Golden Lion Shiki
Golden Lion Shiki is a notorious pirate who commanded the largest pirate fleet at the time of his clash with Gold Roger. He proposed an alliance with Roger using a powerful weapon plan and later confronted marines at Marineford Plaza after Roger's death. Shiki escaped Impel Down by severing his own feet to remove seastone shackles and returned to the seas two years after the execution.
Shiki participated in the Rocks Pirates activities on God Valley and survived multiple battles including the engagement that became known as the Battle of Ed War. He sustained a permanent steering wheel injury lodged in his head during that fight and was treated by Dr. Indigo. Shiki later fought Garp and Sengoku causing massive destruction before his imprisonment.
Appearance
Golden Lion Shiki appears with wild hair and a manic expression during confrontations. He wears a black coat while standing atop a massive pile of defeated bodies at Marineford Plaza and wields a sword with a cigar clenched in his teeth. Shiki maintains prominent sideburns and intense eyes across dramatic panels showing his silhouette against the sky.12
Shiki shows a steering wheel lodged in his head after the battle with Roger. Dr. Indigo notes the unusual nature of the wound and comments that a wheel stuck in the head during battle is rare yet Shiki survived. Shiki later appears without feet after removing seastone shackles during his escape.34
Shiki displays wild hair and an open laughing mouth in his youth among the Rocks Pirates. He wears a striped hat and coat while carrying a long weapon during the events on God Valley. Young Shiki appears clustered with other crew members who hold weapons and show angry expressions amid the chaos of the island.567
Shiki shows long hair and a distinctive expression in lower panels during the reactions to the incoming navy forces. He stands among the forest survivors after the battles subside on the island.89
Personality
Shiki shows a confrontational tone when warning against interference with Roger's execution. He mocks marines for failing to capture Roger and recalls their shared era while offering to kill him himself. Shiki remarks there are no more walls holding them back after his escape and laughs that none of them would care if Rocks died.1011
Shiki laughs openly while declaring that the crew members are completely out for themselves and none would care if Rocks died during the feast table argument. He reacts to possible traps and incoming armies alongside the rest of the crew on the sinking island.1213
Shiki yells accusations at Newgate during the massive brawl on God Valley claiming an attempt to get him killed amid the explosions and screams. He laughs while declaring no one gets the drop on him as the forest burns around the survivors.1415
History
Marineford and Impel Down
Shiki appeared at Marineford Plaza standing on defeated foes two years after Roger's death. He fought Garp and Sengoku causing massive destruction and was sent to Impel Down. Shiki escaped by severing his own feet to remove seastone shackles and returned to the seas.16
Impel Down escape
Shiki escaped from Impel Down two years after Roger's death by severing his own feet while still wearing the seastone shackles. He thanked the guards for the past two years before departing and was identified in narration as the first prisoner to break out of the facility. Shiki laughed triumphantly while running through the corridors as alarms blared.17
God Valley
Shiki joined the Rocks Pirates as they made landfall on God Valley amid explosions and a Navy siege. The crew argued among themselves even while charging into battle with Whitebeard cautioning Rocks not to rush ahead and Linlin claiming treasure for herself. Shiki declared he would snatch the prize from under everyone's noses during the disorderly arrival.18
Shiki joins the Rocks Pirates as they make landfall on God Valley amid explosions and a navy siege where the crew argues among themselves. He is labeled as the future Golden Lion while sitting at the feast table with Don Marlon and Miss Buckin.1912
Shiki appears among reacting characters as the island begins sinking from the impact of powers used during the confrontation. Young versions of Big Mom, Whitebeard, Kaido, and Shiki remain present through the escalating fights against the marines.2021
Shiki survives the forest fire on God Valley after being cursed by an ally during the escape attempts. He remains among those who reach the coast as marines spot the escapees and combat erupts near the water.2215
Rocks Pirates era
Relationships
Golden Lion Shiki discussed the post-Roger world with Whitebeard while Blackbeard observed the meeting. He remarked that there were no more walls holding them back during the exchange. Bellemere stated she would deal with Shiki if he reached East Blue and referenced shipbuilding plans in connection to the threat.2526
Shiki was questioned by Rayleigh about his future intentions after the escape. Rayleigh smiled slightly with glasses reflection while addressing him and Shiki appeared in silhouette with floating posture during the encounter. An onlooker questioned why Shiki's rival appeared at the gathering of strong fighters.262728