If there an Uncle role Jinbei fills it.
Next Strawhat Crewmate (Vol. 6)
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Franky will always be the wacky uncle I don't care what Oda says.
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Franky will always be the wacky uncle I don't care what Oda says.
Franky is father and uncle :ninja:
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Despite my theories about the direction Carrot's character seems to be going, there's one big thing that strongly convinces me that she will NOT join, and that is the fact that her name starts with "C". As does Chopper's name.
Oda has yet to have any crew member's names share a first letter (I don't count anyone's family name e.g. Nico, Monkey, Cutty, Roronoa, etc.) I know it's a weird argument to make, but honestly that fact more than anything else really assures me that Carrot will remain a side character.
Jinbe's name perfectly adheres to this obscure stipulation, Carrot's does not. Doesn't mean she won't grow up to be an important figure one day, she just won't be with the others on the Sunny while shes does it. Everyone else's reasons and theories for why she's non-SH material make perfect sense, and I agree with them.
It's just, the whole name thing really seals the deal for me. It's an odd rule that I'm not sure Oda even knows he's following. But if he is conscious of it, then I highly doubt he would break it after all this time for a simple character like Carrot.
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Carrot will sail with the new nox pirates under captain pedro (definitely not dead). They will be part of the strawhat armada. The sun pirates will also bepart of the armada. (Yeah, sun and night)
The grand fleet is a tool that will be used by oda to "join" likeble characters without having the trouble to give them too much screen time. Oda is constantly splitting the crew to be able to compact the arcs. You can image howlong they would be with the full cast. It doesn't make sense to expand the main crew at this time of the story.
Imo, the last chance to recruit a new crew member will be wano. The new crew member wouldn't receive enough panels to shine afterwards. -
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We as readers know that. But the characters do not. Considering Big Mom is going to be around, to what degree does she retain her power and territory is something we'll see. That's why I said there should be three more. And just because we figure out that Blackbeard is going to fight Shanks does not mean that Luffy will not interact with either of them before that event.
So let's say Big Mom and Luffy end up in negative/neutral terms (regardless if Big Mom has been eliminated as a contestant or another force stops her). After WCI, we have Kaido/Wano, Elbaf (which could include Linlin), Last island that the Log Pose points towards, Shanks/Blackbeard, Raftel and Final War.
After Kaido we would still have around 5 big events coming. Regardless if Linlin does not show up in Elbaf, Elbaf will be quite the adventure which will tie in all sorts of history progressing the plot forward. I consider the last island from the log pose to be that breather arc and I put Shanks and Blackbeard around the same event. In other words, I think Luffy and Shanks will meet before Shanks fights Blackbeard. It is Blackbeard that will interrupt Luffy's reunion with his mentor. These are all events a new crew mate, that let's say joins in Elbaf, can participate on AND bond with the crew.
It´s irrelevant since we are talking about time for the audience to get used to the last member of the Strawhats, not the actual time they spent there which will be at best a couple of months either way.
Interaction does not mean a huge arc that gives you time to get to know and learn to love a completely new character.
The problem is that these will be so packed and convoluted, you will have hardly time to showcase a completely new character as a viable nakama that the audience is supposed to love. With Jinbe it somehow works because he has been a major character in the last 350 chapters now, with breaks in-between of course, most notably PH and Dressrosa but Impel Down, Marineford and then Fishman Island gave us enough time, especially since he has one of the most important bonds to Luffy in the entire story.
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I think Weevil might have a chance of joining the crew. Here are some pros and cons on the idea of him becoming a crew member:
Pros:
- Had a great "entrance", as in it was not bland and boring.
- Has an unique design with the Viking theme, the mustache, the long hair, and so on.
- He plans on meeting Luffy to inquire about Marco, so they will be some interaction between the two.
- Speaking of Marco, it also means Weevil will be part of the Wano story arc, and what others have said that this is the best time for a new character to join.
- He also has a weapon, which I believe is a spear of some kind, so basically an original fighting style compared to the other Strawhats.
- He does not seem like a "bad character/villain", as it is obvious he is being used by his "mother".
- Speaking of his "mother", there might be an interesting backstory behind him as well.
Cons:
- Is of one the seven warlords, and since Jimbei was one already, this might go against the idea of him joining.
- Is extremely powerful from what was seen already with how he annihilated several powerful pirates, which means he is probably powerful than Luffy.
In conclusion, Weevil has a lot going for him, but the whole power difference, and the fact that he is a warlord, reduces his chances of joining. Anyways, what does everyone think about my theory about Weevil joining the Strawhats?
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I keep forgetting Weevil exists. What a terrible notion, you should feel bad for suggesting him at all.
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I keep forgetting Weevil exists. What a terrible notion, you should feel bad for suggesting him at all.
Well, he's literally been in only one chapter thus far.
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I think Weevil might have a chance of joining the crew. Here are some pros and cons on the idea of him becoming a crew member:
Pros:
- Had a great "entrance", as in it was not bland and boring.
- Has an unique design with the Viking theme, the mustache, the long hair, and so on.
- He plans on meeting Luffy to inquire about Marco, so they will be some interaction between the two.
- Speaking of Marco, it also means Weevil will be part of the Wano story arc, and what others have said that this is the best time for a new character to join.
- He also has a weapon, which I believe is a spear of some kind, so basically an original fighting style compared to the other Strawhats.
- He does not seem like a "bad character/villain", as it is obvious he is being used by his "mother".
- Speaking of his "mother", there might be an interesting backstory behind him as well.
Cons:
- Is of one the seven warlords, and since Jimbei was one already, this might go against the idea of him joining.
- Is extremely powerful from what was seen already with how he annihilated several powerful pirates, which means he is probably powerful than Luffy.
In conclusion, Weevil has a lot going for him, but the whole power difference, and the fact that he is a warlord, reduces his chances of joining. Anyways, what does everyone think about my theory about Weevil joining the Strawhats?
To be honest, I thought you were talking about Weevil from Yugioh lol
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I keep forgetting Weevil exists. What a terrible notion, you should feel bad for suggesting him at all.
What do you say it is a terrible notion? I just thought of it randomly, and it felt like an interesting idea to me. I did do a pros and cons list about him, plus it gives us something new to speculate and talk about. That's all.
To be honest, I thought you were talking about Weevil from Yugioh lol
LOL XD
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What do you say it is a terrible notion? I just thought of it randomly, and it felt like an interesting idea to me. I did do a pros and cons list about him, plus it gives us something new to speculate and talk about. That's all.
LOL XD
He does seem unique. His mom can also join and be the grandma lol. However, people are going to say he cant join because he has blonde hair
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if we are going to have another shichibukai join the crew, it aught to be a transvestite logia :ninja:
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He does seem unique. His mom can also join and be the grandma lol. However, people are going to say he cant join because he has blonde hair
Well, if he does join, it would be him only, as his "mom" is evil and is taking advantage of him. That's why. Plus, I think there would be only one more crew member left to join, as I believe in the "Luffy will have ten people join his crew" bit.
Though I did not know he had blonde hair, but then again, I don't pay attention much to color schemes o:
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Well, he's literally been in only one chapter thus far.
Yeah, so my theory is really stretching it, as he only had a few panels so far, but I think it is interesting with how much was shown in those few moments. Regardless, I know it is a crazy idea, but it is fun to speculate about, at least to me.
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Was just thinking about how chopper's mentor hiriluk also blew himself up…
Another Chopper-Carrot Parallel
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Speaking of Weevil I'm surprised there isn't more insect zoans.
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Speaking of Weevil I'm surprised there isn't more insect zoans.
A mantis zoan would be so sick
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I'm laughing thinking of Sanji's or Nami's response to insect zoans and if the person fully transformed into a giant insect.
I would love to see a spider zoan (no Onigumo doesn't count, going by his appearance (hair imitates arms) he's more likely parmacia than zoan). I bet Usopp would too, but Sanji & Nami wouldn't judging by their freak out over insects in that forest when looking for the South Bird lol
just how many insect zoans are there confirmed?
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I would love to see a spider zoan (no Onigumo doesn't count, going by his appearance (hair imitates arms) he's more likely parmacia than zoan).
He has that lower part of a spider as well.
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He has that lower part of a spider as well.
I know that's why I added the note about what I think disqualifies him as a zoan. No verified zoan has their hair imitate arms. Look at the tontatta Bian who is a hornet (I was wrong to say wasp), she doesn't imitate arms, she literally grows another pair of arms!
Same with the other Tontatta Kabu=
Interesting to note that these two are the only ones Oda's confirmed as insect zoans.
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No verified zoan has their hair imitate arms. Look at the tontatta Bian who is a hornet (I was wrong to say wasp), she doesn't imitate arms, she literally grows another pair of arms!
Same with the other Tontatta Kabu=
https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/onepiece/images/c/ce/Mushi_Mushi_no_Mi%2C_Model_Kabutomushi_Infobox.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/350?cb=20141006011335Interesting to note that these two are the only ones Oda's confirmed as insect zoans.
Not even Epoida is confirmed zoan.I think the fact that he grows an actual spider body part is a way stronger argument against not growing another another pain or two of arms. Heck, it might be a Smile that Vegapunk made it without Ceasar knew about it.
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There is also the possibility that those are arms and not hair, and that they just happen to be black.
There should be an insect-based crew out there, I really hope so.
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I know that's why I added the note about what I think disqualifies him as a zoan. No verified zoan has their hair imitate arms. Look at the tontatta Bian who is a hornet (I was wrong to say wasp), she doesn't imitate arms, she literally grows another pair of arms!
Same with the other Tontatta Kabu=
https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/onepiece/images/c/ce/Mushi_Mushi_no_Mi%2C_Model_Kabutomushi_Infobox.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/350?cb=20141006011335Interesting to note that these two are the only ones Oda's confirmed as insect zoans.
Not even Epoida is confirmed zoan.Well, have we ever seen a potential bug Zoan before Onigumo? Oda could have been experimenting if the arms really are formed from hair or are coincidentally all on the back. Additionally, because it's a spider Zoan, it would probably need at least an extra pair of limbs compared to those Tontatta since spiders stand out from other bugs due to being eight-legged arachnids. If Onigumo only has four arms like them and an abdomen like Bian, how would he stand out aside from maybe growing ugly appendages out of his face?
We should learn from Baby-5, Baron Tamago, and Katakuri that Oda will do whatever the hell he thinks will look cool with Devil Fruits and could give less of a damn about consistency if that gets in the way. I used to think that Onigumo was just doing that same hair manipulation trick Kumadori used in Enies Lobby against Chopper, but nah, that spider abdomen stands out way too much.
I think the fact that he grows an actual spider body part is a way stronger argument against not growing another another pain or two of arms. Heck, it might be a Smile that Vegapunk made it without Ceasar knew about it.
Agreed. I doubt that it's a Smile though.
There is also the possibility that those are arms and not hair, and that they just happen to be black.
There should be an insect-based crew out there, I really hope so.
Yeah, I'm thinking the same thing.
Hopefully Kaido has a bug squad in his crew.
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I'm pretty certain Onigumo is a spider Zoan. The hair arms could be spider arms but I'm positive Onigumo uses his hair in the same way "yoi yoi yoi" from CP9 and Sandersonia do. They've been trained in a way that allows them to use their hair as if it were a typical limb and their abilities were established way before Onigumo got to show off his spider rear.
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With all this talk about bug zoans, it would probably make a nice edition to the crew. With this in mind, it would make an unique design, as well. Plus, there are so many different bugs out there, the possibilities are many.
Makes me wonder if Oda considers crabs and lobsters as bugs. Or even shrimp. (They are technically "water bugs".) Either way, it would be nice to see these types in the series.
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Makes me wonder if Oda considers crabs and lobsters as bugs. Or even shrimp. (They are technically "water bugs".) Either way, it would be nice to see these types in the series.
Wow, that is the first cool crewmate suggestion I have seen besides the grandma idea! I am completely game for a bug Zoan joining the crew if they're styled after crustaceans. It would be a great way to cement the pirate-y/sea adventure ambiance of the series like how Brook is an undead skeleton musician and Jimbei is a Fishman.
So yes, Dr. Zoidberg should be the eleventh/final crew member.
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@Count:
Wow, that is the first cool crewmate suggestion I have seen besides the grandma idea! I am completely game for a bug Zoan joining the crew if they're styled after crustaceans. It would be a great way to cement the pirate-y/sea adventure ambiance of the series like how Brook is an undead skeleton musician and Jimbei is a Fishman.
So yes, Dr. Zoidberg should be the eleventh/final crew member.
Yay, I win! ^.^
And I see what you mean! I did not think about that when I thought of the idea XD
So, anyways, which crustacean theme would you think would be the most unique? o:
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Yay, I win! ^.^
And I see what you mean! I did not think about that when I thought of the idea XD
So, anyways, which crustacean theme would you think would be the most unique? o:
Well, Oda's original concept for Inazuma was a crab Zoan instead of a scissors Paramecia. So Oda HAS considered making crustacean Zoans. Have we ever seen any in the series yet though?
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!Honestly, I don't know. I feel like Oda can make one hell of a quirky crustacean Zoan design if he drew one. What I would prefer if a crustacean Zoan's fighting style focusing on defense and countering since they wear shells. Maybe they could do things like shed their armor for a bit before either regrowing it or needing to reclaim their shell (which would easily make for "I'M NAKED" gags, which are definitely up Oda's childish humor forte). A hermit crab would be cool since a big seashell could be worked into their design for them to wear like a backpack and shield. This would be a neat way to kind of satiate all of the people who wanted to have defense-based Devil Fruit power users in the crew like Bartolomeo (barrier) and Pekoms (turtle shell). And like a hermit crab, one claw would be small while the other is huge.
Oda could also work with decorative crabs, who love to clothe themselves in all sorts of seafloor objects like sponges, sea anemones, etc. This helps out a lot with camouflage, and can still work in quirky types of defense.
Or we could get a mantis shrimp. I don't know much about them other than they like to live in holes and have supersonic punches as powerful as bullets.
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Damn, you just got me wishing for Inazuma to join the crew. If (s)he had a remotely unique personality, that is. Becuase his deisgn is friggin' interesting, especially as a crab Zoan
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Makes me wonder if Oda considers crabs and lobsters as bugs. Or even shrimp. (They are technically "water bugs".) Either way, it would be nice to see these types in the series.
I think there was a Gifter that had a crab claw in Zou.
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I wonder how a barnacle Zoan would look like through Oda's eyes. Barnacles are technically crustaceans, right?
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I think there was a Gifter that had a crab claw in Zou.
Yeah, you're right. I hope the concept is explored beyond fodder though.
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I wonder how a barnacle Zoan would look like through Oda's eyes. Barnacles are technically crustaceans, right?
He would be so ugly that everyone will die.
The End.
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@Count:
Yeah, you're right. I hope the concept is explored beyond fodder though.
And also what the hell is up with SMILES.
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@S.C.:
And also what the hell is up with SMILES.
based on Sheepshead I just assumed the SMILEs are "Paramecia-Zoan" types in that they give the eater an animal trait but allows them to manifest them in a paramecia like way i.e. Sheepshead's ramhorn punch
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@S.C.:
And also what the hell is up with SMILES.
I think they're just Zoans with animal traits on specific body parts rather than the whole body. Which is a pretty "meh" concept on paper, but it makes sense for these cheaper artificially made Devil Fruits to look more limited than actual Zoans. And it can create some unique attacks, like transforming your arm into a swirly horn.
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Remember the time when we thought Reiju was a Butterfly Zoan? How stupid we were.
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Remember the time when we thought Reiju was a Butterfly Zoan? How stupid we were.
was….her DF named?
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I don't think she even is a DF user.
Apparently so. One Piece Magazine has listed her as one.
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@S.C.:
Apparently so. One Piece Magazine has listed her as one.
Why no one told me that? Link. Now!
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@Count:
Or we could get a mantis shrimp. I don't know much about them other than they like to live in holes and have supersonic punches as powerful as bullets.
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Why no one told me that? Link. Now!
For what it's worth, she's just listed as a User. The name of it and what kind it is, is unknown. If Oda didn't have his fingers in it, I would have thought it was a goof on their part.
My guess? Human-Human Fruit, Model: Longleg. :P
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a Mantis Shrimp zoan can only be a villain
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Pedro wanted to join Roger's crew but was rejected because he was too young. Now if he joins Luffy's crew, It will be a perfect parallel between Luffy and Roger.
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@Count:
Wow, that is the first cool crewmate suggestion I have seen besides the grandma idea! I am completely game for a bug Zoan joining the crew if they're styled after crustaceans. It would be a great way to cement the pirate-y/sea adventure ambiance of the series like how Brook is an undead skeleton musician and Jimbei is a Fishman.
So yes, Dr. Zoidberg should be the eleventh/final crew member.
We could also have a navy crustacean zoan, and he could be red and cheap and have a laugh like agagagagaga. Yeah basically mr krabs in one piece
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@Long:
We could also have a navy crustacean zoan, and he could be red and cheap and have a laugh like agagagagaga. Yeah basically mr krabs in one piece
Well, this is getting added to the Things I Want But Will Never Get in One Piece list.
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@Long:
We could also have a navy crustacean zoan, and he could be red and cheap and have a laugh like agagagagaga. Yeah basically mr krabs in one piece
The problem here is that he would obviously be Franky's final Blackbeard opponent.
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