One Piece Chapter 1151 spoilers revealed that Ya is indeed Scopper Gaban, the legendary member of the Roger Pirates. For years, fans have believed Gaban was the third strongest member of the crew after Roger and Rayleigh. However, this new chapter brings a twist that might change that idea.
As Luffy’s crew catches up with Chopper and Gaban, one character says Gaban was the third strongest on Roger’s pirate crew. Gaban immediately shoots back, stating he was the second strongest. This revelation has sparked widespread debate: could Scopper Gaban be stronger than Silvers Rayleigh?
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What We Know About Rayleigh
“Dark King” Silver Rayleigh is one of the most legendary characters in One Piece. He was the right-hand man to Pirate King Gold Roger and helped him reach Laugh Tale. Rayleigh was Luffy’s mentor and taught him how to master Haki during the time skip. Even at an advanced age, he was capable enough to battle Admiral Kizaru at Sabaody and was dangerous enough that even Blackbeard chose not to fight him.
Rayleigh was the second-in-command of the Roger Pirates and served as the crew’s leader in Roger’s absence. His role came second only to the Pirate King himself, and for a long time, fans believed that no other member on the crew could surpass his level.
Rayleigh’s feats and abilities include:
- Master of all three forms of Haki: Observation, Armament, and Conqueror’s.
- Master swordsman capable of fighting an Admiral.
- Impressive physical strength, agility, and reflexes even in older age.
- Has knowledge of the One Piece treasure and the true history of the world
Rayleigh has not been shown in an all-out fight yet, so it is hard to judge exactly how strong he still is. However, considering how old characters from his generation, such as Whitebeard and Garp, are absolute monsters, it’s safe to say that no one should underestimate the Dark King.
What We Know About Gaban
“Mountain-Eater” Scopper Gaban is another legendary character in One Piece and is usually referred to as the “Left Hand of the Pirate King.” Gaban first appeared in Buggy’s flashback and subsequently during the time Oden traveled with Roger. He now lives as a retired man on Elbaph with his family. Gaban has returned to centre stage in the Final Saga, where he’s already made a powerful impact.
At his age, Gaban is still a powerful warrior. He has held his own against Luffy in combat, defeated a God’s Knight with relative ease, and is still using his twin axes with deadly accuracy. He will surely play a major role in the final saga and will try and stop Imu’s demon army from wreaking more havoc on Elbpah.
Gaban’s feats and abilities include:
- Called the “Mountain Eater” for flattening an entire mountain range while defending Roger
- Can use all three forms of Haki.
- Powerful enough to fight against Kozuki Oden at his peak.
- Has the capability to defeat a God’s Knight (Shepherd Sommers) with one strike.
- Has the ability to make Luffy use Gear 5 in a practice match.
- Possesses information regarding the Void Century and Laugh Tale.
Significant skills:
- Yasotakeru: Whirlwind dual-axes attack, which obliterated a giant-sized tower
- Futenraku (Axe Symphony): Supreme King Haki-enhanced slash which cleaved an enemy and a weapon into halves with a single swing.
Scopper Gaban has spent decades living in the shadow of Rayleigh, but his comeback has shown that he’s a legendary fighter in his own right. His strength and connection to the Pirate King’s legacy make him a key player in the final act of the story.
Was Gaban Telling the Truth?
Gaban’s claim is drastic, but it might be true. At the height of the Roger Pirates’ adventure, most of its members had varying functions. Rayleigh was the vice-captain and commanded the crew when Roger was not present. But that does not necessarily make him the next strongest warrior to Roger.
It’s possible that Gaban was the stronger fighter, while Rayleigh excelled as the more strategic commander. Gaban may have had the edge in raw power, while Rayleigh relied on experience and discipline. Notably, Gaban is still active in the Final Saga, which suggests he may have aged better than his former crewmate. In terms of feats, Rayleigh has only been seen fighting once, against Admiral Kizaru at Sabaody. While he managed to hold his own, he didn’t defeat the Admiral.
Conversely, Gaban has proven to be an effective warrior in his own right. He became the first character in the series to injure a God’s Knight and even halted their regeneration, something no one else had accomplished before. This feat alone puts his accomplishments on a level comparable to Rayleigh’s.
Final Thoughts
Scopper Gaban’s claim of being the second strongest member of the Roger Pirates has sparked a heated debate across the fandom. Whether he surpasses Rayleigh or not remains uncertain, but one thing is clear. Gaban is back, and his role in the Final Saga could prove to be crucial.
With Imu wreaking havoc on Elbaph, Gaban will likely need to step up in the upcoming chapters and assist the Straw Hats and the giants in defending the island. It will be interesting to see him use his power to deal with the God’s Knights while Luffy and the others deal with Imu’s demon army.
