Hi there, it’s your overly-hyped Zorilover, singing at full volume since morning because… summer vacation has finally begun!
Tonight, I’m hopping on a night bus to Osaka for the long-awaited One Piece event!
But before I get swept away by the excitement and forget to write (again), I’m dropping this long-overdue summary on the infamous Rocks Pirates.
With new revelations pouring in lately, I figured I’d ride this high-energy wave and tackle both the member list and historical timeline in one go.
Warning: this post is going to be a long one‼️
If you’re curious about the Blackbeard Pirates led by Marshall D. Teach—now confirmed to be Rocks’ son—check out my separate write-up here.
🏴☠️ Rocks Pirates: Member Overview
Unlike other average pirate crew, the Rocks Pirates didn’t bother with formal titles—heck, even Rocks himself wasn’t called “Captain” or “Admiral.”
So for now, we’re skipping ranks and diving straight into the juicy details.
As of August 8, 2025
Contents
- 1 Rocks D. Xebec
- 2 Yakuza Shiki
- 3 Pirate Edward Newgate
- 4 Pirate Charlotte Linlin
- 5 Pirate Kaido
- 6 Pirate Captain John
- 7 Pirate Cult Leader Wang Zhi
- 8 Science Thief Buckingham Stussy
- 9 Yakuza Gin
- 10 West Sea Gangster Don Marlon
- 11 Smuggler Pirate Gansui
- 12 Pirate Barbell
- 13 Pirate Streusen
- 14 Amazon Lily Empress Gloriosa
Rocks D. Xebec
A wild, Haki-wielding force who dared to attack Mary Geoise during the Reverie. Strategic enough to fake cooperation with the World Government and claim Pirate Island Hachinosu. Dreamed of becoming “King of the World.” Defeated by Roger and Garp at God Valley 38 years ago. Fate unknown.
Yakuza Shiki
Later known as “Golden Lion.” Once just a rogue, but gained fame in the Rocks crew. Tried to break up fights between Rocks and Kaido—possibly the only sane one aboard? Imprisoned in Impel Down after God Valley, then became its “first” escapee ( actually Morley was the first). Lost to Luffy two years ago in Strong World.
Pirate Edward Newgate
Future “Whitebeard.” Philosophically at odds with Rocks, but may have joined via Davy Back Fight. Introduced Kaido to the crew. Formed the Whitebeard Pirates post-God Valley. Revered as “Oyaji” by his crew. Died in the Marineford War two years ago.
Pirate Charlotte Linlin
Future “Big Mom.” During God Valley, snatched the Uo Uo no Mi (Azure Dragon) from Ivankov and gifted it to Kaido—big sis energy. Formed the Big Mom Pirates with her children. Ruled the New World as a Yonko until defeated by Kid and Law in Wano.
Pirate Kaido
Sold by his homeland, the Vodka Kingdom, and became notorious for attacking Navy ships. Met Rocks via Newgate. Escaped God Valley early. Formed the Beasts Pirates and ruled Wano as a Yonko. Defeated by Luffy, who awakened the Mythical Zoan “Nika.”
Pirate Captain John
Famous for treasure legends. Always seen with a bottle in hand. Death date unknown. Was zombified by Moria two years ago.
Pirate Cult Leader Wang Zhi
Triple chin, forked tongue like a snake. Survived God Valley and ruled Hachinosu until Teach took over.
Science Thief Buckingham Stussy
Money-minded since youth. Possibly the only woman in the early crew. Joined Vegapunk’s MADS and became the model for clone Stussy. Claims to be Whitebeard’s lover and mother of Weevil. Briefly a Warlord.
Yakuza Gin
Later “Silver Axe.” Famous assassin who joined Rocks voluntarily. Rival of Shiki in the underworld. Current status unknown. Sengoku mentioned him as one of the survivors who rose to fame.
West Sea Gangster Don Marlon
Dressed head-to-toe in black, but speaks with surprising intellect. Status unknown post-God Valley.
Smuggler Pirate Gansui
Long black hair, beard, armored look. Sometimes wears round black shades. Likely zombified by Moria two years ago (unnamed, but silhouette matches).
Pirate Barbell
A catfish Fishman.
Joined around the time Rocks claimed Hachinosu. Not depicted during God Valley. Status unknown.
Pirate Streusen
Chef with the “Cook-Cook Fruit.”
Raised Linlin from childhood. Head chef of Big Mom Pirates. Oversaw Sanji and Pudding’s wedding cake. Once ambitious, now a sentimental old man.
Amazon Lily Empress Gloriosa
Captain of the Kuja Pirates and ruler of Amazon Lily. Somehow part of the Rocks crew during God Valley—despite her crush on Roger.
Retired on Amazon Lily. Sheltered the Gorgon Sisters and helped Luffy rescue Ace. A good soul, all things considered.
