One Piece expands Poneglyph mystery as Sukiyaki and Kozuki lineage reshape Final Saga power balance

The mystery of the Poneglyphs continues to deepen in One Piece.

These ancient stone tablets, created by the Kozuki Clan 800 years ago, hold the lost history of the world and the truth the World Government has tried to erase. For decades, the ability to read them was considered nearly extinct, with Nico Robin standing as the only confirmed survivor capable of decoding their meaning.

Now the Final Saga is changing that balance.

New revelations surrounding Kozuki Sukiyaki and other potential readers are reshaping how the race for Laugh Tale could unfold.

Poneglyphs and the Kozuki Clan remain central to One Piece history

The Poneglyphs were first introduced as indestructible stone records created by the Kozuki Clan of Wano.

Their purpose was to preserve the true history of the Void Century and the fall of the Ancient Kingdom. Because this information directly challenges the World Government’s narrative, studying or translating Poneglyphs has been declared a forbidden act.

The destruction of Ohara highlighted just how dangerous this knowledge is. The island was wiped out after scholars attempted to uncover the truth, leaving Nico Robin as the sole known survivor with the ability to read the ancient script.

This made her one of the most important individuals in the entire series.

However, recent developments have revealed that she may no longer be alone.

Kozuki Sukiyaki returns as a key Poneglyph reader

One of the most significant reveals from the Wano Country arc was that Kozuki Sukiyaki, former Daimyo of Wano and father of Kozuki Oden, is still alive.

Operating under the identity of Tenguyama Hitetsu, Sukiyaki was shown to possess knowledge of Poneglyphs and the history of Wano’s connection to them. His survival adds a second confirmed reader from the Kozuki bloodline, strengthening the clan’s importance in the Final Saga.

Sukiyaki’s role is especially significant because he represents a direct link between past generations and the current era.

He previously taught Oden how to read and write Poneglyphs, indirectly enabling Roger’s journey to Laugh Tale. With his return, the same knowledge can now potentially be passed down once again.

Momonosuke and Hiyori may inherit the Kozuki knowledge

Another major development is the possibility that Kozuki Momonosuke and Kozuki Hiyori could learn to read Poneglyphs in the future.

As heirs of the Kozuki Clan, both characters are natural successors to this ancient responsibility. Momonosuke, now serving as Shogun of Wano, and Hiyori, as a key royal figure, represent the next generation that could carry this knowledge forward.

If Sukiyaki continues to teach them, the ability to interpret Poneglyphs could remain within the Kozuki lineage for future generations.

This would ensure that the truth of the Void Century is never lost again.

Poneglyph readers become critical in the race to Laugh Tale

As the Final Saga progresses, the importance of Poneglyph readers is increasing rapidly.

To reach Laugh Tale, pirates must locate all four Road Poneglyphs. While several major crews already possess some of them, the ability to interpret their contents remains the true key to reaching the final island.

The Straw Hat Pirates currently rely on Nico Robin for this task, while other factions may seek alternative readers or allies with decoding abilities.

With additional candidates like Sukiyaki and potential future Kozuki heirs entering the picture, control over Poneglyph knowledge could become just as important as the stones themselves.

In the end, the Final Saga is no longer just a race for the Road Poneglyphs. It is becoming a race for those who can understand them, and that shift may decide who ultimately reaches Laugh Tale and uncovers the truth of the world.