Rocks

Biodata

Power Progression

Bounty History

Background

Rocks belongs to the Davy Clan, a secluded God Valley community in West Blue that hides from World Government persecution. His father and grandmother fear that openly supporting his campaign against Imu could bring about the clan’s extermination, though Rocks refuses to abandon his ambition to reclaim their world. Before departing God Valley, he leaves the clan treasure, intelligence, and training methods for all three forms of Haki. He later departs without saying goodbye to avoid drawing danger to them. 7 71

Before formally establishing his crew, Rocks invaded Mary Geoise, kidnapped five kings, and killed Marine Admiral Walker. These acts made him an exceptionally high-priority threat to the World Government. 5 43

Rocks also robbed a Celestial Dragons’ Heavenly Tribute, broke open the Gates of Justice at Enies Lobby, and escaped through the World Government’s High-Speed Triangular Current before the main Marine force could intercept him. 1

After plundering the Cang Kingdom’s treasury, he renames the captured Tribute Ship the Sword of Xebec and begins travelling the seas with Fang Huo. Rather than immediately raise the Rocks Pirates’ flag, he intends to found the crew alongside the powerful figures he recruits. 5

Early in his voyage, Rocks attacks a Heavenly Tribute ship and frees its prisoners, allowing soldiers from a fallen nation to either remain aboard as sailors or leave at the next island. He also rescues Fang Huo from solitary confinement after recognizing the value of his knowledge about Imu, the Ancient Weapons, and the future. 2

Appearance

Rocks is an imposing, muscular man whose presence is repeatedly compared to that of a demon. When he releases his power, black-and-white spiky hair rises upward, his eyes glow scarlet, and black-red lightning radiates from his Conqueror’s Haki. 57

• Carries the large Xebec’s Sword.
• Wears a cloak and can disguise himself with one when avoiding Marine attention. 7
• In his awakened Dark God state, his hair becomes black flame, a black flame cloud coils around his shoulders, and darkness overtakes his clothing and surroundings. 468

Personality

Rocks is arrogant, violent, and exhilarated by confrontation. He measures worth through strength, frequently forcing powerful pirates into Davy Back Fights or giving them a choice between joining him and dying. He welcomes subordinates challenging his authority because conflict exposes their potential. 4 22 57

Despite his brutality, Rocks is not reckless. He lowers his flag to pass through Sabaody discreetly, recognizes the importance of scientific knowledge, and relies on Fang Huo’s information when planning recruitment or confronting Imu. 7 16 92

He trains his officers harshly but sincerely wants them strong enough to fight the Five Elders, Holy Knights, and Marine Headquarters. His later acquisition of the Dark-Dark Fruit makes him more patient: rather than immediately challenge Imu again, he chooses to develop his strength and protect his family and crew. 76 121 372

Rocks is intensely protective of the Davy Clan and his children. He is willing to discipline Teach severely when the child conceals Davy Jones’s manipulation, but his anger stems from Davy Jones attempting to exploit his son and undermine the Davy Clan. 488

Abilities & Skills

Advanced Conqueror’s Haki

Rocks possesses all three forms of Haki and has mastered Conqueror’s Haki Infusion. His Haki is his defining combat strength and is treated as a benchmark even by the strongest members of his crew. 86 171

• His unleashed aura knocked out most pirates on Elysium Island within a five-kilometer radius. 57
• His Haki pressure crushed the Conqueror’s Haki of Shiki, Linlin, and Newgate to within three meters of their bodies. 57
• He shattered Fugetsu Kizaburo’s Ryuo-infused die with an Advanced Conqueror’s Haki-infused die. 86
• His attacks can damage regenerating Five Elders such as Saint Saturn. 226
• He can use Advanced Conqueror’s Haki through his Cannon Hammer Sword Qi strongly enough to contend with Garp’s Galaxy Impact. 524

Observation Haki and Haki Fusion

Rocks possesses an unusual form of Observation Haki capable of projecting his thoughts directly into another being’s consciousness. He uses it to contact Eisen D. Oars JS while the ancient giant remains frozen and barely conscious. 267

• His crew can fuse with him to experience his Advanced Conqueror’s Haki firsthand, although Rocks finds being used as a training medium irritating. 378
• His ability to expose his officers to higher-level Haki complements his punishing direct training methods. 17 121 378

Swordsmanship

Rocks is a master swordsman who fights with Xebec’s Sword and uses the destructive Cannon Hammer Sword Qi technique. 22 43

• A casual Cannon Hammer slash devastated a pirate island; a serious attack is stated to be capable of defeating a Marine Admiral. 22
• He shattered Black Flag Black’s longsword and sent its owner flying with a single blow. 43
• He fought Giant King Harald for several days, with their clashing swordsmanship and Haki terrifying nearby giants and creatures. 171
• He is proficient in all eighteen weapon types and can effectively employ a sword-and-shield style when armed with Joy Boy’s divine weapons. 422
• In later alternate-timeline events, he uses Eclipse: Erosion to unleash a Cannon Hammer Sword Qi against Garp. 524

Dark-Dark Fruit

Rocks consumes the Dark-Dark Fruit after the Davy Clan’s centuries-long search for it. Its properties are uniquely suited to his objective of opposing Imu. 372

• Devil Fruit suppression — Direct contact seals an opponent’s Devil Fruit ability. 372
• Gravity — The darkness possesses gravitational force. 372
• Resistance to control — Its power can ignore Imu’s control abilities. 372
• Ability theft — It can hunt and seize Devil Fruit abilities, allowing Rocks to seek powers for his family and crew. 373
• Mythical Zoan nature — Despite previously being considered an unusual Logia, the Dark-Dark Fruit is revealed upon awakening to be a Mythical Zoan power. 468
• Dark God awakening — Rocks manifests black flames, a flame cloud, and vast dark matter after overcoming the consciousness associated with the fruit. 468
• Awakening risk — Rocks and Houka fear the fruit may contain Davy Jones’s lingering consciousness; Rocks must resist being overtaken during awakening. 466 468

Physical Combat and Weapon Mastery

Rocks possesses exceptional physical strength, stamina, and combat versatility even without relying on his Devil Fruit.

• He personally defeated Iron Fist Garp, leaving Garp severely injured. 525
• He can fight continuously for days and rows the Sword of Xebec at full effort without complaint. 99
• He is proficient with firearms and cannons in addition to swords. 513
• His physical strength is comparable to that of Newgate, Linlin, and even Giant King Harald, a capability attributed in part to his Buccaneer bloodline. 373

Leadership and Training

Rocks rapidly built the Rocks Pirates by recruiting powerful individuals, testing their strength, and pushing them through punishing training.

• He uses Davy Back Fights to claim capable subordinates while avoiding prolonged battles with those who refuse to submit. 4
• He personally trained the crew during their nearly two-year absence from the seas, greatly raising every officer’s strength. 121
• He entrusted Houka with command of the crew during his temporary return to God Valley, demonstrating confidence in his strategist. 67
• He establishes the Rocks Empire on Elysium Island and assigns senior officers to build surrounding guard kingdoms. 183 184
• He subjects Roger, Rayleigh, Gaban, and the other Roger Pirates to the same brutal training regimen used on his original officers. 199 204

Equipment

• Xebec’s Sword — Rocks’ personal sword and the weapon used for his Cannon Hammer Sword Qi. 43
• Sword of Xebec — His flagship, originally a Tribute Ship seized from the Cang Kingdom and renamed by Rocks. It later becomes a flying submarine warship through Houka’s modifications. 5 121
• Pistol — Rocks carries and can competently use firearms. 513
• Joy Boy’s divine sword and shield — Ancient weapons recovered from Imu’s treasury and given to Rocks by Houka after he loses his own sword during battle. 422
• Eclipse: Erosion — A sword wielded by Rocks during his later alternate-timeline battle against Garp. 524

Relationships

• Kozuki Houka / Fang Huo — Vice-captain, strategist, and the person Rocks credits with accelerating the crew’s growth. Rocks saved and protected him early in their partnership; Houka later gives Rocks the Dark-Dark Fruit. 17 371 372
• Edward Newgate — Recruited from the Whale Pirates through a Davy Back Fight. Newgate seeks to surpass Rocks, while Rocks recognizes his immense potential and pushes him to grow. 9 11 57
• Golden Lion Shiki — A powerful subordinate and frequent rival within the crew. Rocks encourages Shiki’s competition with other officers as a means of making them stronger. 22 57
• Charlotte Linlin — One of Rocks’ strongest officers. Her attempt with Shiki and Newgate to seize Houka from Rocks prompts Rocks to display his overwhelming strength. 57
• Harald Beanstalk — Giant King of Elbaf and one of Rocks’ most desired allies. Their days-long duel earns Rocks the giants’ respect, and Harald later fights alongside him against the World Government. 76 171 227
• Gol D. Roger — A fellow member of the D. Clan whom Rocks defeats and pressures into joining the New World Alliance as an official pirate group, using the safety of Roger’s crew as leverage. Rocks subsequently trains Roger alongside Rayleigh and Gaban. 199 204
• Davy Clan — Rocks’ family and central motivation for opposing Imu and the World Government. He provides them with wealth, intelligence, and Haki training while keeping their location secret. 71
• Marshall D. Alice — A woman of the D. Clan whom Rocks brings back to God Valley; she later bears his son. 361
• Davy D. Teach — Rocks’ son with Alice. Rocks is fiercely protective of him but harshly disciplines him after Davy Jones attempts to manipulate the child. 361 488
• Davy D. Jones — Rocks’ ancestor and a hostile lingering influence associated with both the Dark-Dark Fruit and the Davy Clan’s ancient contract with Imu. Rocks resists Jones’s influence during his awakening and is enraged when Jones attempts to manipulate Teach. 7 466 488
• Imu — Rocks’ ultimate enemy. He seeks the Dark-Dark Fruit, stronger Conqueror’s Haki, and powerful allies specifically to defeat Imu and end the threat to the Davy Clan. 7 205 372

Story Role / Major Arcs

Founding the Rocks Pirates

Rocks begins assembling his crew after destroying the Cang Kingdom. He recruits Babel on Fish-Man Island, gains Newgate through a Davy Back Fight, and eventually establishes the Rocks Pirates with Houka as vice-captain. 5 8 9 26

Conquest of Elysium Island

Rocks targets Pirate Patriarch Ochoku and makes Elysium Island his first territory. After the Ochoku Pirates are destroyed, he publicly declares himself the Overlord of the New World, drawing pirate crews, smugglers, and prospective officers to the island. 43 46

Internal Challenge and Houka’s Awakening

When Shiki, Linlin, and Newgate challenge Rocks over Houka, Rocks defeats each of them effortlessly. He then attempts to assassinate Houka to force him to awaken Conqueror’s Haki, promising him the first-mate position if he surpasses the other king-level officers. 57 58

Return to God Valley

Rocks temporarily leaves the crew to return alone to God Valley. He resupplies the Davy Clan, shares intelligence and Haki training methods, and refuses to expose his hometown’s location to his own officers. 67 71

West Blue Expansion and Elbaf

Rocks expands his influence through West Blue, recruits Fugetsu Kizaburo through a Davy Back Fight, and seeks powerful figures such as Harald, Roger, Rayleigh, Gaban, and Redfield. His duel with Harald establishes him as the world’s strongest pirate in the eyes of the giants. 76 86 171

Founding the Rocks Empire

Rocks formally establishes the Rocks Empire with Elysium Island as its center. He orders Shiki to construct the Flying Kingdom nearby and appoints Babel and Malone to establish guard kingdoms around the empire, expanding the Rocks Pirates’ territorial power. 183 184

Recruitment of the Roger Pirates

Rocks targets Roger’s crew as prospective allies against the World Government. After defeating Roger, he forces the Roger Pirates to become an official pirate group of the New World Alliance, then places Roger, Rayleigh, and Gaban through severe special training. 191 199 204

Red Earth Island Operation

Seeking revenge for the Davy Clan and an opportunity for his officers to awaken Conqueror’s Haki, Rocks leads the attack on Red Earth Island. He orders the killing of Celestial Dragons and directly battles Saint Saturn, forcing the Five Elders to enter the conflict. 205 223 226

Dark-Dark Fruit and Dark God Awakening

After the Red Earth Island conflict, Rocks finally obtains the Dark-Dark Fruit. He initially chooses to train and consolidate power rather than rush into another battle with Imu, then later awakens the fruit in Houka’s Lost World and claims the title of the Dark God after overcoming its dangerous lingering consciousness. 372 466 468

War Against the World Government

As the World Government gathers a grand fleet against Elbaf, the Rocks Pirates launch a preemptive strike alongside the New World Alliance. During the later conflict with Imu, Rocks loses Xebec’s Sword, supports Houka and Loki with the Dark-Dark Fruit, and takes up Joy Boy’s divine sword and shield. 407 422

Later Alternate-Timeline Events

Rocks appears in Mock Town alongside a prime Newgate, defeats Blackbeard Teach without killing him, and later confronts Iron Fist Garp. Armed with Eclipse: Erosion, he counters Garp’s Galaxy Impact before defeating Garp and leaving him severely injured. 514 524 525

Notable Quotes

“Today, we pirates are heroes saving the common people too!!” 223

“From today onward! The Dark God shall be called Rocks!!” 468