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They all arrived at the Sabaody Archipelago at the same time, each with a bounty of over 100 million Berrys. The Marines dubbed them "Supernovas" — eleven pirates from an exceptional generation, destined to overturn the world order. Luffy, Zoro, Law, Eustass Kidd, Killer, Drake, Apoo, Hawkins, Urouge, Bege, and Bonney. Together, they are known as the Worst Generation. While previous generations fit into the balance of the great powers, these pirates decided to shatter everything. They faced the Emperors, toppled thrones, and redefined the notion of power in One Piece.
When the Marines coined the term "Supernova", it was to designate an anomaly — something uncontrollable. In astrophysics, a supernova is a devastating stellar explosion. Oda did not choose this name by chance: these eleven pirates represent a blast through the world's established order.
They emerged at a pivotal time, just before the Marineford War that would change everything. To place their adventures within the complete chronology, check out our guide to the One Piece arcs in order.
The Supernovas of the Worst Generation — the generation that decided to shatter the world's balance.
Who are the 11 Supernovas? Bounties and powers
Upon arriving at Sabaody, each of the eleven Supernovas had a record bounty. Eustass Kidd led the rankings with 315 million, followed by Monkey D. Luffy at 300 million. But it was the nature of their ambitions — not their bounties — that made them truly dangerous in the eyes of the World Government.
Each has unique powers: Trafalgar Law and his Ope Ope no Mi, which creates spatial operating rooms. Jewelry Bonney and her fruit, which can manipulate age — directly connected to Nika and the revelations of Egghead. Capone Bege, the mafia godfather with an architectural body. X Drake, a secret Marine spy infiltrating the pirates. To understand everything about their Devil Fruits and mastery of Haki, check out our dedicated guide.
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Luffy, Law, and Kidd: the trio that toppled two Emperors
Luffy, Law, and Kidd in Wano — the trio that toppled two Emperors in a single battle.
The Wano arc was the Worst Generation's moment of truth. Luffy, Law, and Kidd simultaneously faced two Emperors: Kaido and Big Mom. What seemed like collective suicide turned into the most resounding feat in decades. Big Mom was defeated by Law and Kidd's combined efforts. Kaido was defeated by Luffy's Gear 5 — the awakening of the Sun God Nika.
This double overthrow of the Emperors caused an unprecedented geopolitical earthquake. It opened two seats among the Four Emperors, allowing Luffy and Buggy to be officially crowned. The global balance maintained for decades had shattered — exactly what the Worst Generation had promised to do from the moment they arrived at Sabaody.
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The role of the Supernovas in the end of One Piece
Luffy, Law, and Kidd — three Supernovas whose destinies remain intertwined in the final part of the saga.
In the final part of One Piece, the surviving Supernovas will continue to play decisive roles. Law and Kidd suffered defeats against Blackbeard and are presumed dead — but their narrative fate remains open. Bonney is at the heart of the Egghead arc through her connection to Nika. Zoro is forging his own path toward Mihawk and the title of the world's greatest swordsman.
What unites all these characters is their absolute refusal to accept the established order. They are the direct heirs to the promise of Gol D. Roger — the promise of a generation that would go all the way. Find their portraits in our One Piece posters and our gift ideas.
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Conclusion: The Worst Generation, the best generation
The Marines gave them a derogatory nickname. They turned it into a badge of honor. The Worst Generation toppled two Emperors, triggered the end of an era, and paved the way to Laugh Tale. Their mark on the history of One Piece is already indelible.