One Piece fans got a massive surprise in the recent Elbaf arc. Shanks has a twin brother. His name is Figarland Shamrock, and he is the commander of the Knights of God.
Shanks himself also worked with the World Government for a short time. He joined as a Devoted Blade and later left. Here is the full and simple explanation of what happened.
Who Is Figarland Shamrock? Shanks twin Brother
Figarland Shamrock is Shanks’ older twin brother. He looks almost exactly like Shanks, with the same red hair and face. The only big differences are that Shamrock has no scars on his left eye and he still has both arms.
Shamrock is a high-ranking Celestial Dragon. He serves as the commander of the Knights of God. This group works directly under the Five Elders and protects the World Nobles. Shamrock is strong, serious, and looks down on people who live outside Mary Geoise.
How Shanks and Shamrock Got Separated
Shanks and Shamrock were born in God Valley 39 years ago. During the God Valley Incident, their lives changed forever.
Their father, Saint Figarland Garling, killed their mother. A young Monkey D. Dragon tried to save both babies. Shamrock was taken back to Mary Geoise and raised as a Celestial Dragon. Shanks was left behind and was found by the Roger Pirates. That is how one twin became a pirate, and the other became a Knight of God.
Shanks Returned to Mary Geoise 15 Years Ago
Even after Shanks became a pirate and founded the Red Hair Pirates, he returned to Mary Geoise. This happened 15 years ago.
Because he belongs to the Figarland family, the World Government welcomed him quickly. He was given the rank of Devoted Blade of God. This is a lower position that trains people to become full Knights of God. Shanks was very talented, so he was on track to become a full Knight in just one year.
Shanks Helped Fisher Tiger During the Raid
While Shanks was in Mary Geoise, Fisher Tiger attacked the holy land to free the slaves. Instead of stopping him, Shanks helped Fisher Tiger.
He cut off Fisher Tiger’s slave collar with his sword. He also told him where the armory was and left it unlocked. This shows that Shanks was not truly loyal to the World Government even when he wore their uniform.
When Did Shanks Leave the Knights of God?
Shanks left 14 years ago. He worked as a Devoted Blade for about one year. Right before he was supposed to get promoted to a full Knight of God, he left without telling anyone. He simply walked away and went back to his life as a pirate.
His brother Shamrock later said that Shanks returned to Mary Geoise for some time but then chose to keep living as a pirate. After leaving, Shanks even visited Elbaph to warn his friend Harald not to accept the full Knight position. But by that time, it was already too late for Harald.
Why Did Shanks Join and Then Leave?
The manga has not given the full reason yet. However, there are some clear points:
- Shanks wanted to see his real family and understand his heritage.
- He probably wanted to gather information about the World Government from inside.
- He never wanted to live as a Celestial Dragon.
- He chose freedom and his pirate life over power and status.
Shanks did not stay long enough to become a full Knight of God. He left before receiving the special mark that full Knights get from Imu.
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What This Means for the Story Right Now
Right now in the Elbaf arc, Shamrock is active as the commander of the Knights of God. He is leading important missions for the World Government. Shanks is still a Yonko and is sailing freely with his crew.
The two brothers have completely different lives even though they look almost the same. Fans are now waiting to see if the two will meet again and what will happen when they do.
This reveal also changes how we see Shanks. He is not just a kind Yonko who gave Luffy his straw hat. He has deep connections to the highest levels of the World Government and chose to walk away from them.
Quick Facts About Shanks and the Knights of God
- Shanks and Shamrock are twin brothers.
- Shamrock is the current commander of the Knights of God.
- Shanks joined as a Devoted Blade 15 years ago.
- Shanks left 14 years ago before becoming a full Knight.
- Shanks helped Fisher Tiger during the attack on Mary Geoise.
- This information was revealed in recent chapters, especially around chapter 1167.
One Piece continues to surprise fans with these deep connections between characters. Shanks’ past with the World Government adds a lot of new layers to his story. We will probably learn even more in the coming chapters.
What do you think about Shanks’ time in Mary Geoise? Do you believe he joined only to gather information? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
FAQs
Did Shanks ever become a full Knight of God?
No. He worked as a Devoted Blade for one year and left before getting the full promotion.
Is Shamrock stronger than Shanks?
We do not know yet. Shamrock is considered one of the strongest fighters working for the World Government.
Will Shanks and Shamrock fight each other?
It is very possible, especially with how the current arc is developing.
Why did Shanks lose his left arm?
To save Luffy from the Sea Beast in the early times of Luffy’s life.
When was this revealed in the manga?
The big details about Shanks working with the Knights of God and his connection to Shamrock came out in the Elbaf arc, mainly in chapters around 1167 and later.