ONE PIECE Analysis! – Summary of Holy Land Mary Geoise! What is the True Identity of the Mysterious Owner of the “Straw Hat”? Was it Built by Wano Country? Where is it Located? What is the Empty Throne? What is a Bondola? - Manga Analysis

In “ONE PIECE,” the untouchable sanctuary is Holy Land Mary Geoise. It is the place where the Celestial Dragons reside and the center of the World Government, making it a location filled with mysteries.

One of the most enigmatic aspects deepens the mystery of Holy Land Mary Geoise: the existence of the “Straw Hat” lying in the depths of Pangaea Castle. Why is the Straw Hat hidden in Mary Geoise? This question has stirred quite a buzz online.

In this analysis, we will thoroughly explore the “identity of the Straw Hat lying in Holy Land Mary Geoise.” Additionally, we will provide a detailed explanation of Holy Land Mary Geoise itself.

Table of contents

What is Holy Land Mary Geoise?
What is the “Empty Throne” in Holy Land Mary Geoise?
[Origin] What is the Origin of Mary Geoise?
1. [Origin] What is the Origin of Pangaea Castle?
The Location of Mary Geoise on the Red Line
1. Is the Bondola to Mary Geoise Made in Wano Country?
The Mystery of the Hidden “Giant Straw Hat” in the Holy Land Mary Geoise
1. Was the Owner of the Straw Hat a “Giant with the Name of D”?

What is Holy Land Mary Geoise?

First, let’s clarify what exactly Holy Land Mary Geoise is.

It is a place where only the Celestial Dragons (World Nobles) can live. The Holy Land is inhabited by the descendants of the creators who established the current World Government.

The most sacred place in Holy Land Mary Geoise is “Pangaea Castle.” It is a truly magnificent palace, and from the surroundings of Pangaea Castle, it is evident that Holy Land Mary Geoise is vast beyond imagination. The place boasts an ideal living environment with trees lined up, making it a paradise for modern people.

The grandeur is further emphasized by the stairs leading to Pangaea Castle. The author, Eiichiro Oda, put significant effort into the depiction of Mary Geoise, and the illustrations related to it are incredibly detailed. His assistants must have worked hard as well.

On the other hand, the Celestial Dragons keep numerous slaves. The underground of Holy Land Mary Geoise’s “moving corridors (travelators)” is powered by countless slaves moving it manually. Holy Land Mary Geoise is a place built upon “inhumane acts,” showcasing the coexistence of beauty and cruelty.

What is the “Empty Throne” in Holy Land Mary Geoise?

However, Holy Land Mary Geoise is also the “center of the World Government.” Therefore, military personnel and other World Government officials often visit, making it the place that controls the world’s politics.

Thus, Holy Land Mary Geoise is the venue for the “Levely,” which is held every four years. The future of the world is decided in this Holy Land Mary Geoise. Kings and nobles from various countries come to pay their respects to the Celestial Dragons here.

Before the start of the Levely, the kings of each nation are led to the “Empty Throne” in Pangaea Castle, where they are made to swear an oath of “equality.”

This Empty Throne was created by the 20 founders (the original Celestial Dragons) as a symbol of peace, with the rule that “no one shall sit on it.” Even the highest authority among the Celestial Dragons, the Five Elders, cannot sit on this Empty Throne. It embodies the principle that there is no single dictator in the world.

However, while it ostensibly denies the “dictatorship of the Celestial Dragons,” in reality, there is one being who can sit on the Empty Throne—Imu. Even the Five Elders kneel before Imu, making Imu a character shrouded in mystery. Imu is considered one of the top candidates for the final antagonist in “ONE PIECE.”

[Origin] What is the Origin of Mary Geoise?

Next, let’s consider the “origin of Mary Geoise.”

Although it hasn’t been officially confirmed in ONE PIECE, it’s predicted that the origin of the Holy Land Mary Geoise is a coined term combining “Marie Antoinette” and “bourgeoisie.”

Marie Antoinette was a famous French queen, often depicted as the epitome of a snobbish aristocrat with the phrase, “Let them eat cake,” although she never actually said this. She was a noble executed during the French Revolution.

On the other hand, “bourgeoisie” translates to “middle class” in Japanese. Historically, it referred to the class that led the bourgeois revolutions. From the 19th century onwards, it often carried a negative connotation, representing the wealthy elite.

Therefore, Mary Geoise likely means “the place where the snobbish aristocratic Celestial Dragons reside.” There may also be a hint that some Celestial Dragons could undergo a transformation and start a revolution from within, much like the bourgeoisie of the past.

[Origin] What is the Origin of Pangaea Castle?

On the other hand, the center of the Holy Land Mary Geoise, Pangaea Castle, also seems to have an origin.

Pangaea Castle likely originates from “Pangaea,” the name of a supercontinent. This was mentioned in one of the SBS sections of the ONE PIECE manga.

It is said that the land on Earth was once one massive supercontinent called Pangaea, which gradually split into the continents we know today over thousands or millions of years.

Considering this, Pangaea Castle might imply that a single large nation once ruled the world of ONE PIECE. Perhaps the Family of D, the Celestial Dragons, and other races were all part of the same nation. Did a conflict, akin to a civil war, erupt during the Void Century?

Or, it could signify a defeat flag for the Celestial Dragons, hinting that Pangaea Castle might also split like the Pangaea supercontinent.

The Location of Mary Geoise on the Red Line

Next, let’s consider the “location of Mary Geoise.” The Celestial Dragons, reigning as “god-like beings” as creators of the world, should never have their lives threatened. Therefore, the location of Mary Geoise is built in an impregnable place.

Mary Geoise is situated directly on top of the Red Line. With the old and new Marine Headquarters located in the surrounding seas, Mary Geoise can be described as an “absolutely inviolable fortress.”

To cross the Red Line and enter the New World, one must obtain a passage permit from Mary Geoise or pass through Fish-Man Island, located deep below the Red Line. Pirates typically use the Fish-Man Island route.

Consequently, Fish-Man Island is constantly at risk from pirate attacks. However, the only person to successfully invade Mary Geoise and liberate slaves was Fisher Tiger, a Fish-Man. What an ironic story.

The Red Line is a massive continent that divides the world at a right angle to the Grand Line on the ONE PIECE map, making giant ships look like tiny specks. Climbing the Red Line on one’s own is impossible.

The place shown in the image is called the “Red Port.” Using this port, one ascends to Mary Geoise via a huge gondola.

Is the Bondola to Mary Geoise Made in Wano Country?

So, how does one reach Mary Geoise? By using a vehicle called the “Bondola.”

The Bondola utilizes the bubbles from the Sabaody Archipelago, functioning like a lift to transport people. The origin of the name “Bondola” is likely a combination of “bubble” and “gondola.” The view from the Bondola is breathtaking. Even Princess Shirohoshi, the Ancient Weapon Poseidon, was moved to tears by the sight.

Therefore, the Bondola’s power source does not involve slaves. It would be impossible to lift a massive object weighing tens of thousands of tons to such heights using slaves alone, no matter how many there were. The Celestial Dragons are not that foolish.

Incidentally, the structure of Mary Geoise is similar to that of Wano Country. Both use gondolas to travel from the sea surface to high altitudes. The Celestial Dragons and the Kozuki family of Wano Country are closely linked to the Void Century.

For instance, it’s possible that after the Void Century, the victorious Celestial Dragons used the samurai and craftsmen of Wano Country to construct Mary Geoise.

The Mystery of the Hidden “Giant Straw Hat” in the Holy Land Mary Geoise

Next, let’s delve into the mystery of the “straw hat,” considered a national treasure hidden deep within the Holy Land Mary Geoise.

The image depicts Imu arriving at the location of the “mysterious straw hat” hidden deep within Pangaea Castle in Mary Geoise.

There was a theory that Imu might be a small person. However, if we consider Imu‘s body size to be that of a normal person, it becomes clear that this straw hat is exceptionally large. While the possibility of it appearing large due to perspective isn’t zero, the distance between Imu and the straw hat is quite close.

Additionally, it’s noteworthy that the straw hat in the image appears to be “frozen.” Before Imu entered the room with the giant straw hat, there seemed to be six other “national treasures” in Mary Geoise. It’s unclear whether these are also straw hats or different treasures.

This straw hat was already mentioned as a plot point by Doflamingo, a former member of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, in Volume 76 of ONE PIECE. He cryptically stated, “I know about a significant national treasure within the Holy Land Mary Geoise. Its mere existence could shake the world.” Given that it’s difficult to think of any treasure other than the straw hat, this serves as a long-awaited resolution to a plot point spanning approximately 15 volumes.

Was the Owner of the Straw Hat a “Giant with the Name of D”?

So, who was the “owner” of this straw hat? Despite Mary Geoise itself being impregnable, why is it necessary to hide the straw hat so carefully?

In conclusion, it seems plausible that the owner of the straw hat hidden in Mary Geoise might have been a member of the “Family of D.” The Celestial Dragons might have fought against the Family of D during the Void Century and emerged victorious. They possibly stored the straw hat deep within Mary Geoise as a kind of war trophy.

On the other hand, Imu, whom even the Five Elders kneel to, is an unusual figure. If we consider the possibility that Imu is a former member of the Family of D who betrayed them, this starts to make sense. Perhaps due to the “burden” from 800 years ago, Imu keeps the straw hat frozen perpetually.

The reason the straw hat is so gigantic might be because there was a giant in the Family of D, like Jaguar D. Saul. The straw hat hidden in Mary Geoise could have belonged to an ancestor directly descended from Saul.

Doflamingo’s statement that “the straw hat will shake the world” is indeed insightful. The act of “Red-Haired” Shanks handing the straw hat to Luffy might be a depiction of “passing on history.”

There are also theories linking it to Joy Boy. The idea of a boy wearing the straw hat links to the name Joy Boy, suggesting many connections.