New One Piece cover art brings back an iconic Buggy theory

Eiichiro Oda has crafted One Piece in a way that fans can talk about the world-building and characters for hours, and there is so much detail to work with. And now, with the new chapter cover art, fans are on the edge of their seats as the creator has given us a new misdirection.

It is an illustration that shows us a colored version of Saint Gunko of the Manmayer Family. She was recently introduced during the Elbaf arc and has made an appearance during the infamous God Valley Incident. But the main aspect talked about aspect that has caught the attention of fans is her hair color.

Interestingly, it matches with Buggy, and this one similarity has now caused readers to come up with multiple speculations. Theories are getting wilder and more intricate, and fans cannot wait for Oda to give confirmation with the following chapters to come.

When Gunko was initially introduced during the Elbaf arc, fans were curious about her. The way she carried herself and her expressions gave a similar vibe to what Buggy had. While this very well could be a coincidence, we cannot ignore the details, as Oda is known to hide the truth in plain sight.

The return of the “Manmayer Buggy” theory in One Piece

Buggy has always been part of fan theories, as the story has always made him seem like a hero in the eyes of the common people. The insane luck he has when it comes to surviving major events and even coming out looking like a hero has become a core part of his character.

But now, what if that has more importance than being just a gag? If the Manmayer-Buggy connection holds any truth, it would mean Buggy might have been born with a purpose far grander than anyone imagined. Some fans now theorize that Buggy could be tied to Imu’s lineage or even be a “vessel” of the ancient bloodlines, much like the Nefertaris and the D. Clan.

Others have gone as far as to suggest that Rocks D. Xebec might have had a child with a Nefertari descendant, making Buggy the byproduct of two powerful, opposing lineages. That theory explains his unique charisma: The ability to pull allies under his banner effortlessly, something Mihawk himself once compared to Luffy’s mysterious influence.

Why are fans taking this theory seriously?

Most of the fans of One Piece initially joked around about Buggy being the one who would accidentally become the King of Pirates. But now, with this colored illustration, maybe we could start taking this joke seriously. His becoming sick before reaching laughtale, the blue hair, and his secret around the surname just keep adding fuel to this theory.

When it comes to talking about One Piece theories, it is important to address that this one does sound absurd and far-fetched. Until we recollect that Oda loves absurd ideas that later turn profound. Vegapunk himself recently confirmed that the world was once whole before being submerged, and the current islands are fragments of ancient continents.

The future of Buggy in One Piece

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Buggy has openly declared that he would be pursuing the One Piece treasure, and he is not alone or weak right now. He is backed up by the Cross Guild, and if this theory ends up being correct, then chances are he is the one destined to fulfill Joy Boy’s legacy, not through might, but through audacity and sheer luck.

With each new arc, Oda blurs the line between joke and destiny, and Buggy of all people might be standing at the heart of that cosmic punchline. And if the “Manmayer Buggy” theory ever comes true, it will be the ultimate payoff to Oda’s longest-running joke: That the biggest clown in One Piece might just be the most important man in the world.

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