Top 10 Biggest One Piece Betrayals Ranked And Reviewed

10 Crocodile’s Betrayal: 

Crocodile’s betrayal in the Alabasta arc is an ominous scheme masked under the guise of “Operation Utopia.” As the mastermind behind Baroque Works, Crocodile fabricates a rebellion to overthrow King Nefertari Cobra and seize the ancient weapon Pluton, all while portraying himself as a savior to the desperate citizens of Alabasta. 

His deceptive schemes to take the throne and control the kingdom are eventually challenged by Princess Vivi and the Straw Hats, revealing his evil ambitions and showcasing a dark tale of deceit and power struggle.

9 Hody Jones’ Betrayal:

In the Fish-Man Island arc, Hody Jones, a great white shark fish-man and captain of the New Fishman Pirates, stages a dark scheme fueled by deep-seated racial hatred towards humans. His sinister plot unveils with the assassination of Queen Otohime, framing a human to ignite racial tensions, which further escalates with a ruthless takeover of Ryugu Palace, overthrowing the Neptune Royal Family to seize control of the Ryugu Kingdom. 

His shady ambitions don’t end there; Hody targets Monkey D. Luffy and aspires to proclaim himself as the King of the Pirates, displaying a brutal tale of racial conflict, blind vengeance, and a dangerous fight with the Straw Hat Pirates that delves deep into the racial hatred threatening the fragile harmony between fish-men and humans.

8 Denjiro’s Betrayal:

In the Wano Country arc, Denjiro, initially known as Kyoshiro, the formidable Yakuza boss and seemingly loyal subordinate to antagonist Shogun Orochi, artfully navigates a tale of undercover loyalty and strategic betrayal. His true identity as a loyal retainer of Kozuki Oden reveals a meticulously planned deception against Orochi’s oppressive regime. 

Taking the guise of Kyoshiro allows Denjiro to protect the rightful heir to Wano’s throne, Kozuki Hiyori while keeping a vigilant eye on the enemy. During the Onigashima raid, Denjiro’s true devotion shines through, showcasing his relentless drive to overthrow Orochi and restore rightful rule over Wano. This twist of loyalty and deceit, encapsulated in Denjiro’s dual identity, delivers a captivating blend of betrayal and unwavering loyalty.

7 Pudding’s Betrayal:

In the Whole Cake Island arc, Pudding, the 35th daughter of Yonko Charlotte Linlin, deceives the Straw Hat Pirates, particularly Sanji, whom she’s set to marry to develop an alliance between Big Mom Pirates and the Vinsmoke Family. 

Initially showing friendly behaviour, she leads the Straw Hat Pirates into a trap produced by Big Mom to kill the Vinsmoke Family during the wedding ceremony. The betrayal escalates when Pudding cruelly mocks Sanji about her evil plan. Still, Sanji’s unwavering kindness towards her, especially his compliment on her third eye, triggers a profound change of heart in Pudding. This emotional pivot turns her from foe to ally, assisting the Straw Hat Pirates in their desperate escape from Whole Cake Island, even risking her life and altering memories to safeguard them. 

6 Scratchmen Apoo’s Betrayal:

In “One Piece,” Scratchmen Apoo’s betrayal is a stark narrative amidst the shifting alliances in the dangerous New World. Initially forming a formidable partnership with Eustass Kid and Basil Hawkins to brave the challenges of the New World, Apoo’s commitment takes an evil turn as he secretly aligns with the feared Beasts Pirates led by Yonko Kaido. 

The true face of betrayal is unveiled when it’s revealed that Apoo has been an informant for the Beast Pirates all along, setting a trap for Kid and Hawkins that significantly impacts their pirate endeavors. This confidential betrayal comes to a head during the Onigashima invasion, showcasing the fragile and often treacherous nature of pirate alliances in the quest for power and survival in the grand narrative of One Piece.

5 Donquixote Rosinante’s Betrayal:

In the complex narrative of “One Piece”, the tale of Donquixote Rosinante’s betrayal unfolds a riveting drama of family ties and diverging paths of justice. Born into the noble Donquixote Family, Rosinante, also known as Corazon, found himself at odds with his older brother, Donquixote Doflamingo, especially after their family fell from celestial dragon status. 

Rosinante entered the Donquixote Pirates led by Doflamingo, masking himself as Corazon, an elite officer, while secretly being a Marine Commander aiming to prevent his brother’s evil ambitions. The veil of deceit was lifted during the Dressrosa arc, where Doflamingo discovered Rosinante’s true allegiance, leading to a heartbreaking confrontation between the siblings. Though covered in dark family politics, this betrayal was a beacon of Rosinante’s unwavering sense of justice and his endearing efforts to shield young Trafalgar D. Water Law from Doflamingo’s clutches. 

4 Big Mom’s Betrayal:

In the Whole Cake Island arc, the storm of betrayal brews between Big Mom and the Vinsmoke Family, revealing a dark plot masked by a proposed alliance. Big Mom, one of the feared Yonko, entices the Vinsmoke Family with a marriage alliance between Sanji and her daughter, Charlotte Pudding, to consolidate power. However, beneath this guise of alliance, Big Mom’s sinister intention to seize the Vinsmoke’s advanced scientific and cloning technology of the Germa Kingdom lurked. 

The deceit unfolds dramatically at the wedding ceremony, where Big Mom plans to slaughter the entire Vinsmoke Family, a plot hindered by the timely intervention of Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates, who clash swords with Big Mom Pirates to rescue Sanji and stop the deadly scheme. 

3 Cipher Pol 9’s Betrayal:

In the captivating Water 7 Saga of “One Piece,” the peace was broken when the undercover agents of Cipher Pol 9 (CP9) unveiled their true intentions amidst the Galley-La Company and the Straw Hat Pirates. Portraying themselves as dedicated shipwrights, they wormed their way into the trust of the Galley-La Company, led by the admirable Iceburg.

However, behind this façade, the CP9 agents, led by the formidable Rob Lucci, carried out a threatening mission to seize the blueprints of the ancient weapon Pluton. This deceitful plan came crashing down when they launched an attack on the Galley-La headquarters, ending their undercover operations that span five years. The ripple effects of their betrayal rumbled to the Straw Hat Pirates, igniting a fiery fight with Luffy.

2 Kurozumi Kanjuro’s Betrayal:

In the Wano arc, the betrayal of Kurozumi Kanjuro hits like a storm. As a samurai from Wano Country, Kanjuro was a trusted member of the Nine Red Scabbards and a close aide to Kozuki Oden. However, under the sinister instructions of Kurozumi Orochi, he was a snake in the grass, secretly feeding Orochi critical intel to sabotage the Kozuki lineage and aid Orochi’s rise to power. 

The truth unravelled in a heart-wrenching reveal in Chapter 974, on the way to Onigashima, when Kanjuro’s mask of loyalty fell off, showcasing a betrayal that not only shook the Red Scabbards but sent ripples through the “One Piece” fandom. His deceitful actions, veiled under a mask of companionship, showcased the dangerous line between loyalty and betrayal in the tumultuous waters of pirate and samurai alliances​.

1 Marshall D. Teach’s (Blackbeard) Betrayal: 

In the “One Piece” universe, the betrayal of Whitebeard by Blackbeard, also known as Marshall D. Teach, is a testament to the unpredictable and often ruthless nature of the pirate world. Blackbeard’s betrayal begins with killing a crewmate, Thatch, to obtain the dark powers of the Yami Yami no Mi, a coveted Devil Fruit​​. His deceit runs deeper as he turns against his pirate family, the Whitebeard Pirates, by capturing Portgas D. Ace, the beloved adopted son of Whitebeard, and handing him over to the Navy. This action triggered the tragic and massive confrontation, the Summit War of Marineford​​.

The apex of Blackbeard’s betrayal unfolds upon the death of Whitebeard, where Blackbeard seizes the opportunity to absorb the powers of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit, further amplifying his own dark abilities and marking what is often considered one of the most heart-wrenching betrayals in the series​​. His actions set him on a path of power, leading to his emergence as one of the dreaded Four Emperors of the sea and leaving a trail of revenge and sorrow among the remnants of the Whitebeard Pirates, who later seek to avenge in the Payback War​​.