LEGO® Icons Black Pearl be not the only rumoured pirate-themed set for 2025!
The whispers tell of an entire LEGO theme inspired by manga, turned anime, turned live-action Netflix series, One Piece.
So let’s whip out our trusty shovel and start digging into the details…
The Rumour
Slated for August 2025, The LEGO Group will release five sets based upon the One Piece franchise, specifically the recent Netflix series.
Promotional image for the live-action Netflix One Piece series
Aye One Piece, a near 30 year old pirate-themed franchise with the most fanciful assortment of ships and scallywags ye ever laid yer eyes upon!
Precisely which aspects of the series will be immortalised in LEGO form remains shrouded in mystery, but talented graphic designer Bennie Bricks offers a few potential concepts:
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- Going Merry
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- Zorro vs Mihawk
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- Treasure Stash
The rumour does however, state possible set numbers, piece counts and prices:
75636 – 301 pieces / $30
75637 – 573 pieces / $50
76638 – 926 pieces / $80
75639 – 1376 pieces $100
75640 – 3,402 pieces / 18+
But how could there be a One Piece LEGO theme without a set based on the Going Merry or Thousand Sunny, the two flagship vessel of the Straw Pirates?
And what other treasures could The LEGO Group pluck from the franchise and fashion into sets?
Where did this rumour originate?
Like the Black Pearl rumour, these murmuring were dredged up from the same thread wallowing in the depths of 4Chan:
This is where it all started
Another user observed One Piece themed builds are now permitted on LEGO Ideas, suggesting The LEGO Group has acquired a licence to produce sets based on the franchise.
Is this observation accurate?
While another suggested this move is tied to The LEGO Group’s wider business strategy:
Speculation or imagination?
Yarrr, but like any tale told on 4chan, none should be taken as official word, or proof of anything, whatsoever.
All details are subject to evolve… or vanish into the abyss forever!
The 4chan thread contains flagrant dialogue, far too spicy for the average connoisseur, so consume at your own peril.
There be NO New Information Here!
It seems the Classic Pirates have takin’ their sweet time hoistin’ their sails on this one, as the rumor had been makin’ waves in other waters for almost two weeks.
Well, craftin’ a blog post packed with comprehensive details requires more time than a swift social media post – like these:
Also, Classic-Pirates.com can’t be revealin’ secrets that might risk exposin’ The LEGO Group’s future treasures to rival manufacturers or counterfeiters!
And should we dare, LEGO’s legal crew would be bearin’ down upon us with cease and desist orders faster than a ship in full sail!
Moreover, not every AFOL has the time to stay afloat amidst the constant flow of leaks, so this may be their first glimpse of the rumor.
What be One Piece?
One Piece be a Japanese manga tale spun by Eiichiro Oda, both the writer and illustrator.
An assortment of One Piece manga covers
It set sail in July 1997 onboard the weekly manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Jump, published by Shueisha, and has since been adapted into an anime series, live action TV series, and various other forms of loot.
Ship of the Straw Hat Pirates, Thousand Sunny
The tale charts the course of Monkey D. Luffy, an aspiring young pirate who can stretch his body like rubber after chompin’ on a mysterious Devil Fruit. He and his motley crew, the Straw Hat Pirates, be on the hunt for the ultimate treasure, the “One Piece“.
Once belonging to the Pirate King Roger, it now be sought by the Straw Hat Pirates to crown Luffy as the new Pirate King.
Here be Monkey D. Luffy of the Straw Hat Pirates
The tale be famous for its rich storytelling, complex characters, and a world as intricate as a cryptic treasure map. It’s one of the best-selling manga series of all time, and boasts a massive crew of dedicated fans.
The perfect storm for a new LEGO theme!
The Animated TV Series
The animated series left the foundry under the Toei Animation flag and premiered on Fuji Television during October 1999.
The logo of the anime series
In the quarter decade since, it has since captured the hearts of many, with a narrative spanning more than 1,100 episodes.
Here be a colourful assortment of characters drawn by Toei Animation
The anime has been dubbed and subtitled in multiple languages, and be available on various streaming platforms, making it accessible to fans worldwide.
Here be a DVD trailer for “season 1″…
Problems watching embedded videos? Watch the trailer on YouTube.
The Live-Action TV Series
In this modern age of live-action TV adaptations, the grand adventure is brought to life by writer/producers Matt Owens and Steven Maeda for Netflix, with creator Oda Eiichiro Oda actin’ as a creative consultant.
A promotional image for the live-action series with the intensity of one thousand suns
The 8 episode series hoisted anchor upon 31 August, 2023 and follows a Monkey D. Luffy played by Iñaki Godoy.
Here’s what the characters look like with real people!
It was filmed in the ports of Cape Town, South Africa, with a cast that also includes Emily Rudd as Nami, Mackenyu as Roronoa Zoro, Jacob Romero Gibson as Usopp, and Taz Skylar as Sanji.
A second season containing is currently under construction in the shipyard, and anticipated to hit the seas in December 2025.
Gremlins preventing the embedded video from playing? Watch the trailer on YouTube.
Merchandise
There be a treasure trove of One Piece merchandise out there for ye to plunder!
There’s an official One Piece store in Japan
Here be some of the popular items ye can find:
- Apparel: T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, and even ugly Christmas sweaters featuring your favorite characters like Luffy, Zoro, and Nami.
- Figures: Collectible figures, including Pop! Vinyls, S.H.Figuarts, and Figuarts Zero figures of the Straw Hat Pirates and other memorable characters.
- Accessories: Hats, mugs, keychains, and even necklaces adorned with symbols and logos from the series.
- Home Decor: Posters, 3D lamps, and night lights to bring the world of One Piece into your living space.
- Trading Cards: One Piece Trading Card Game sets and booster packs for fans who love collecting and battling with cards.
Fan Builds
Like any successful franchise, One Piece has inspired AFOLs to depict their favourite aspects in LEGO form.
Here be a sampling of notable fan creations…
“Going Merry” by Genecyst
The Going Merry be the crew’s maiden vessel, with a one-of-a-kind and heartwarming appearance, sportin’ a sheepish figurehead.
“Going Merry” is the original flagship of the One Piece franchise
This fine ship becomes a beloved part of the crew, almost like a livin’ soul. It plays a mighty role in their voyages and holds many a dear memory for them.
Yer can view more photos in Genecyst’s Flickr stream or the LEGO Pirate Forum.
“Thousand Sunny” by OliveSeon
Spoiler alert! The fate of the Going Merry be a tale filled with heartache and bravery. After many grand adventures and harrowing battles, the ship suffers extensive damage, too great for repairs.
But yer can’t keep good pirates down!
The Straw Hat Pirates flourish with their second ship, Thousand Sunny.
The Thousand Sunny be a grand and magnificent ship, boasting a lion figurehead that captures Luffy’s unyielding determination and fiery spirit.
Crafted by the master shipwright Franky, it be a top-notch vessel that outshines the Going Merry in both size and prowess.
More photos can be observed on OliveSeon’s Flickr stream or the Classic Pirates Instagram.
“Going Merry” by Bennie Bricks
We must also give acknowledgement and thanks to YouTuber, Bennie Bricks.
Bennie skillfully crafted the Going Merry using Photoshop and Blender, then wove together a vibrant animation exploring every facet of the ship. Complimented by stylishly professional box art, the presentation was too gorgeous not to employ as the Featured Imagery of this blog post.
Bennie’s YouTube video be well worth a gander, and if yer keen to explore the build in real-time 3D, cast yer eyes upon his Mecabricks.
I watched the entire thing of One Piece I’m all caught up.
Anyways, while I was watching this show I realized that there are a ridiculous amount of LEGO set ideas that have not been made before so I decided to take it upon myself and pour in a ton of time designing these custom Lego sets and I think they’re pretty quality so if you guys do enjoy them please drop a like and subscribe it helps me out a whole lot.
Also, give BennieBricksOfficial a follow on Instagram for more fantastic One Piece LEGO set concepts.
Third-Party Manufacturer Sets
It ain’t just fans showin’ their crafty skills.
Competing manufacturers have attempted to cash in upon the One Piece craze with their own buildin’ sets, bartering them through online marketplaces like eBay, Amazon, and AliExpress.
An actual photo of the box produced by a clone brand
Whether they be officially licenced products, or skullduggery upon manufacturers’ behalf, we can’t tell yer.
But let’s assume their factories ought not be churning out LEGO’s trademark minifigures!
Here be a third-party “Going Merry” set
Regardless, these third-party sets perhaps demonstrate a market for One Piece brick-construction toys… a market The LEGO Group would do well to capture!
What Do Yer Think?
Be there any merit to this rumour? Or is it a boatload of bunkum?
Imagine holding an authentic LEGO Thousand Sunny – something this poor girl can’t do right now
Would an official One Piece LEGO theme pleasantly shiver yer timbers, matey?
If so, which aspects of the One Piece franchise would you like to own as sets?
Be there a ship? A character? Or scene from any One Piece media that would excite yer in official LEGO form?
Let us know in the LEGO Pirates Forum or Classic Pirates Facebook Group.
