One Piece May Have Just Confirmed the Most Infamous Blackbeard Theory

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Blackbeard's two Devil Fruits power in One Piece (Image Source: Toei Animation)

One Piece Chapter 1159 spoilers have dropped a bombshell that could fundamentally alter our understanding of Marshall D. Teach's mysterious powers.

The recent leaks have unveiled startling revelations about Rocks D. Xebec, suggesting his true name may have been Davy D. Xebec, a descendant of the mysterious Davy Clan with ancestral ties to the infamous pirate legend, Davy D. Jones. This revelation creates a direct bloodline connection that extends far beyond what anyone previously imagined.

The spoilers appear to validate the long-standing theory that Blackbeard houses multiple souls within his body, specifically those of his ancestors Davy D. Jones and Rocks D. Xebec. This would explain his unprecedented ability to wield multiple Devil Fruit powers without dying: Each soul potentially controlling a separate fruit. With young Teach and his mother revealed as God Valley slaves in the flashback, the pieces of this complex puzzle are finally clicking into place.

Rocks D. Xebec fighting with King Harald (Image Source: Shueisha)
Rocks D. Xebec fighting with King Harald (Image Source: Shueisha)

For years, One Piece theorists centered their discussions around the Cerberus theory: The belief that Blackbeard possessed the mythical Inu Inu no Mi, Model, Cerberus. This three-headed hellhound from Greek mythology seemed like the perfect explanation for his ability to wield multiple Devil Fruits. Each head would theoretically control a different power, solving the mystery of his unique physiology.

However, recent developments on Elbaf have likely debunked this theory. Shamrock's sword appears to be the actual user of the Cerberus fruit, effectively eliminating Blackbeard as its wielder. This revelation forced the community to seek alternative explanations, leading to the rise of the three souls theory.

A fascinating theory suggests that Blackbeard’s abnormal body structure enables him to contain multiple souls at once. The number three has been consistently associated with his character design, from his Jolly Roger featuring three skulls to his beard braided in three sections. Chapter 1159's spoilers now suggest a compelling explanation for this phenomenon.

The revelation that Rocks D. Xebec was actually part of the Davy lineage creates a fascinating connection in One Piece. If Marshall D. Teach is indeed the descendant of both Davy D. Jones and Rocks D. Xebec, it could mean their souls reside within him. This would explain his ability to consume multiple Devil Fruits without dying.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers, and it is based on speculations and fan theories.


The Yami Yami no Mi is the Soul Container in One Piece

Blackbeard uses Black Hole, a power of his Yami Yami no Mi (Image Source: Toei Animation)
Blackbeard uses Black Hole, a power of his Yami Yami no Mi (Image Source: Toei Animation)

Unlike the Cerberus theory, which relied on a mythical Zoan's multiple heads, the three souls explanation centers on Blackbeard's actual Devil Fruit. His darkness-based Logia has always been portrayed as unique among Devil Fruits: It doesn't grant intangibility like other Logias and actually amplifies physical pain.

Within this framework, the Yami Yami no Mi is believed to act as a vessel, functioning as a containment system that can hold multiple souls along with their Devil Fruit powers. Its gravitational properties, consistently compared to a black hole throughout One Piece, could trap the conflicting energies of different fruits within Blackbeard's body. This prevents the usual fatal reaction while allowing each soul to control a separate Devil Fruit power.

What is already confirmed is that Blackbeard wields two Devil Fruits: The Yami Yami no Mi (Logia) and the Gura Gura no Mi (Paramecia); a feat thought impossible for anyone else. The three souls theory provides a logical framework for acquiring a third fruit, specifically a powerful Zoan type to complete the trinity of Devil Fruit categories.

Blackbeard, the final boss of the series (Image Source: Toei Animation)
Blackbeard, the final boss of the series (Image Source: Toei Animation)

If these theories prove accurate, Blackbeard's role in One Piece's endgame becomes even more significant. As the potential vessel for centuries of accumulated darkness and ambition, he represents the ultimate antithesis to Luffy's inherited will of liberation and freedom.


Final Thought

The possible confirmation of Blackbeard’s three souls theory in One Piece marks a brilliant progression of earlier fan theories, elevating speculation into a more refined and compelling explanation. While the Cerberus theory dominated discussions for years, Chapter 1159's spoilers suggest Eiichiro Oda had something far more intricate planned all along.

Whether these revelations prove accurate or lead to even more surprising twists, they demonstrate the depth of planning that has gone into One Piece's most enigmatic villain. As the final saga progresses, Blackbeard's true nature promises to be more extraordinary than any single mythological creature could encompass.

Edited by Akihito Chakma