And to make matters worse, could Whitebeard have hinted at this theory long before it gained momentum? This theory is supported by the encounter between Shanks and Whitebeard in chapter 434.

In the Great Pirate Era, these two were at the pinnacle of strength and, in many ways, at the top of the era, following a Whitebeard. Shanks only rose to the position of Emperor 6 years ago.

This is evident from Shanks heading to the Whitebeard Pirates ... It is not time for Luffy to meet me, yet! Shanks As to why Shanks is pressing for the One Piece, the reason could simply be ...