Next two members of One Piece's Cross Guild will only have one ex-Shichibukai

Modified Nov 01, 2024 03:30 GMT

Next two members of One Piece's Cross Guild will only have one ex-Shichibukai (Image via Toei Animation)

In One Piece, the Cross Guild, a powerful alliance between Buggy, Mihawk, and Crocodile, has become one of the most formidable forces in the pirate world. However, as the series heads into its final saga, fans speculate that the Cross Guild may soon recruit new members to increase its strength.

Among the most likely candidates are Trafalgar Law and Eustass Kid, both crushed by Yonkos early in the final arc, potentially primed to shift allegiances. This recruitment would focus on unique individuals who bring raw ambition, skills, and powerful rivalries to shape the Guild into a true endgame threat.

One Piece: Law and Kidd may be the next members of the Cross Guild

Kid and Law had taken down Big Mom together (Image via Toei Animation)

According to the One Piece theory by Reddit user @adami_, in the final saga of One Piece, the early defeats of Law and Kid, both crushed by Yonkos, may serve a pivotal narrative purpose. These losses hint at a reshuffling in the power structure, perhaps paving the way for them to join the Cross Guild. The Guild, formed by Buggy, Mihawk, and Crocodile, is formidable yet still lacks the gravitas of an endgame threat.

A Zoro-Mihawk showdown seems inevitable, as Luffy facing off against Buggy lacks the weight for a serious battle; Kid, however, could be the perfect rival, fulfilling the rivalry foreshadowed throughout the story.

The top members of the Cross Guild (Image via Shueisha)

The Cross Guild operates more as an alliance than a conventional pirate crew, leaving room for Kid’s individuality and ambitions. Given their connections with the Strawhats: Mihawk as Zoro’s master and Crocodile and Buggy as past Marineford allies, any confrontation would be less about animosity and more about competition. Kid’s role as Luffy’s rival could come full circle within the Guild, providing each crew member with worthy opponents and a high-stakes rivalry for the One Piece.

To make Kid a credible endgame contender, a power boost seems likely. Like Luffy’s progression in Wano, Kid might master Advanced Conqueror’s Haki, finally living up to his potential. With Killer by his side and his own Conqueror’s Haki, Kid could transform into a top-tier fighter, embodying the Guild’s ambition and grit.

One Piece: Other possible members who could join Cross Guild

Buggy is the captain of the Cross Guild (Image via Toei Animation)

The Cross Guild, led by Buggy, Crocodile, and Mihawk, has the potential to become one of the most powerful alliances in One Piece, especially if it recruits other formidable, displaced figures from the pirate world.

Gecko Moria, confirmed to be alive, may seek refuge with the Guild, where his zombie-creating abilities could strengthen its ranks and add unique battle tactics. Imprisoned in Impel Down, Doflamingo could bring his extensive connections, charisma, and strategic financial expertise to the Guild; his past with Crocodile could pave the way for a daring escape and a new alliance.

Edward Weevil (Image via Toei Animation)

Edward Weevil, with strength rivaling a young Whitebeard’s, might also join for protection for his mother, Miss Bakkin, especially if aided by familiar allies like Marco. Former Warlord Boa Hancock, though initially loyal to Luffy, now faces isolation and could benefit from the Guild’s protection, bringing both her powers and Amazonian presence to the organization.

Bon Clay as shown in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)

Bon Clay, known for his loyalty and sacrifice, might find his way back to the spotlight if rescued from captivity; as a skilled shapeshifter, his presence would provide the Guild with unique infiltration capabilities. Perona, a close ally to Moria, could follow suit, adding her haunting ghost powers to an already diverse and unpredictable lineup.

Each member would bring specific skills and leverage their past connections, creating a multifaceted Guild that spans different abilities and histories. Together, they would elevate the Cross Guild’s threat level from a loose alliance to a true endgame powerhouse, blending intelligence, strength, and resourcefulness in a way that few other groups in the series can rival and positioning them as a major contender for the One Piece in the turbulent final saga.

Final thoughts

The Worst Generation Trio as shown in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)

In the final saga, Law and Kid joining the Cross Guild could elevate the alliance to an endgame powerhouse, offsetting the need for additional ex-Shichibukai members. With Law's intellect and Kid’s ambition, they’d bring fierce, unique strengths, further shifting the series’ power dynamics and setting up formidable conflicts for the One Piece.