One Piece: 5 Characters That Could Become Buccaneers

This article includes spoilers from the Final Saga of One Piece.

Summary of Important Points

Whitebeard and Edward Weevil may hail from the Buccaner bloodline, suggesting a significant heritage.
S-Bear, a clone of Kuma, carries Buccaner traits, indicating immense power and potential.
Bonney has the ability to transform into a Buccaneer through her unique Devil Fruit ability, thereby honoring Kuma’s legacy.

The Buccaner race has recently been brought to the forefront in One Piece, although they were hinted at prior to the time skip. The expansion of their narrative mainly unfolded during the Egghead arc, particularly through the character of Kuma. Fans are aware that Buccaneers stand against the World Government and were involved in a grave crime in the series’ backstory.

Characteristically, Buccaneers are notably massive and possess giant blood, yet they are classified as a distinct race, separate from Giants. Kuma is recognized as the last known Buccaneer by the World Government, though there may be others whose Buccaner heritage remains undiscovered by the authorities.

5 Whitebeard

A Formidable Figure with Buccaneer Traits

Whitebeard stands out as a strong candidate for Buccaner ancestry in One Piece. His physical stature remarkably resembles that of Kuma, particularly during Kuma’s youth. Their similarities in height further bolster this connection, and it is well-known that Whitebeard showcased extraordinary strength, independent of his Devil Fruit abilities.

This remarkable power could stem from his Buccaner lineage. Notably, Oda hinted at Whitebeard’s potential connection to this heritage when he juxtaposed Kuma’s stature with Whitebeard’s in the Egghead arc. Although Whitebeard is deceased, the possibility of him being a Buccaner adds an intriguing layer to his character, potentially linking him to the Sun God Nika.

4 Edward Weevil

A Potential Offspring of Whitebeard

Edward Weevil is claimed to be Whitebeard’s son, though many fans are skeptical of this assertion. Miss Bakkin, also recognized as Miss Buckingham Stussy, confidently asserts their blood relation. She proposes that only Vegapunk can definitively reveal the truth regarding Edward’s lineage, underscoring her firm belief in their connection.

Despite the appearance of stitches adorning his body, which implies he may not be a natural-born son, Weevil undeniably exhibits Whitebeard’s immense strength and likely shares his Lineage Factor. He could very well be a prototype of a cloned version of Whitebeard, potentially infused with Bakkin’s genetic traits. If Whitebeard indeed hailed from the Buccaner stock, Weevil could be an undisclosed Buccaner unbeknownst to the World Government.

3 S-Bear

A Replica of Kuma

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S-Bear, a Seraphim created utilizing the Lineage Factor of Bartholomew Kuma, is recognized for his astonishing strength and is being honed to be amongst the strongest entities globally. With Buccaner characteristics, he also possesses the Lunarian Lineage Factor, which contributes to his distinctive features including brown skin, white hair, black wings, and a flame erupting from his back.

Furthermore, S-Bear wields the Nikyu Nikyu no Mi, considerably amplifying his power. He surpasses Kuma’s capabilities and serves as a vital link to the legacy of the Buccaner race.

2 Bonney (Only When Using Devil Fruit)

Can Morph into a Buccaneer with Altered Future

While Bonney is undeniably a human and not a Buccaneer, her unique Devil Fruit known as Toshi Toshi no Mi grants her the ability to visualize futures and manifest them as her reality, provided her imagination is compelling enough. The strength of her belief directly determines the extent of the futures she can envision.

Bonney is acutely aware of the Buccaner lineage and skillfully harnesses this knowledge along with her imaginative prowess to morph into a Buccaneer. This transformation has already been visualized multiple times in the Egghead Island arc, allowing her to carry forth Kuma’s legacy.

1 Blackbeard

A Unique Individual with Extraordinary Physique

Blackbeard is another character who could secretly possess Buccaner heritage. It has been established within the One Piece narrative that Blackbeard has a unique physique that enables him to consume multiple Devil Fruits. If all Buccaneers were endowed with such an ability, the world would likely showcase more individuals with dual powers.

His capability to harness multiple Devil Fruits might not stem from a Buccaner lineage, but his unusual body may be influenced by it. The only point against considering Blackbeard a Buccaner would be the fact that he does not have the imposing stature of Kuma.

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