One Piece fans have been waiting many years to see one of the series’ most iconic characters in action: Monkey D. Dragon. Luffy’s father has been a controversial figure in the universe created by Eiichiro Oda for several decades. He is known for being the most dangerous criminal in the world, as well as the leader of the Revolutionary Army, but he has yet to do anything significant in the story.

This might soon change, as the series is already hinting at Dragon commencing a major attack against the World Government. In chapter #1083, the revolutionary commander claimed that the final battle would not commence until the Celestial Dragons' last line of defense, the Holy Knights, were mobilized, something that is currently happening in the manga. If what Dragon said is correct, the time to attack the Celestial Dragons might have already come without fans knowing.

Dragon’s Army Is Already on the Move to Topple the World Government

The Revolutionary Army Might Be Attacking Mary Geoise

During chapter #1083 of the One Piece manga, in the middle of Sabo’s infiltration of Mary Geoise, the series revealed a flashback of the conversation the Revolutionary Army leaders had before the attack. While the Flame Emperor and Ivankov were happy about having cut the food supplies of Mary Geoise, Dragon was worried about a counterattack. He claimed that, while their decision was correct, the Celestial Dragons still had several allies, like the powerful villains known as the Holy Knights.

According to Luffy’s father, the real fight against the World Government would not commence until these elite warriors were dispatched by the Five Elders. At the time, this line of dialogue seemed to suggest that Dragon feared having to fight the Holy Knights, implying that they were the real threat. Nonetheless, the development of the Elbapg Arc has given this phrase a new meaning, one that could imply the Revolutionary Army is already attacking Mary Geoise. In chapter #1134, Shanks’ mysterious twin, Shamrock, arrives in the Land of the Giants with his trusted lackey Gunko.

While fans were unaware of his position at first, the manga quickly revealed that this man is the current Commander of the Holy Knights, making him one of the strongest warriors on the World Government’s side. His deployment on Elbaph hinted at the Five Elders mobilizing their forces to bring down their enemies. If that is the case, Mary Geoise might be unprotected at the moment, giving Dragon and his allies a perfect opportunity to attack the Celestial Dragons.

Chapter #1140 s This Theory

Shamrock Might Have Been Called Back To Protect His Home

Although the idea of Dragon suddenly attacking the World Government might seem odd at first, seeing as the man is known for being patient and calculative, the story of the manga s it. The biggest piece of evidence comes from chapter #1140, during which Shamrock received instructions to return home as soon as possible from Saint Summers and Saint Qilingam. According to the older man, the situation in the Holy Land was dire, heavily implying that something was or would begin occurring. The Holy Knight also stated that these orders were coming from the higher-ups, meaning the Five Elders themselves.

It could be possible that Dragon, seeing the land of his enemies unprotected by its most powerful warriors, decided to lead an attack in hopes of ending the war soon. Thanks to Sabo, the Revolutionary Army knows that infiltrating Mary Geoise is possible. Moreover, they are aware that fighting in any other region might be a death sentence. Im is not above using the Mother Flame, Vegapunk’s powerful invention and the fuel of the Ancient Weapons, to destroy other Islands to protect himself. Attacking Mary Geoise prevents the shadowy figure from firing the weapon, as he would also be affected.

Oda’s Words Already Hinted at Dragon Attacking

The Author Had Warned Fans To Get Ready

During Jump Festa 2025, the celebration where the most important news about the world of Shonen Jump is released, Eiichiro Oda shared a message with fans. While the author talked about several topics, the one that caught fans’ attention the most was about the manga series. Oda told fans that they should enjoy the breather, referring to the slow beginning of the Elbaph Arc, as the story would soon turn up the intensity. For most fans, this was confirmation that something big would take place during Luffy’s trip to the Land of the Giants.

Despite how interesting the Elbaph arc has been so far, with several revelations and new characters being introduced, there has not been an event that would leave fans breathless. As such, the idea that Oda could be referring to the beginning of the final war between the Revolutionary Army and the World Government can not be discarded yet. This confrontation has been hinted at for more than a decade, and fans are already impatient to see what Dragon can do. Giving him a chance now that the Elbaph arc has begun seems like an appropriate choice.

The Situation Could Be Reversed

​​​​​​​The World Government Might Be Preparing To Invade Its Enemies

Over the last few years, One Piece’s World Government has suffered great losses and humiliations at the hands of its enemies. Not only was their Reverie interrupted by the Revolutionary Army, with one of their most important political adversaries escaping with them, but they were also defeated by the Straw Hat crew and their allies. Im has been shown to be quite displeased with the skills of his lackeys on several occasions. The Revolutionary Army might not be the one getting ready for an attack, but rather the Celestial Dragons.

The real reason why the Holy Knights are being called home is to prepare them for the imminent strike against the rest of the world. The shadowy ruler might be ready to lead his forces against their enemies in an all-out attack to conquer what is left of the opposition. According to chapter #1138, the world of the series has already been destroyed two times in the past due to military conflicts, so Im attacking the rest of the world might be what leads to the ending of the third iteration.

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Soon, the world of One Piece will be caught in the middle of a battle for justice between the World Government and the rebels who oppose them. Whether this fight is being hinted at in current chapters or will take place down the line, it is almost certain that it will be one of the best and most epic confrontations in the series.