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For years, we thought the 5 Elders (Gorosei) were nothing more than politicians sitting atop Mary Geoise. How wrong we were! The Egghead arc in 2026 showed us their true nature: they are immortal "Warrior Gods" capable of transforming into demonic monsters (Yokai). They are Imu-sama's close guard and the true final antagonists.
They bear the names of planets (Saturn, Mars, Mercury, Venus, Jupiter) and possess an evil aura that even Luffy and Zoro found "disgusting." Forget justice—these beings embody pure domination.
Hell comes to Earth: the awakened forms of the Gorosei.
The 5 Warrior Gods and Their Fruits
Here is the official list of their transformations, based on mythological creatures (Yokai):
- Saint Jaygarcia Saturn (Science): Gyuki (Ox Spider). He can inflict harm with his gaze and inject poison.
- Saint Marcus Mars (Environment): Itsumade (Giant Bird). He can fly and fire energy beams.
- Saint Topman Warcury (Justice): Fengxi (Giant Boar). He has impenetrable defense, even against Gear 5.
- Saint Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro (Finance): Bakotsu (Skeleton Horse). An ultra-fast swordsman capable of freezing his targets (probable wielder of the Shodai Kitetsu).
- Saint Shepherd Ju Peter (Agriculture): Sandworm. A monster capable of swallowing entire buildings.
To learn more about Nusjuro's sword, see our article on the 12 Supreme Grade Blades.
Immortality: Their True Advantage
What makes them more dangerous than Kaido is their regeneration. Luffy tried everything: crushing them, cutting them apart, blowing them up... They regenerate instantly, without any apparent injuries.
They are probably not ordinary Devil Fruit users, but possess a sorcery connected to Imu. They cannot be killed by conventional means. It will likely be necessary to destroy the source of their power (the Empty Throne?) or use Joy Boy's Supreme Haki to seal their immortality.
They have been alive since the Void Century, witnesses to the history they erased.
Their Role in the Final War
The 5 Elders no longer remain in their castle. They have descended to Earth to extinguish the "lights" threatening Imu (Luffy, Blackbeard, Shirahoshi). They also command the Seraphim and the ancient weapon Uranus.
Their presence means that the Admirals are no longer the main threat. The Straw Hats will have to face these demons to free the world.
Conclusion: The End of the Gods
The Gorosei is terrifying, but it is afraid. Afraid of Nika's return. By revealing their forms, they have shown that they are desperate.
To fully understand the enemy they protect, read our cornerstone page on the Marines and World Government.
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