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Commencing Buster Call. All ships begin the attack. Target everything on the island of archaeology, Ohara. The research done by Ohara's scholars has exceeded our expectations. That knowledge could be passed on. We must not let the exposure be anywhere else but on this island. Completely obliterate the demons living in Ohara! In the name of justice!
~ The Five Elders ordering to destroy Ohara's scholars.
Communications, listen to me... You did not detect anything today. You did not intercept anything... The kingdom of Lulusia? That country... never existed... in the first place...
~ The Five Elders declaring Lulusia Kingdom to be a forgotten kingdom.
As you wish.
~ The Five Elder granted Imu to find and capture Vivi to deliver her to Imu.

The Five Elders (in Japanese: 五老星, Gorōsei), also known as the Five Elder Stars in the Funimation dub, are the quintet of leaders of the World Government in One Piece.

They have the highest authority within the World Government and are among the highest-ranking Celestial Dragons. However, it was later revealed that they are secretly figureheads and in fact answer to a mysterious individual and Imu, the true leader of the World Government. They can be considered as some of the main antagonists of the series, as they rule the most corrupt organization in the One Piece world.

The voice actors for the Five Elders are the late Jerry Russell, Kurt Kleinmann, Randy Pearlman, Cameron Smith, Kent Williams, Garrett Hayes Reeves, and JB Edwards in English.

Personality[]

As heads of the World Government and tyrants of the world, they have authority over the world. The Five Elders are knowledgeable of many things in the world and as a group they seek to keep order in the world. They are against any possible threats to the World Government such as pirates and other individuals who goes against their wishes such as the archaeologists of Ohara.

The Five Elders are cautious of the three great powers in the world which includes the now-disbanded Seven Warlords of the Sea, the Four Emperors, and the Marines. When Crocodile was defeated by Luffy, the Five Elders were frustrated over Crocodile's loss as this would negatively affect the stability of the three great powers of the world. They were also frustrated at Monkey D. Luffy for disturbing this power and have kept a close eye on him from the incident in Alabasta, to Marineford, and to Dressrosa. They are wary of Luffy for the troubles and crimes he caused to the balance of power such as defeating three warlords and going against the World Government. As a result of the crimes that Luffy is responsible for causing, the Gorosei views him as a special threat to the World Government especially learning that he has the will of the D.

The Five Elders also fear powerful individuals such as the Four Emperors, especially when they are meeting together. They fear that the unions between the Four Emperors pose a great threat to the three great powers that the Five Elders try to maintain. Such worry arises when the Five Elders knew about Shanks and the Whitebeard communicating and when they found out that Big Mom planned on allying with Kaido. They are also wary of other powerful individuals such as Marshall D. Teach for his crimes against the World Government and feels that the Yonko are great enough to defeat him.

As leaders of the World Government, the Five Elders value powerful members that fight for them. When Aokiji left the Marines they were disappointed that they lost a powerful asset to the likes of Blackbeard. They blamed Akainu for Aokiji's defection. When Jinbe left the Warlord position, they saw this negatively as it would not uphold the well-intended relationship between the fishmen and humans. The Five Elders are also against studies that they do not approve of such as the study of the past conducted by the Ohara Archaeologists. The Five Elders had them killed for their studies viewing it as a great threat to the World Government. In addition, any constant disturbance to them is viewed as a threat and they take it seriously.

Together, each member of the Five Elders agree on one thing when they talk among one another. As individuals, they do not disagree among one another and as a group they are primarily focused on maintaining order. In addition, each member do not speak over one another when one speaks. Despite being a group, they are able to convey their message to someone that they are speaking to like an individual such as when they were speaking to Shanks or Im.

Relationships[]

Akainu[]

They see Sakazuki as a capable Fleet Admiral who has authority over the Marines. Akainu on the other hand does not like how the Five Elders would go out of their way to protect unscrupulous individuals like, Donquixote Doflamingo, as it would tarnish his reputation. Akainu would also get into an argument with the Five Elders and would raise his voice at them when he does not approve of their actions that would make him look bad to the public. In return, they view his reputation as non-important and mocked him on how Aokiji has now joined the Blackbeard Pirates.

Shanks[]

In their meeting, the Five Elders were willing to hold a meeting with the emperor. Despite being a pirate and one of the Four Emperors, the Five Elders showed respect towards him and allowed him to sit and talk to them because of his reputation.

Imu[]

In the presence of Imu, the Five Elders kneel in front of the individual. One member also calls Imu by the honorifics of Imu-sama showing respect for the individual. Imu also sits on the Empty Throne and the Five Elders are shown to be subordinates to Imu. Imu ordered the Elders to find Vivi and deliver her to them, which they granted Imu's wish.

Ohara Scholars[]

The Five Elders were strongly against the research that was conducted by the Ohara Scholars. They did not like the information they have uncovered and preferred that they did not continue their research any further. The Gorosei had the Ohara Scholars killed for uncovering too much information and wanted to kill them to keep them silent on what they have uncovered. Despite killing them, the Five Elders did not like that they had to go forward with killing them.

Seven Warlords of the Sea[]

The Five Elders were once willing to have pirates work for the World Government. They see the Seven Warlords as important in maintaining the three great powers in the world along with the Marines and the Four Emperors. However, they do not like when that power is disturbed such as Crocodile losing to Luffy in Alabasta. They are also willing to have members they perceived to be weak assassinated like having Gecko Moria killed by Doflamingo. The Five Elders also sees the Warlord system important to maintain political ties such as having Jinbe in the organization to maintain a good relationship between the humans and fishmen. After Doflamingo's defeated and Law's expelled, The power is yet again been disturbed. During the Levely of voting for the Warlord abolition, due to both Alabasta and Dressrosa incidents, the Five Elders sent the Marines to attack the remaining disbanded Warlords, showcasing they have no further use of pirates anymore, as they have made a grave mistake of allying with them.

Nefertari Family[]

Due to them not coming to Mary Geoise and carrying the Will of D., the Five Elders consider the Nefertari Family as a family of traitors. They, along with Imu, successfully kill Cobra and frame Sabo for killing him. They are currently coming after Cobra’s daughter, Vivi, to deal with her under direct orders from Imu, after she escaped and went into hiding with Wapol, who witnessed everything. The princess is now the World Government's fugitive. Imu ordered the Elders to find Vivi and deliver her to them, which they agreed.

Monkey D. Dragon[]

The Five Elders detest Monkey D. Dragon (despite being Garp's son) as he and his Revolutionary Army cause problems and overthrows monarchs of the four oceans and the Grand Line and gain powerful followers to overthrow the World Government. They have labelled Dragon as the World's Worst Criminal and intend to seek out and capture Dragon no matter what the cost. They also extend this grudge to his son Luffy and order for his elimination.

Monkey D. Luffy[]

The Five Elders detest toward Monkey D. Luffy for the incidents he and his crew caused. They shown in frustration towards Luffy's various actions over the course and have taken the initiative to try and get rid of him. During the Onigashima Raid, the Five Elders ordered the CP-0 agent to eliminate Luffy, despite the impossibility of said task. Likewise, said task failed when Luffy awakened his devil fruit, Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika. The Five Elders receive a call from Luffy and his crew for the first time, after they defeated York. Luffy tells them truthfully who he is and plans to become king of the Pirates, making them shocked of what he said.

Will of D.[]

As high ranking Celestial Dragons, the Five Elders viewed the Will of D. as their sworn enemies. They are terrified of the D.'s, due to their trouble they've caused such as Dragon, Luffy and Blackbeard. The oldest member considered the D.'s as devils including the late Portgas and Gol. Additionally, due to being traitors of Mary Geoise, the Nefertari family is part of the Will of D. as well.

Vegapunk[]

Many years ago, the Five Elders met Vegapunk (who was arrested) and have him to work for them. However, when Vegapunk learns the truth of the World Government, one of them (Saturn) was sent out to kill Vegapunk.

Marshall D. Teach[]

Like with Luffy, the Five Elders considered Blackbeard to be an extremely dangerous threat due to not only his treason by going to Impel Down for new recruits, but also killing Whitebeard and having two Devil Fruits. They chose Blackbeard as a suitable replacement as part of the Four Emperors. They are already aware of Blackbeard's lineage, but also realizing his intention to take over the world, prove to be an even more dangerous threat to the World Government.

Abilities[]

As the leaders of the World Government, the Five Elders has immense political power and influence in the One Piece world. They are the leaders of the World Government and they have control over the 170 allied nations. The Five Elders have the final say over anything since they have the power to veto the Fleet Admiral's commands. They have control over government organizations such as the Cipher Pol agencies, Marines, and the Warlords. They can revoke a Warlord's title if he or she refused to obey their orders such as what they did to Jinbe. However, due to their abolition, The Five Elders have assumed gave up this authority as the Marines were sent to attack the remaining Warlords as a result of their betrayal. Like other Celestial Dragons, the Five Elders can summon a marine admiral to deal their offenders.

When it comes to physical abilities and prowess, not much is known about them. However, one of the members have a sword which implies that the member is skilled in swordsmanship. The Five Elders, along with Imu, later have shown to possess the ability to transformed into humanoid, animal-like creatures, during their attempt to kill Sabo and Nefertari Cobra.

Biography[]

Past[]

Not much is known about the Five Elders other than the fact they serve under Imu are the highest ranking Celestial Dragons and for many years they have been leading the World Government publicly.

Ohara Incident[]

Since the archaeologists of Ohara have been studying the Poneglyphs, the Five Elders decided that this was too dangerous because they did not want the world to know about the World Government's past. To avoid any upcoming problems, the Five Elders finally decided to initiated a buster call (or a destructive Navy attack) on the small island.

Sky Island Saga[]

They first appear talking about who might take Crocodile's seat as the new Warlord. They also went on about the interactions with the Four Emperors and want the Marines to hunt down Monkey D. Luffy as a person that cannot be forgiven.

Water 7 Saga[]

The Five Elders was commenting on Aokiji and his position as an Admiral. They were still interested in the interactions between the Yonko.

Summit War Saga[]

After the Whitebeard war, they were concerned about the condition of the world. They appeared to be upset about Jinbe since he left the Warlords; the Five Elders sees this as conflict between humans and fishmen. They continue to talk about the danger of Luffy and Blackbeard since they both have the Will of the D.

Dressrosa Saga[]

They seemed to be confused and worried about Donquixote Doflamingo's position as a Warlord and his interaction between Luffy and Law. In an argument with Sakazuki who called them "Celestial Dragons' puppets", it was revealed that they had lied to the world about Doflamingo leaving the Warlords. They were shock to hear that Luffy had defeated Doflamingo and called him a "brat". Fujitora revealed the true news of the Dressrosa incident to prevent the Five Elders and Sakazuki from covering up the incident.

Four Emperors Saga[]

As the reverie is about to start, Shanks appeared in their meeting room. They wanted to know what Shanks wanted to talk about and reminded him that the reverie was about to start. They allowed him to sit and Shanks told them that he wanted to talk to them about a particular pirate.

Moments after their conversation with Shanks, the Five Elders left their room. They got an invitation from Nefertari Cobra to have a talk. They are wary of him as they see his family, the Nefertari family as a traitors to them and the families that decides to live on the Red Line hundreds of years ago. They also brought up how things are getting out of their control with the news of Big Mom and Kaido planning to unite. One member of the Gorosei suggest that there might be the need for cleansing troublesome elements in the world to maintain their power and order. The Five Elders walk into the room of the empty throne and saw a mysterious figure called Imu. They greet Imu and kneel before the individual as they sit on the empty throne. The Gorosei ask the individual who should be erased from history.

The Five Elders learns of Zunisha at Wano. They ordered Guernica to kill Luffy. Despite his efforts, Guernica failed but managed to photograph Luffy's "awakening" for his new bounty. The Five Elders revealed Luffy's devil fruit's true nature as a Mythical Zoan, Hito Hito no Mi, Model: Nika (which bears the name of a god). After Kaido and Big Mom's defeat, they replied that they won't be able to cover up the Wano Incident. They lost contact with Joseph who is confronting the Big Mom Pirates (who are attempting to save Big Mom, not knowing she is gone). The Five Elders shown displeased with Luffy's new bounty as well they ordered Morgans to remove the initial "D." from Luffy's name which is impossible.

One of Elders, Saturn went to Egghead to deal the situation with Dr. Vegapunk. While struggling in the situation, Saturn summoned his fellow Elders in attempt to kill the Straw Hats and Vegapunk as well prevent the truth from being exposed. Nusjuro immoblized the Pacifista and Mars attempting to break the barrier. While Saturn, Warcury and Ju Peter trying to kill Luffy but was also confronted by Dorry and Brogy.

Members[]

Trivia[]

  • They are one of the few characters to have appeared before but not have their names introduced during their first appearance. Their first appearance was in Chapter 233 in the manga and Episode 151 in the anime.
  • It is speculated that all the Five Elders were based on historical figures of real-life world.
    • Their names are taken from the planets of the solar system.
  • While they are obviously Celestial Dragons, they seem to physically stand out above the others, as while Celestial Dragons tend to be ugly and deformed, the Five Elders seem little different than other elderly male characters in the series.

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Admiral: "Blackbeard" Marshall D. Teach
Ten Titanic Captains: Jesus Burgess | Shiryu "of the Rain" | "The Supersonic" Van Augur | "Corrupt King" Avalo Pizarro | "Demon Sheriff" Laffitte | "Crescent Moon Hunter" Catarina Devon | "Colossal Battleship" Sanjuan Wolf | "Heavy Drinker" Vasco Shot | "Death God" Doc Q | Kuzan

Big Mom Pirates
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Sweet 3 Generals: Charlotte Katakuri | "Thousand Arms" Charlotte Cracker | Charlotte Smoothie |
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Beast Pirates
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Others: Scotch | Scratchmen Apoo | Pleasures | Waiters | Sarahebi

Cross Guild
Commanders: Buggy "the Clown" | Crocodile | Dracule Mihawk
Others: Daz Bonez | Mohji | Cabaji | Richie | Alvida | Galdino

Seven Warlords of the Sea & Crews
Baroque Works
Administration: Mr. 0 | Miss All-Sunday
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Thriller Bark Pirates
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Donquixote Pirates
Captain: Donquixote Doflamingo
Elite Officers: Trebol | Diamante | Pica | Vergo
Officers: Sugar | Giolla | Lao G | Senor Pink | Machvise | Dellinger | Gladius | Buffalo | Baby 5 | Monet
Others: Bellamy | Caesar Clown

Others
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Captain: Rocks D. Xebec
Others: Kaido of the Beasts | Charlotte Linlin | Shiki the Golden Lion | John | Buckingham Stussy | Streusen

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Flying Pirates
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Golden Lion Pirates
Captain: Shiki the Golden Lion
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Fake Straw Hat Pirates
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Other Groups
Black Drum Kingdom
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Others
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Non-Canoncial
Trump Pirates
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