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Explore the epic One Piece Fight at Marineford, a pivotal battle between the Whitebeard Pirates and the Marines.
The Summit of Marineford also known as the Paramount War, was one of the monumental turning points in the series, a fight that changed the existing power dynamic of the world in One Piece. This massive battle was between the Whitebeard Pirates and their allies against the Marines and the Warlords of the sea. They battled over the fate of Portgas D. Ace.
This article discusses the key battle moments of the Marineford War, exploring the sheer scale, emotional weight, and lasting consequences of this unforgettable event.
The War Begins: Whitebeard Pirates vs. The Marines
The war began the moment his fleet arrived at Marineford. Edward Newgate aka Whitebeard led this fight to rescue Portagas D. Ace from getting executed. The Marines had already prepared themself with a strong defense as they had anticipated this. At the frontline, three Admirals (Aokiji, Kizaru, and Akainu) were ready to counter Whitebeard’s forces.
As soon as the battle began, we all realized why people feared Whitebeard as the Strongest Man in the world. His devil fruit was Gura Gura no Mi (Tremor Tremor fruit), which could generate massive shockwards. It was so powerful that it could cause earthquakes and tsunamis. This shook Marineford to its core. However, to prevent Marineford from being submerged Aokiji was ready with a counterattack. He froze those massive waves, and prevented the further possibility of damage.
Meanwhile, this battle was getting chaotic. The marines under the command of Fleet Admiral Sengoku launched their defense formation. They countered Whitebeard’s attack by unleashing their numerous more elite force offers, showcasing their strength in this war.
The early stages of the war saw multiple clashes between individual pirates and Marines, with characters like Jozu and Vista showcasing their immense strength proving that Whitebeard’s Pirate crew was no ordinary crew. Also, Vice Admirals like Tsuru and Momonga demonstrated the Marines’ combat prowess.
Admirals Show Their Might: Aokiji, Kizaru, and Akainu in Action
The three Admirals played an important role in the war as they went ahead demonstrating their immense powers and the control they held over the battlefield. Each of their contributions forced the Whitebeard’s crew to fight with everything they had.
Aokiji (Kuzan) – used his ice-based abilities to neutralize Whitebeard’s attack. The act of freezing the ocean to make sure the battlefield remained intact, ensured the Marines had an upper hand. He later takes on Jozu, immobilizing him proving yet again he is strong enough to defeat the strongest of opponents. Aokiji also tries to use an ice spear to impale Whitebeard. This is enough proof to show us that he was not afraid to fight the Yonko by himself.
Kizaru (Borsalino) – fought using his light-speed attack. It made him one of the most frustrating opponents to deal with. He took over Whitebeard’s fleet with laser beams, using his Pika Pika no Mi (Glint Glint Fruit). While Marco tried to break through Kizaru exploited the weakness in his Phoneix healing ability by landing a powerful blow that temporarily incapacitated him.
Akainu (Sakazuki) – is by far the most ruthless and destructive among the Admirals. He used his Magu Magu no Mi (Magma Magma Fruit), as he unleashed a magma-based attack to melt anything in his path. His brutality in battle foreshadows the cruelty he will later display when confronting Ace and Whitebeard.
Luffy’s Struggle to Rescue Ace
Despite being a weak fighter compared to others, Monkey D. Luffy fearlessly charged into the war, determined to rescue Ace. His arrival disrupted the battlefield as Marines had to deal with an unpredictable element. Along with him, Crocodile, Ivankov, and other Impel Down escapees also took part in this.
Luffy immediately found himself outmatched as he was nearly captured by Vice Admiral Smoker. Boa Hancock had to intervene to save Luffy. He also had to face the world’s greatest swordsman, Dracule Mihawk. In between their battle, Mihawk also found Luffy’s ability to survive despite nearly losing his life very intriguing. Luffy relied on his luck and instincts to dodge and escape Mihawak’s attacks as they were too fast and precise.
During this time Luffy unconsciously activates Conqueror’s Haki, knocking out weaker Marines and momentarily stunning some powerful fighters in the battle. This was shocking for everyone and the display of power confirmed Luffy is destined for greatness. With the help of the Whitebeard Pirates, Luffy finally reaches Ace and breaks his handcuffs, setting him free.
Whitebeard’s Rampage and Last Stand
Whitebeard went on a rampage as he was driven by the desire to protect his “sons” and rescue Ace. This was the time when the war was favoring Whitebeard’s side as Ace was free and almost about to reunite. Akainu steps in to provoke Ace, calling Whitebeard a failure. Unfortunately, Ace falls into this trap and goes to fight Akainu. The outcome of the fight becomes one of the most heartbreaking moments in One Piece. Akainu’s magma fist fatally wounded Ace as he sacrificed himself to protect Luffy.
Ace’s death was a trigger for Whitebeard to unleash his wrath. Despite his heavy injuries, he fully utilizes his Tremor-Tremor Fruit, causing massive destruction. He engaged with Akainu directly which nearly killed the Admiral. Even after suffering mortal wounds from being repeatedly attacked by Marines, Whitebeard refused to fall.
The Betrayal: Teach’s Arrival and Whitebeard’s Fall
The arrival of Marshall D. Teach, “Blackbeard,” and his crew again turned the trajectory of the war. He took the opportunity of Whitebeard’s weakened state to attack him. As Whitebeard was fighting towards his end, he stood tall and delivered one final message to the world:
“One Piece… does exist!”
With these last words, Whitebeard dies standing up, a testament to his unshakeable will. Teach then steals Whitebeard’s Tremor-Tremor Fruit powers, becoming the first known person in history to wield two Devil Fruits, marking the beginning of his rise as a major threat to the world.
Shanks Ends the War: The Red-Haired Pirates Step In
The war had reduced Marineford to rubble as it reached its peak. Shanks and the Red-Haired Pirates arrived in time to stop the bloodshed. Unlike the destruction caused by Teach and Whitebeard, Shank just walked onto the battlefield and demanded it to stop. His presence was more than enough to make both the pirates hold off.
Shanks takes custody of Ace and Whitebeard’s bodies, ensuring that they receive a proper burial. Sengoku acknowledges Shanks’ influence and agrees to end the war, officially closing one of the most tragic and significant chapters in One Piece.
Conclusion
From Whitebeard’s last stand to Ace’s tragic death, the Paramount War reshaped the world of One Piece forever. It serves as a reminder that in the world of pirates, power constantly shifts, and a new generation will always rise to take the place of the old.
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