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Throughout One Piece, there have been many instances that made fans bawl their eyes out, sometimes out of joy, and other times due to heartbreaks. Speaking of heartbreaks, if Ace’s death isn’t your first thought, then you might need to rewatch the entire series. Eiichiro Oda took us all on a whirlwind of emotions, only to leave us with the most heart-shattering fictional memory.

Ace’s last conversation with Luffy in One Piece manga | Credits: Viz Media

Many of us are yet to recover from the events of the Marineford War. However, Oda initially had different plans for Ace. Before you smile at the thought of Ace escaping Marineford alive, you should know that the mangaka never planned on keeping him alive. He had a worse fate in mind for the character. So, what were these plans that Oda set aside?

Eiichiro Oda Had Different Plans For Ace Initially

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One Piece fans often question which character would’ve successfully defeated everyone in Marineford. Would Shanks getting there much earlier have prevented a lot more deaths? Or would a corrupt figure like Imu cause more destruction while defeating everyone in their path? Now, think outside the box and imagine Satoru Gojo, the beloved overpowered sorcerer in Jujutsu Kaisen, had shown up in the Marineford Arc of One Piece. It’s purely hypothetical and has so many implications and possibilities but many ridiculous scenarios come up as well.

Satoru Gojo uses Hollow Purple in Jujutsu Kaisen. [Credit: Mappa]

Why would Gojo be in Marineford in the first place? Does this theory imply that the white-haired sorcerer knows Portgas D. Ace and wants to save him? There’s no real answer as to why he’d be in One Piece in the first place but to be involved in the War of Marineford...

The Cross Guild has become a major player in One Piece as a direct threat to the World Government. Led by the trio of Crocodile, Mihawk, and Buggy, the pirates have introduced a whole new bounty system that now applies to Marines. This means even the World Government and the Marines wouldn’t be safe. The worst criminals would be hunting them down and they’d have to go into hiding. However, there’s one Marine in all of One Piece who deserves to get this bounty on them and it’s Akainu.

The Fleet Admiral of the Marines would’ve obviously gotten the highest bounty from the Cross Guild which now surpasses the likes of Monkey D. Garp, the Hero of the Marines, which fans find hard to believe.

Akainu from One Piece. [Credit: Toei Animation]

It can be argued that perhaps being in the Marines for a longer period...

For years now, One Piece fans have believed Shanks has the current highest bounty amongst all the active pirates sailing the Grand Line. His bounty is the colossal amount of 4,048,900,000 berries which was only rivalled by Kaidou and Big Mom’s bounties. Their defeats then currently make Shanks’ bounty the highest known one. However, what if there’s another contender for the highest bounty that hasn’t been revealed in One Piece just yet?

“Red-Haired” Shanks from One Piece. [Credit: Toei Animation]

The Marines and World Government have an even bigger threat than just pirates and the Four Emperors on their hands. Monkey D. Dragon is dubbed the “World’s Worst Criminal” in the One Piece universe and he leads the Revolutionary Army, a powerful military organization that seeks to dismantle the World Government and the World Nobles of Mary Geoise. Most of the members’ bounties are known except for Dragon...

Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece has been going on since 1999, and over the years, the show has flaunted a ton of characters that are depicted to be insanely strong. These characters have left a lasting impression on the minds of the viewers.

Monkey D. Luffy against Big Mom and Kaido. Credits: Toei Animation

Though some are feeble, others have showcased how they can be walking catastrophes, retaining the most potent Devil Fruits, and utilizing their abilities to the max. While there are many personalities who have showcased the optimal use of their Devil Fruit and physical abilities, only two names remain on top: Kaido and Whitebeard.

As a result, fans have often engaged in discussions where they wonder who’s the fastest. However, they need not worry as Oda-Sensei has given them enough proof in the series, which is convincing enough for the community to come to a reasonable decision...

Spoiler Alert !!!One Piece chapter 1132 spoilers

The recent release of the spoilers of One Piece chapter 1132 has made some interesting revelations regarding the island of Elbaph and the Giant Warrior Pirates. However, the most intriguing aspect that fans found out in the spoilers was Luffy’s hidden promise that he made to Loki and then lied about it.

Elbaph Island | Credits: Viz Media

The spoilers reveal that before joining the rest of his crewmates, Luffy was in a conversation with Loki, who asked him to keep their interaction a secret. Not only that, he even asked Luffy to not tell anyone about the promise they had. While this sounds confusing, the shocking aspect about this is that Luffy actually tried to hide and lie about his meeting with Loki.

This means that his promise most likely involves him freeing Loki, which is not a good idea. If Luffy actually manages to do that,...

Spoiler Alert !!!One Piece chapter 1132 spoilers

After a long break, the One Piece manga series is finally returning with chapter 1132, which is scheduled to release on December 1, 2024. But before the chapter’s release, the spoilers of the chapter started making rounds on the internet, giving a detailed description of what is going to happen in the upcoming One Piece chapter.

One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation

According to the spoilers, the upcoming chapter is going to be an exciting one as Luffy and his entire crew finally reunite after so long. This means that their journey of Elbaph has officially started and is only going to get more thrilling from here on. However, the one thing that is missing from the chapter is the mysterious character of Loki, who is the central figure in the entire Elbaph narrative.

While the chapter does not focus on Loki much, it gives a little...

Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece is in its final saga, and the series has been making waves around the internet. The series is finally unraveling many of the burning questions that have been keeping the fans awake for so many years. One major question that has been constantly lingering around the minds of the fans is the Devil Fruit awakenings, which is one of the greatest sources of strength.

Gear 5 Luffy. Credits: Toei Animation

However, after Luffy vs. Lucci, no other users have showcased any signs of an awakening. Well, it might just be a matter of time because Oda-Sensei might be planning something huge that will unleash pandemonium by giving all the Logia users their much-awaited awakenings. Thus, indicating the final war between the Pirates and The World Government.

This theory was also answered by one of the fans, who believes that the mangaka is planning to break the internet again.

Although the One Piece narrative has entered its final saga, the protagonist group, the Straw Hat Pirates, is still short of one crew member who has been much awaited by the fans. While the series saw Jinbe being the latest member to join Luffy and his crew, according to the narrative, they still need one more crewmate to make them complete.

The Straw Hat Pirates in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation

For the longest time, Eiichiro Oda has been dropping hints about other characters who might join Luffy in his adventure, but none of them has been confirmed yet. From Carrot to Vegapunk, all of these characters have been assumed to be part of the Straw Hat Pirates in One Piece, but none of them came close to Yamato, who almost boarded the ship.

Yamato was introduced in the Wano arc, and he is known to be one of the strongest characters in One Piece.

One Piece‘s Marineford battle Arc demonstrated peak tragedy as Luffy’s desperate attempt to save his brother Ace ended up in heartbreak, leaving a scar that still shapes his journey. Among the many characters tied to that event, Akainu particularly stands out, and fans have long speculated that Luffy would one day confront Akainu to settle this score.

Portgas D. Ace’s Death | Credit: Toei Animation

However, recent developments in One Piece‘s storyline suggest that Eiichiro Oda might have a different plan in mind; one that aligns more closely with the overarching themes of justice and growth. With Garp’s life hanging by a thread, it’s probably the time when Koby ultimately gets the real development. And perhaps, it’s not Luffy, but Koby will be the one to deliver a decisive blow to Akainu.

The Legacy of Marineford and Akainu’s Reign of Terror

In One Piece,...

Eiichiro Oda is a master at creating a diverse range of characters. Luffy, the iconic protagonist of One Piece, is a testament to Eiichiro Oda’s genius. His slow and steady progression since eating the Devil Fruit at the beginning of the series has awed fans.

While fans are eager to see Luffy’s final form and can’t wait for its debut, it is Luffy’s training and the challenges he has overcome throughout more than a thousand chapters and episodes that make One Piece so interesting.

Eichiro Oda Compares Luffy to a Controversial One Piece Character to Show the Disadvantage of an Op Protagonist Akainu in One Piece | Credits: Toei Animation

In the Sound Recording magazine (2012), a comment by Eiichiro Oda was published regarding the nature of One Piece‘s protagonist. Oda explained that Luffy worried him the most since the author would have to defeat the antagonists...

One of the most important names in Luffy’s list of opponents in One Piece is Navy’s Fleet Admiral Sakazuki, also known as Akainu. Akainu has been responsible for some of the most wicked instances in the series, with Ace’s death being the most horrible of them all. This is why, Luffy hates him to the core and will surely take revenge for his brother’s death.

Akainu | Credits: Toei Animation

Akainu’s character is quite complex and while he is portrayed as the villain of One Piece, he actually plays the role of an anti-hero. One speculation that proves this is his alleged friendship with Dragon, which might lead him to betray the World Government. He is not entirely evil in his need to follow justice, but the ways that he implemented in doing so have made him one of the biggest antagonists in One Piece.

There...

Ever since the time skip in One Piece, the Navy has seen a significant change in the power system as two of the three formal Navy Admirals have vacated their positions. While Akainu has been promoted to become the Fleet Admiral, Kuzan left the Navy to join the Blackbeard Pirates as their tenth Titanic Captain. Thus, the Navy had to replace them.

Ryokugyu and Fujitora | Credit: Toei Animation

The replacements of the two Admirals were Ryokugyu and Fujitora, who were appointed through the World Military Draft. Fujitora made his first appearance during the Dressrosa arc, and he left quite an impression on One Piece fans. However, Rykogyu’s track record has not been so good since his official appearance in One Piece, as the Admiral has faced a massive defeat even after being one of the strongest characters in the Navy.

But it could have been made a lot worse...

The Shonen genre is targeted toward impressionable young boys; thus, most Shonen series take the high ground and avoid letting the protagonist kill anyone. Outright murders are rarely portrayed, and series like Naruto and One Piece are prime examples.

Naruto and Luffy are powerful characters but their intention is never to kill anyone. Even when they make their opponents bite the dust, the story finds a workaround to avoid showing death, so that the protagonist cannot be held directly responsible.

Naruto Has Only Killed One Character, While Luffy’s Canon Kill Count is Zero Naruto killed Yura in Naruto Shippuden | Credits: Studio Pierro

Naruto follows a kinder philosophy in life and often resorts to using Talk no Jutsu to avoid killing a villain. However, he does have one kill, and it isn’t any major villain like Madara, Pain, or Obito, instead, it is a character called Yura. Yura was...

As the finale of One Piece slowly approaches, several characters are in need of a power upgrade. By the looks of it, Eiichiro Oda is silently planning some characters to take center stage, especially in the face of powerful enemies like Blackbeard, Imu and the whole of the World Government.

One character in particular may have grand things planned in the future. Flame Emperor Sabo has already established his prowess in the series, and through a recent interview with Oda, it seems the character will reach his fullest potential soon.

Eiichiro Oda is Planning a Major Boost to Sabo’s Powers Flame Emperor Sabo in One Piece | Credits: Viz Media

After making the One Piece fandom mourn the death of Sabo for years, Eiichiro Oda re-introduced the character again in episode 117, during the Post-War arc. Sabo reunited with Luffy during the Dressrosa arc and has since become a central character...

Devil Fruits are a mysterious concept in the world of One Piece. It is involved in every aspect of the series and was introduced at the very beginning of One Piece. There are innumerable theories surrounding them, and Eiichiro Oda isn’t even done with his tale yet.

Devil Fruits create a whole power system in One Piece, and the powers that each fruit grants to its user are unique. This creates a variety of skill sets in the series, and no character gets boring. However, fans still have some burning questions about the Devil Fruit, the biggest one of which Eiichiro Oda has already answered.

What if Two People Eat the Same Devil Fruit in One Piece? One Piece Novel A | Credits: Shueisha

Devil Fruits grant their power to whoever eats it, and since no two fruits are identical, no two characters in One Piece have the same Devil Fruit granted powers.

In 1999, when Eiichiro Oda came up with the idea of a rubber boy becoming a pirate to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming the King of the Pirates, the world laughed at his face. Fast forward to 2024, and the series is arguably the most popular Shonen series, which none of the new-gen shows come even close to.

Monkey D. Luffy. Credits: Toei Animation

The storyline of the series is unmatched, and being a show that has been airing for so long, it should follow a set of rules in its story that keep it consistent and well-received among the fans. One such rule is that he would never make his main character broken, who can turn the tide whenever he feels like it.

Hence, it explains why Luffy and his Straw Hat members have been searching for the most alluring treasure for the past 25 years. However, Gege Akutami demonstrates this rule in his series,...

Toei Animation’s long-running One Piece anime has announced a big delay in its current “Egghead” story arc, marking the first delay of this size in its 25 years of broadcast history. A six-month hiatus feels lengthy for One Piece fans, but while the anime is on pause, the fanbase keeps the spirit alive by dressing up as their favorite Straw Hat members this Halloween, with several standout cosplays stealing the show.

Luffy and his crew (Straw Hats) in One Piece | Credits: Toei Animation

Over the years, Valkyrae has built a massive fanbase on YouTube, where many fans have dubbed her the “Queen of YouTube.” Besides her engaging streaming content, Valkyrae is also famous for her awe-struck Halloween costumes that leave fans amazed. This Halloween, Valkyrae delighted One Piece fans by surprising everyone with a Nami cosplay, which quickly took over the internet.

Valkyrae Shines as Nami, but IShowSpeed’s Gear...

Eiichiro Oda has probably foreshadowed a fascinating connection between two characters in One Piece. This connection has the potential to challenge the image of Akainu’s rigid “Absolute Justice” philosophy, hinting at a family dynamic that could change the course of One Piece‘s future Marine-related storylines.

Hibari from One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation

Since the introduction of Hibari, fans have speculated about her possible ties to Sakazuki Aka, Akainu, the ruthless Marine Fleet Admiral. Some compelling evidence points to a theory that Hibari is, in fact, Akainu’s daughter. However, given her relationship with Koby, it’s obvious that she will ultimately support him in the series’ climactic final war instead of her father.

Clues Connecting Hibari to Akainu in One Piece

On X, @pewpiece has shared several fascinating clues connecting Hibari to Akainu. These small but important details woven by Eiichiro Oda throughout the story of One Piece — unique to the two characters,...

One Piece highlighted some shocking betrayals and revelations. Kizaru is no exception to this, despite his loyalty to the Gorosei. Like most admirals, he holds a high regard for the World Government.

In recent chapters, however, Oda hinted at his motives. This further pointed to some interesting revelations about the Egghead Arc, and there’s more to it.

Elbaf Prince Loki in a still from the anime series | Credit: Toei Animation

Several fans pointed to Oda hinting at the Admiral’s betrayal. Despite his loyalty to the World Govt and Gorosei, his actions are made apparent. What’s even more interesting is Sanji’s power-up.

With the series’ commencement of the final saga, Elbaf Arc will outline major development. This might unfold character transformations along with major events.

Kizaru may have betrayed the Gorosei by helping Luffy

Borsalino, also known as Kizaru, is one of the major antagonists in the One Piece series.

One Piece has always been renowned for its complex world-building, layered characters, and story arcs that blur the lines between good and evil. But Eiichiro Oda has recently revealed a piece of unexpected information about a particular character who is assumed to be in the spotlight in the upcoming arcs of the series, and that character is Admiral Fujitora Aka, Issho.

Admiral Fujitora in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation

Since his introduction in One Piece, Fujitora’s character has often hinted at a growing divide between his values and the World Government’s brutal grip on power. Now, new revelations suggest that Fujitora may be forced to confront his dark past as a former defense chief involved in controversial military actions, particularly concerning the now-destroyed Aoi Kingdom.

New Revelations About Fujitora’s Origins and His Complex Morality in One Piece

Eiichiro Oda has recently revealed some additional pieces of information...

Ever since One Piece began, the Navy has been majorly portrayed in a negative way to make the perspective of the pirates look right. Be it the Navy villains before the time skip or the Admirals after the time skip, the Marines have always had an antagonistic aura around them, which made fans hate the entire organization for crushing the dreams of the pirates.

Akainu, Kizaru, and Kuzan in One Piece | Credits: Toei Animation

The biggest authority in the villainous Navy right now is the Fleet Admiral and his Admiral subordinates. Akainu holds the position of Fleet Admiral, which he won fair and square from Kuzan in a battle that lasted for ten days. After losing, Kuzan chose to leave the Navy and joined the Blackbeard Pirates, making fans hate him even more.

However, a recent revelation by Eiichiro Oda has prompted fans to believe that the Navy might not be evil at all.

The recently concluded Egghead Island arc in One Piece was one of the most crucial arcs because it revealed some of the biggest mysteries in the series. From Vegapunk’s message to the Five Elders’ powers, Egghead opened up a lot of new information for fans, but along with that, it also raised a few more questions. One of the biggest questions was who gave food to Luffy during his battle.

Egghead Arc in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation

In One Piece chapter 1103, when the war of Egghead was at its peak, Luffy suffered the biggest drawback of his Gear 5 transformation. He depleted all his energy and was rendered useless. He was desperate for food, and while there was no way he could have gotten some food during the battle, the next panel of the manga showed him stuffing himself up with food that mysteriously appeared.

This raised the biggest...

In the world of anime, where tons of anime series are present, two names stand tall as the most popular shows: One Piece and Naruto. Both of these titles are known for featuring one too many episodes, whereas the former is still going strong, showing no signs of slowing down.

Zoro vs. King. Credits: Toei Animation

While the two series are renowned, both have different stories and unique characters that fans hold close to their hearts. As a result, the fandoms have often engaged in heated debates, where they would go all out to prove that their favorite series is better than the other.

However, it looks like Naruto fans have messed up this time because a fan made a bold claim on social media, that Konan might be stronger than many characters featured in Oda-Sensei’s magnum opus. This opinion has not sat well with the other fandom, as...

The latest One Piece manga chapter 1130 has introduced the much-awaited character of Loki to the fans, and he is nothing like what they expected. Loki has been revealed to be a notorious Giant whose menacing nature earned him the title of The Accursed Prince. If he is the main antagonist of Elbaph, he has the potential to be better than other villains like Kaido and Doflamingo.

Loki’s reveal in Chapter 1130 of One Piece | Credit: Viz Media

He is so strong that almost every Giant from Elbaph is needed to keep him imprisoned, and if he ever frees himself, the One Piece world will be ruined. However, the most criminal thing Loki did was kill his father, King Harald, in order to obtain a legendary Devil Fruit. This was the incident that got him imprisoned.

While not much is known about this incident, a One Piece theory has been going...

One Piece Fan Letter is a heartfelt tribute that captures and brings fans’ deep love for the Straw Hats to the big screen. The special episode titled Fan Letter promised to embody the best parts of One Piece in a bid to honor the anime’s 25th anniversary and indeed lived up to all fans’ expectations.

One Piece Marineford Remake Fan Letter | Credit: Toei Animation

For over 25 years, Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece has been enthralling fans without a single dull moment. A wave of sadness spreads across the globe, as the beloved anime One Piece announces an unexpected six-month hiatus in the broadcast of its current Egghead Island arc.

This weekend, One Piece Fan Letter stood tall with its debut and is making huge waves online, captivating fans globally. Amid all the commendation, the One Piece special episode reignited the long-standing debate between Zoro and Sanji fans, that became...

For many fans, the charm of Marineford War is unparalleled in One Piece. From a strong and compelling set-up to an unnerving conclusion, the war arc was full of surprising twists. Some of the biggest names of the One Piece world assembled on the same battlefield only for things to spiral out of control. While most fans remember Marineford for what happened with Ace and those who fought to protect him, there was a darker side of war that remained unexplored up until now.

A still of the Marineford War | Credits: Studio Toei Animation

A special episode titled ‘One Piece Fan Letter’ recently aired, and it brought that dark side to the forefront. Beyond exploring the war through a new perspective, the episode reminds us how Koby is one of the kindest and bravest characters in the series. He stood against Akainu for what he believed to be right, regardless...

When it comes to popularity, there is barely any other Shonen series that comes near Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus. The anime has been airing for 25 years and is not showing any signs of coming to an end. Hence, it is one of the many reasons that the title is popular not just in Japan, but all around the world, and arguably comes second in popularity after Dragon Ball.

Monkey D. Luffy. Credits: Toei Animation

Naturally, the series has created a cultural phenomenon, and fans just can’t get enough of the series’ greatness. From a gripping storyline to bewitching animation and jaw-dropping action scenes, it has kept the series still a big name in 2024.

However, the overwhelmingly long period of time has made it a topic of criticism, where Weebs complains that the series is just “too long to watch.” Interestingly, Oda-Sensei has not let this factor affect his...

One of the most epic storylines of One Piece, the Marineford arc is a complete package that takes fans through a rollercoaster ride of emotions. The arc contains one of the biggest battles in One Piece, and although there have been other storylines that are created in a much better way than Marineford, none of them have been able to match the grandness of the Marineford arc.

Marineford Arc – Paramount War | Credit: Toei Animation

The arc featured one of the biggest fleets of pirates in the One Piece series, facing off against the biggest Navy army. Among them, the strongest power was Fleet Admiral Sengoku, and after that, the three Admirals at the time, Akainu, Kizaru, and Aokiji. Each one of them was a menace on his own, and very few characters dared to face them alone.

However, there was one character who faced all three of them at the...

Over the years, Eiichiro Oda has created many iconic arcs for his One Piece that have earned a special place in the hearts of fans. From the Water 7 Arc to Egghead Island Arc, everyone has their choice. However, there’s one saga that is uniformly regarded as the greatest of them all.

Garp with Ace on the execution platform at Marineford. Credits: Toei Animation

The Marineford Arc is considered to be the pinnacle of the Shonen series that takes its viewers on a rollercoaster of emotions. It showcased the formidable Whitebeard Pirates declaring an all-out war against the Marines to rescue Portgas D. Ace from meeting his grim fate. The arc featured many secrets, including Ace being the son of the King of the Pirates, Gol D. Roger.

However, there was one more secret that Oda-Sensei hid in plain sight that many ardent fans failed to notice. The secret revolved...

The last One Piece anime episode before the series went on a six-month hiatus was a complete banger as it showed what the future of the Navy is capable of. The anime series recently portrayed the epic clash between Garp and his proteges against the Blackbeard Pirates on the infamous Hachinosu Island. However, it might just have revealed more than that.

Koby in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation

Fans got to see the power of Monkey D. Garp and Koby for the first time, and honestly, they might just hold the top spot on the list of the most powerful Marine soldiers. But that’s not all. The battle also shows the enormous strength of the Navy and how they might become a big threat to the pirates who are in their final phase to find the One Piece treasure.

More specifically, it gives an analysis of how strong Luffy...

From Shanks to Zoro, One Piece has some of the iconic fights in the series. While the series is known for its impact frames, there’s more to it. Its finesse lies in the animators’ detail-oriented work. Despite its criticism of heavily laden impact frames, the intricacies are often overlooked. This holds especially true with the recent episode.

Monkey D Luffy | Credit: Toei Animation

A fan edit on X pointed to a brilliant detail in Garp’s fight with Kuzan. The detail outlined the animators’ brilliance in every way. Fans’ reaction to the clip further proves their inability to pick on subtleties. This also reflects Aokiji’s ambiguity as a character in the series. There’s more to his enigmatic character than meets the eye.

Fans on X react to this detail in Garp’s fight with Kuzan

Monkey D. Garp is one of the strongest characters in the series.

Monkey D. Dragon is a major figure in One Piece as he leads the Revolutionary movement against the World Government. But apart from being Luffy’s father and someone with deep connections, not much is known about his origin and intent.

He is considered a dangerous man as well as a huge threat to the evil schemes of Imu. But why does he hate the World Government specifically? His origin and stand might be explained by following a few hints scattered throughout One Piece.

Monkey D. Dragon Belongs to the Shandia Tribe The Tribe of Shandia in One Piece | Credits: Toei

Shandia is a tribe of people who reside in Skypiea. They originated from the moon and later lived on Jaya. Their skin is often decorated by tattoos that cover large areas of their bodies, though they all have different tattoos on different areas of their bodies. They also have wings and contain skillful warriors.

In a recent tweet, an X user compared the dynamic of One Piece’s Koby and Monkey D. Garp to My Hero Academia’s Deku and All Might. This caused fans to barrage a ton of criticism towards the actions of Garp in certain events of One Piece which make him an unfit comparison to All Might, who has consistently cared for all of the students in My Hero Academia.

Many fans still blame Garp for the events of Marineford and his much more passive role in the overall plot of One Piece. Meanwhile, All Might’s influence is vast in My Hero Academia.

Monkey D. Garp from One Piece. [Credit: Toei Animation]

The subsequent roles that Garp and All Might play are completely different, considering the worlds of the anime they are in are also incredibly distinct. It’s important to think critically about Garp’s role in One Piece.

Spoiler Alert !!!Spoilers for Op chapter 1126

One Piece has its fair share of iconic and badass moments. Be it Arlong Park Arc or Luffy’s Gear 5 transformation, Eiichiro Oda aced some of the iconic moments in the series. His portrayal of friendships and heroism is heart-rending. This holds especially true for the Straw Hat Pirates’ loyalty and faith in the hero. However, this character takes his devotion to new extremes.

The Sea Knight in a still from the series | Credit: Toei Animation

While Jinbe is celebrated for his loyalty towards the hero, there’s another fanboy in the making. With the release of chapter 1126, fans on X discussed Bartolomeo’s loyalty towards the future Pirate King. Some even drew parallels between him and the Knight of the Sea.

Fans on X react to Bartolomeo’s admiration for Luffy

Bartolomeo is one of the sworn allies of the Straw Hat Pirates in the One Piece series.

Kaidou was the most formidable villain of One Piece post-time skip. The amount of foreshadowing for the Wano Arc and the Beast Pirates kept fans on the edge of their seats. In the end, the final fight between Monkey D. Luffy and Kaidou was one for the ages. Luffy realised his peak, Gear 5, and defeated the former Emperor. But what was the Emperor doing all these years before the Straw Hats arrived in Wano?

A main theme One Piece operates on is the dreams and goals of the characters. We see that with the Straw Hats, and the people they meet on their journey together. Kaidou, despite being a villain, also has his humanity and his own dream. His mentality is unlike other characters and the Four Emperors. The man is much more bored and willing to die.

Did Oda set him up for failure then? Kaidou might have been...

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With the death of Saint Jaygarcia Saturn and Figarland Garling replacing him to become the next Warrior God of Science and Defense, the One Piece manga has seen a major shift in the power of the World Government. This change can prove to be a big problem for the Straw Hat Pirates, as Garling is rumored to be even more ruthless and brutal than Saturn.

Figarland Garling | Credit: Viz Media

While One Piece fans are excited to see how Garling performs his duties as the newly appointed Elder, the one thing that is even more anticipated by fans is his Yokai form. As fans know, every Elder in the series possesses a demonic Yokai form with terrifying abilities that make them the biggest danger in the One Piece universe.

Thus, it is possible that, just like the others, Imu also gave him a Yokai form when...

The death of Dr. Vegapunk during the Egghead Island arc has brought with it a major shift in the narrative of One Piece. While fans are sad about Vegapunk’s death, others blame him for the events of Egghead because it was one of his satellites that betrayed him and decided to conspire with the Five Elders.

Vegapunk’s Death | Credit: Viz Media

Fans have questioned Vegapunk’s intentions since the beginning of One Piece, as he was not only deeply involved with the World Government; he was also responsible for a lot of deaths and destruction that were caused by his inventions. Thus, it might be a little difficult for One Piece fans to place him on one side of the story.

However, there is a possibility that Eiichiro Oda might have hidden Vegapunk’s true intentions through his first satellite, Shaka. Shaka was the embodiment of Vegapunk’s goodness,...

From fatally wounding Whitebeard to killing Ace, Akainu is one of the most hated characters in One Piece. Needless to say, even Eiichiro Oda wasn’t exempt from fans’ wrath after killing off Ace. From his ruthlessness to his regressive views on justice, the Admiral has established himself as an antagonist in the series.

Akainu and Whitebeard in a still from the series | Credit: Toei Animation

Be it murdering Ace or attacking his comrades, his crimes are truly unpardonable. However, this might just be the tip of the iceberg. While his backstory remains a mystery, fan speculations point to the author’s possibility of making the Admiral a hero in the series.

Eiichiro Oda might carve out Akainu as a hero according to Reddit users

Sakazuki, popularly known as Akainu is a Fleet Admiral in One Piece written by Eiichiro Oda. Apart from his twisted perception of justice and morality,...

It is pretty evident by now that the tyranny of the World Government and the Celestial Dragons in One Piece is too brutal and cruel for the general public. They have been taking advantage of them, abusing them, and even killing them to maintain their authority as the Supreme Power of the One Piece world. However, there are some characters who are fighting against this tyranny.

Monkey D. Dragon | Credit: Toei Animation

The first and foremost is the Revolutionary Army, headed by Monkey D. Dragon. As Dragon has seen the evil atrocities of the World Government and the Nobles firsthand, he decided to form an organization that would battle against them. But he might not be the only one who is fed up with the government’s evil deeds.

Another character who has been irritated by the World Government for the longest time is Fujitora, the Admiral who was appointed after Akainu and Kuzan.

Eiichiro Oda never misses with the characters that he features in his magnum opus, One Piece. The mangaka has a tantalizingly long list of characters that fans have adored. Though the names are endless, one name has stood out as fans have loved him, even having limited screen time in the series did not stop him from being so infectiously popular.

Fujitora. Credits: Toei Animation

It’s none other than Admiral Fujitora. The Blind Admiral is one of the kindest individuals working under the World Government, as fans and Monkey D. Luffy believe that he is a kind man at heart. However, one must mistake him for a frail, blind man.

Fujitora is one of the strongest names in the Marine who heavily relies on his Observation Haki to predict the attacks coming at him. That’s not all because he also has the power of Zushi Zushi no Mi,...

Of all the major deaths in One Piece, Portgas D Ace’s death in the Marineford arc was the most gut-wrenching one. Although his death was devastating to several readers and viewers, it catalyzed Luffy’s character growth and transformation. It also left several burning questions unanswered regarding Jimbei’s survival from the Akainu’s magma punch.

Portgas D Ace’s death in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation

Apart from being a helmsman of the Straw Hat Pirates, Jimbei is one of the strongest fishmen who holds extreme resilience and strength. While he’s a skilled Fishman Karate master, his survival of Akainu’s fatal magma punch had several fans drawing comparisons between him and Ace regarding the Admiral’s attack.

Reddit users respond to Jimbei’s survival of magma punch

Jimbei appears as the helmsman of the Straw Hat Pirates in Eiichiro Oda‘s One Piece. Apart from being...

Post-time skip Monkey D. Luffy from One Piece has a pretty huge chest scar whose memories are equally scarring. The death of his sworn brother, Portgas D. Ace, is one of the saddest arcs in One Piece history. But did you know that Luffy has previously had this peculiar scar and not from the terrifying marine, Akainu?

Roronoa Zoro, Luffy’s right hand and the swordsman of the Straw Hat Pirates, had quite an unfortunate mishap during the Ocean’s Dream Arc. Zoro ends up hypnotized and uses his iconic onigiri fighting style against Luffy, leaving an X-shaped scar on him. However, it’s important to note that the Ocean’s Dream Arc is a filler arc and the X mark is thinner than his current one.

What Happened in the Ocean’s Dream Arc of One Piece? Hypnotized Zoro attacking Luffy in Ocean’s Dream Arc. [Credit: Toei Animation]

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The Blackbeard Pirates in One Piece have come a long way from being a small, notorious group to becoming the Emperor of the Sea. The group has become one of the most dangerous crews in One Piece history, with great ambitions to take control of the whole world. However, the one fact that makes the Blackbeard Pirates iconic is that they have a formal Admiral as one of their Captains.

Aokiji Kuzan | Credit: Toei Animation

After losing the battle against Sakazuki Akainu for the title of Fleet Admiral, Kuzan was so frustrated with the Navy and the World Government that he decided to leave them and follow Blackbeard on his journey. But this narrative was not accepted by many One Piece fans, as they had trust in Kuzan’s opinion about justice.

Thus, ever since fans have heard about Kuzan being a part of Blackbeard Pirates, they have tried to...

In One Piece, Monkey D. Garp’s image has always been associated with strength and tough charisma. As a vice admiral and one of the most powerful characters in the Marine ranks, Garp is respected by comrades and enemies alike. However, beneath his strong demeanor, Garp is a man haunted by his own choices, especially those made during the Marineford events of the Paramount War, where Admiral Sakazuki Aka Akainu killed his grandson, Portgas D. Ace.

Garp sitting beside Ace before his execution | Credit: Toei Animation

While the majority of fans remember Garp’s anguish after Ace’s death, there is a subtle moment that many have missed in which Garp acknowledges his weakness. This silent acknowledgment reveals a unique and reflective glimpse inside Garp’s mind, showing that even a strict marine like him has his vulnerable side.

Monkey D. Garp’s Emotional Conflict during the Marineford’s War...

The pirate world of One Piece by Eiichiro Oda has featured some of the strongest and most dangerous pirates in history. These pirates are known for their menacing aura and the terror they spread to earn fame and recognition in the new world. From terrifying Warlords like Gecko Moria and Doflamingo to ruthless Emperors like Kaido and Big Mom, the One Piece list of villains is filled with evil pirates.

Luffy Fighting Two Villains | Credit: Toei Animation

However, the narrative of One Piece is so vastly spread that pirates are not the only villains in the series. The Navy, who are supposed to protect the people, also has some characters who are deemed villains by One Piece fans. Among these characters, the one who has held the top position as a dangerous villain is Sakazuki Akainu, the current Fleet Admiral of the Navy.

Akainu has been foreshadowed as one of...

Eiichiro Oda is great at foreshadowing scenarios in One Piece. There are several instances where his foreshadowing was overlooked or missed by the fans. When the things happened, fans realized it had already been mentioned. The same is happening with the admiral. The Navy Admirals are beasts and there are only a handful who can rival them in Haki and other abilities.

Eiichiro Oda has showcased this fact numerous times through his magnum opus, yet the fans never pay attention. All the Admirals have proved their strengths but remain criminally underrated. Even during the Egghead arc, Monkey D. Luffy’s facial expression changed after he felt Kizaru’s Haki.

Admirals Are No Less Than Yonko The 3 Navy Admirals: Aokiji, Akainu, and Kizaru | Credits: Toei Animation

Yonko are considered to be the most potent individuals in the One Piece universe. Most superhuman pirates, like Gol D. Roger, Shiki, Whitebeard, Shanks, etc.

Reading and analyzing the source material while adapting it into another art form is extremely necessary. It helps to keep the authenticity of the story and makes sure that it is followed to the core. However, this is not what Luffy’s Voice Actor, Mayumi Tanaka, thinks. Tanaka has been voicing Luffy since the beginning of One Piece anime, and she has given her best in every episode.

Luffy in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation

Her voice reflects Luffy’s emotions in the perfect way, and even after so many years, she still maintains the same pace and approach while enacting Luffy. The secret to her outstanding performance is that she has never read the One Piece manga and will most likely continue to do so in the future.

Although this may sound a little bizarre, but Tanaka has some very valid reasons behind her approach, and they have been...

The final saga of One Piece, which began with the Egghead Island arc, has elicited varied sentiments among One Piece fans. While some fans are happy with the narrative finally opening up some of the foreshadowed mysteries that have been hidden for decades, others are conflicted by the fact that their favorite series is soon going to end.

Strawhat Pirates in One Piece | Credit: Toei Animation

However, the potential of One Piece is not limited to a single story. Oda’s genius and creative inclusion of multiple plots over the course of almost 30 years have made it easy for the manga creator to come up with the idea of a new spin-off or sequel of One Piece. These plots have so much potential that they can keep the franchise going for another 30 years.

Recently, a popular One Piece fan account shared a post talking about eight different spin-offs that Oda...

Eiichiro Oda stands at the pinnacle of success after One Piece completed 1110+ chapters, with no sign of stopping. One Piece never had a bad rating, and being one of the Big Three of anime, it always held its head high. For the last 25 years, there have only been a handful of franchises that were its direct competitors. Even though Oda is enjoying all the luxuries of the world, initially, it is not easy.

The mangaka was a teenager when he first decided to pursue a career as a manga artist. It turned out to be one of the best decisions ever, but he hid the fact from his friends as he did not want to become a subject of joke. Years later, the mangaka can now boast about his creation without any fear. He singlehandedly built a multi-billion dollar franchise.

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