Rayleigh Silvers

Silvers Rayleigh, known as the "Dark King," is a legendary former first mate of the Roger Pirates. Now retired, he's a skilled coating mechanic and a wise mentor, known for his calm demeanor and mastery of Haki. He's a pivotal figure in the Straw Hats' journey, offering guidance and training.

Quick Facts

  • What is Silvers Rayleigh's occupation?

    Retired pirate, coating mechanic

  • What is Silvers Rayleigh's former role?

    First mate of the Roger Pirates

  • Where does Silvers Rayleigh reside?

    Sabaody Archipelago

  • What is Silvers Rayleigh's age?

    76 (debut), 78 (after timeskip)

  • What is Silvers Rayleigh's height?

    188 cm (6'2")

  • What are some of Silvers Rayleigh's aliases?

    Dark King, Ray the Coating Mechanic

Description

Personality

Silvers Rayleigh, despite his age and retired status, exudes a calm and collected demeanor. He's shown to be wise, insightful, and possesses a playful, almost mischievous side, as evidenced by his laughter ("Hee hee hee... Let's have some fun.") He's a mentor figure, offering guidance and training to Luffy, demonstrating a deep understanding of strength and the challenges of leadership. While he acknowledges the changes in the world and the passing of an era, he remains confident in the potential of the new generation of pirates. His past as first mate to Gol D. Roger is hinted at, suggesting a history of strength and loyalty.

Abilities

Silvers Rayleigh, known as the "Dark King," is a legendary figure possessing exceptional skills and mastery over Haki. While his Devil Fruit abilities are unknown, his prowess in swordsmanship is implied to be at a very high level, rivaling even the strongest swordsmen. His most prominent ability is his mastery of all three types of Haki: Observation Haki, allowing him to sense his surroundings and predict opponents' movements; Armament Haki, hardening his body to enhance his attacks and defense; and Conqueror's Haki, capable of intimidating weaker opponents. He demonstrated his immense power by effortlessly deflecting Kizaru's light-speed attack, showcasing his incredible speed, reflexes, and Haki control. His training of Luffy in Haki further highlights his expertise and ability to impart his knowledge to others. He is also a skilled coating mechanic, capable of coating ships to allow them to traverse the Calm Belt.