Blackbeard began his pirate career as an apprentice aboard the Whitebeard Pirates, later serving as a member of their 2nd Division. Despite his loyalty appearing genuine, Teach harbored a secret desire to obtain the Yami Yami no Mi, a rare Logia-type Devil Fruit with the ability to manipulate darkness and nullify other Devil Fruit powers. To claim this power, he murdered Thatch, the 4th Division Commander, and fled Whitebeard’s crew.

After acquiring the Yami Yami no Mi, Blackbeard defeated Portgas D. Ace and turned him over to the Marines, earning a position among the Seven Warlords of the Sea. Using this position, he infiltrated Impel Down, freeing dangerous Level 6 prisoners to bolster his crew. At the Summit War of Marineford, Teach betrayed the Marines, murdered Whitebeard, and mysteriously stole his Gura Gura no Mi powers, which grant the ability to generate devastating earthquakes. With this power and his victory in the Payback War, Teach claimed Whitebeard’s territories and rose to the status of one of the Four Emperors.

Blackbeard is a large, imposing man with a distinct black beard, disheveled hair, and a menacing grin filled with missing teeth. He often wears a large captain’s coat over his shoulders, a simple shirt, and jewelry, reflecting his ostentatious personality. His physical appearance is rugged, and his wild demeanor contrasts with his sharp cunning. His dual Devil Fruit powers are symbolized by the ominous black smoke of the Yami Yami no Mi and the destructive tremors of the Gura Gura no Mi.

Teach is a complex character, blending theatrical flamboyance with ruthless ambition. He is manipulative, charismatic, and opportunistic, exploiting situations to his advantage. Unlike most villains, Blackbeard embraces chaos and unpredictability, making him a dangerous opponent. His unwavering belief in fate and dreams aligns him with the D. family’s ideology, but his methods, rooted in betrayal and destruction, sharply contrast with protagonists like Luffy.

Jaya Arc
Teach first appears as an enigmatic figure, philosophizing about dreams and fate to Luffy and Zoro before being revealed as Blackbeard.

Impel Down Arc
Teach uses his Warlord status to infiltrate the prison and recruits several infamous Level 6 prisoners, including Catarina Devon and Shiryu, expanding his crew’s strength.

Marineford Arc
Blackbeard betrays the Marines, kills Whitebeard, and steals his Gura Gura no Mi, cementing his place as one of the most feared pirates in history.

Timeskip
During the timeskip, Teach consolidates power by conquering Whitebeard’s former territories and earning recognition as a Four Emperor.

Final Saga
Blackbeard continues to play an overarching role, with the Rocky Port Incident marking his claim over Hachinosu as the Blackbeard Kingdom and his presence in arcs like Egghead suggesting larger plans involving the World Government and other key players.

• Whitebeard (Edward Newgate)
  Blackbeard’s former captain, whom he betrayed and killed, symbolizing the ultimate betrayal of the pirate family dynamic.

• Portgas D. Ace
  Blackbeard defeated Ace and turned him over to the Marines, sparking the Summit War of Marineford and cementing their rivalry.

• Monkey D. Luffy
  Teach serves as one of Luffy’s ultimate adversaries, contrasting Luffy’s ideals of freedom and camaraderie with his own greed and betrayal.

• The Five Elders
  Blackbeard’s bloodline and actions suggest a unique relationship with the World Government, as hinted by their awareness of his secrets.