The relationship between One Piece's 100 Years of Void and the "Hidden Myth"
- Ka T
- Mar 12
- 5 min read
Introduction:
One of the biggest mysteries in the world of One Piece is the "100 Years of Void." What on earth happened during that time, and why is the World Government trying so hard to hide it? It's a topic that many fans have been pondering for years. On the other hand, myths often feature motifs of "lost civilizations" and "sealed history." For example, Mesopotamian and Greek myths contain many legends of cities and countries that were destroyed by floods or battles between the gods. Osamu Manga would like to deepen our consideration by linking these mythological motifs with One Piece's "100 Years of Void."
1. What is the “blank 100 years”?
According to information revealed in the story, the "100 Years of Void" is deeply connected to the mystery of a huge kingdom that existed long ago and the poneglyphs . It is speculated that the "void" in history was intentionally created to hide some inconvenient fact, but what that is is still unknown.
The truth told by the poneglyphs
The truth of history is written in the "ancient characters" on the poneglyphs. The World Government strictly prohibits the interpretation of these characters and even persecutes those who study them.
The existence of a huge kingdom
It is said that there was once a "huge kingdom" that was (supposedly) destroyed by the World Government. It seems that the secret of the "100 years of void" and the truth that the World Government fears are hidden there.
It is well known to readers that this "blank 100 years" is a major axis of the story. However, many fans have put forward the hypothesis that there may be a "mythical element" involved here.
2. “Lost civilizations” and sealed history in mythology
In the myths of the world, there are many legends about "civilizations that reached the height of prosperity, but were destroyed overnight due to a certain event." This has a very similar structure to the "100 years of void" in "One Piece."
2-1. Flood legends in Mesopotamian mythology
In Mesopotamian mythology, the gods, lamenting the fall of mankind, caused a great flood. A similar story is told in the Babylonian Epic of Gilgamesh, in which only the chosen few survive the flood.
The gods rewrite history : This flood can also be interpreted as causing the loss of much of civilization, creating a "gaps" in human history.
Similarities with One Piece : Similarly, in the world of One Piece, almost no traces of ancient civilizations remain after the "100 Year Void."
2-2. The Greek legend of Atlantis
Atlantis, described in Plato's writings, was once a highly advanced civilization, but incurred the wrath of the gods and sank to the bottom of the ocean overnight.
Sealed technology and wisdom : Atlantis is said to have possessed advanced scientific technology and weapons of immense power, which are similar to the "ancient weapons" in One Piece.
The truth the world government fears : If the "great kingdom" possessed a super civilization like Atlantis, it may have posed a threat that could destabilize the current ruling system.
3. The link between "Hidden Myths" and "One Piece"
"One Piece" is not just about battles and adventures, but also about "hidden history" and "mythical mysteries" that color the core of the story. The secrets surrounding the blank 100 years are actively concealed by the World Government, so they are not just historical events, but are on a scale that can be called "myth."
Poneglyph = mythical inscription?
The information written in the poneglyphs is as difficult to decipher as the inscriptions of mythology, and only a select few researchers can decipher it. They literally "seal" not only ancient words, but also secrets related to ancient weapons and the 100 years of void.
Ancient Weapons and the Names of Gods
The ancient weapons "Pluto," "Poseidon," and "Uranus" are all named after gods in Greek mythology. Just as the gods judged and destroyed humans long ago, these weapons are feared as beings that could "destroy the world."
4. The 100-year gap raises questions about the “world order”
Why has the World Government continued to hide the 100-year blank period for so long? There are several possible reasons for this:
Maintaining the legitimacy of power
If ancient civilizations possessed technology or ideas superior to those of the current world government, there is a possibility that the current ruling system could be completely overturned.
The dangers of ancient weapons
If weapons bearing the name of the gods are once again released into the world, the World Government will be unable to maintain order.
The D Clan's Philosophy
It is clear that the "D clan" mentioned in the story is closely related to the blank 100 years. Like the "chosen bloodline" in the myth, it is highly likely that the D clan has inherited some kind of "mission."
5. Osamu Manga's Thoughts: One Piece as a "Return" of the Myth
When the "loss" or "seal" of a myth is released, a new god or hero appears and a story begins to save people. This is a pattern that has been repeatedly depicted in myths all over the world. In "One Piece," the sealed history of the "100 Years of Void" will be revealed, and the state of the world will change dramatically. And at the center of this will be the "D Clan" including Monkey D. Luffy , who are thought to be the ones who inherit the will of "Nika, God of the Sun."
The dawn of a new era
As the keyword "dawn" appears throughout the story, the moment when the sealed myth (history) is released marks the beginning of a new era.
World Government vs. "Liberation"
Like the apocalyptic war of myth, the highlight of the "final chapter" will be the clash between the forces trying to protect the old order and the heroes who will bring about a new era.
Summary: Understanding the myths reveals the true nature of the blank 100 years
The mystery surrounding the "100 Year Blank" is not just a historical romance, but a grand theme that, like myth, contains the "rise and fall of civilizations" and "the power to renew the world."
Interpreting from a mythological perspective
When we consider why the World Government is so desperately trying to conceal erased history and the sealed powers of the gods, images of "lost kingdoms" and "collapsed civilizations" that appear in various myths come to mind.
Considerations for the future of Osamu Manga
As the truth of the "100 years of void" is revealed in future developments, the world of "One Piece" itself will undoubtedly change significantly. As an Osamu Manga, we would like to pay attention to these mythological motifs and deepen our consideration.
If you are familiar with other myths and legends, please try to find similarities with the "100 Years of Void." You may make an unexpected discovery. Let's continue to explore the intersection of "One Piece" and mythology with Osamu Manga!
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