapter 1151 is July 07, 2025. Fans can read the chapter for free onManga Plus.
