Ranking the Most Iconic Blackbeard Battles in One Piece

Blackbeard's Ascension in One Piece

Marshall D. Teach, widely known as Blackbeard, stands out as a major antagonist in the expansive world of One Piece. As the Admiral of the Blackbeard Pirates and a Yonko, Teach commands fear and respect across vast swathes of the New World. His notoriety peaks partly because Blackbeard is the only character known to wield the powers of two Devil Fruits. His formidable status translates into some remarkable battles, pitting him against a diverse range of powerful opponents.

10. Blackbeard vs. Shanks: A Rivalry Born

Legendary Off-Screen Encounter

The clash between Shanks and Blackbeard remains shrouded in mystery, with no detailed depiction in either the manga or anime. Their initial encounter happened when they were part of the Roger Pirates and Whitebeard Pirates respective crews. Despite not battling directly at that time, a future encounter left Shanks with three scars over his left eye. This engagement laid the foundation for one of the most anticipated confrontations in One Piece, fueling fan expectations about a future showdown between these titans.

9. Blackbeard vs. Magellan: Braving an Onslaught

Magellan, Impel Down's imposing chief warden, thwarted the Blackbeard Pirates during their prison raid. The master of the Venom-Venom Fruit, Magellan unleashed his corrosive Hydra technique, drenching Blackbeard and his crew in painful poison. Despite the severity of the attack, Blackbeard's recovery showcased his extraordinary resilience, a trait that would serve him well on his path to becoming a Yonko.

8. Blackbeard vs. Sengoku: A Clash of Tremors

After acquiring the Tremor-Tremor Fruit from Whitebeard, Blackbeard threatened to destroy Marineford, prompting an intervention from Fleet Admiral Sengoku. Sengoku's Human-Human Fruit, Model: Buddha, enabled him to transform into a golden giant and deliver potent shockwaves. Despite Sengoku's efforts, Blackbeard's durability allowed him to withstand the direct hits, marking this encounter as a testament to his burgeoning strength.

7. Blackbeard vs. Hannyabal: An Instant Victory

During his mission to recruit formidable allies within Impel Down, Blackbeard effortlessly dispatched Vice Warden Hannyabal. Using the Dark-Dark Fruit's power, he enveloped enemies in darkness before delivering a decisive blow to Hannyabal. This swift victory highlighted Blackbeard's growing menace and ability to overpower lower-tier opponents without breaking a sweat.

6. Blackbeard vs. Boa Hancock: A Display of Domination

The fierce battle against Boa Hancock on Amazon Lily demonstrated Blackbeard's power as a force to be reckoned with. By nullifying Hancock's Love-Love Fruit abilities using the Dark-Dark Fruit, Blackbeard accentuated his potential threat to even strong adversaries. However, the arrival of Silvers Rayleigh compelled him to withdraw, revealing that even Blackbeard knows when it's strategic to retreat.

5. Blackbeard vs. Seraphim: Battling Enhanced Combatants

In a testament to the technological advances within the One Piece world, Blackbeard faced the Seraphim, notably S-Hawk, during his Amazon Lily invasion. Although Blackbeard's Armament Haki was strong enough to deflect S-Hawk's blows, this encounter underscored the challenges he faces with these new Pacifista models, which embody the skills of former Warlords like Dracule Mihawk.

4. Blackbeard vs. Luffy: A Prelude to Future Conflict

Luffy blames Blackbeard for Ace's death, leading to an inevitable clash. Their initial skirmish in Impel Down saw Luffy attack in Gear 2nd, only for Blackbeard to counter with the Dark-Dark Fruit's formidable abilities. This encounter, acknowledged as a draw due to Jinbe's intervention, set the stage for a destined future confrontation between hero and villain.

3. Blackbeard vs. Trafalgar Law: A Test of Wits and Strength

The ambush on Trafalgar Law's Heart Pirates revealed the extent of Blackbeard's abilities. Despite Law's Devil Fruit Awakening and impressive Haki, Blackbeard's sheer power, especially his mastery over the Tremor-Tremor Fruit, proved overwhelming. The battle, although not entirely one-sided, reaffirmed Blackbeard's position as a formidable antagonist in the new age.

2. Blackbeard vs. Whitebeard: A Battle of Titans

Perhaps unrivalled in gravity, Blackbeard's confrontation with Whitebeard... (continue the narrative)