@Cockycent:
I'm interested in Bellamy's future. I get Squardo vibes from him. The enemy can use old wounds to possibly manipulate him. Would be interesting if he did the opposite of what Squardo did. It would be a testament to Luffy being a better "king" than WB. Dressrosa was heavy on the king narrative.
It sure was. Bellamy was a Doflamingo fan boy. His Strawhat faboyism may now rival Bartolomeo. Bellamy's new flag will be interesting.
@Solid:
It's gotta be ninja Tama, soon ready to become the obvious but unexpected new crew member!
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Chapter 213, released on December 28, 2001, is the earliest display of "magic" and "ninja waterfall training" during the end of Alabasta I recall.
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@Blowfish:
I think considering Oda made it a point to highlight Kid and Laws annoyance at Jinbe joining Luffy, I wouldn't be surprised if either of them got a boost from some random ringer joining their ranks at the arcs conclusion, whether that be Yamato himself considering his Oden impersonation goes so far as referring to Momo as his Son, I wouldn't mind if he ended up on either Law or Kid's ships when it's all said and done as a homage to Oden serving on two rival pirate ships.
Because right now it bouncing back and forth between sure fire next crew
Mate and princess of the arc.
Yamato fits better with Law's crew than Kid's. Yamato as displayed has a "big heart". Actually thinking about it, the Fallen Monk Pirates would be the best fit theme wise. Though I'm under the impression Yamato will protect Shogun Momo as a bodyguard/retainer.
Heart Pirates added Jean Bart. But before adding another member, maybe actually display more of the other multiple members doing something in this war.
Bonney Pirates imprisoned besides the captain herself.
Firebrand Pirates added Rolling Pirates and probably Pound.
X-Drake has Drake Pirates and SWORD members.
Kid Pirates have had no new recruits that I recall. Kid and Killer were tortured. They deserve some new blood. Caribou and potentially the Caribou Pirates would boost their manpower.
Hawkins has Faust who has yet to show himself during the war. Will Faust be fighting his fellow Minks?
Apoo doesn't have new recruits but I expect more narrative expansion on who he is, similar to Law, X-Drake, and Bege.