One Piece: The Villain Who Redeems Himself

Important points

• Morality in One Piece is not tied to legality. Villains sometimes align with heroes who share temporary goals.
• Characters like Hatchan, Nico Robin, and Duvall change from villains to heroes due to mental and behavioral changes.
• Bellamy and Speed ​​are examples of characters that transition from antagonistic roles to more heroic roles in the series.

morality of one piece The characters are quite diverse. Because the series focuses on pirates. Make it clear that morality does not equal the legality of their actions. Sometimes morally bankrupt characters will align themselves with cleansed heroes because they temporarily share a common goal.

However, sometimes certain characters transition from a more antagonistic role to a heroic role for a variety of reasons. The end result is a change of heart. and behavioral changes to a certain extent Here are some characters who once coexisted with villains. But later he sided with the hero instead.

6 Hatchan

Former officer of the Arlong Pirates

• First release: Chapter 69 (Manga) Chapter 31 (Anime)
• Devil Fruit: do not have
• Affiliation: Takoyaki 8 Sun Pirate (former) Arlong Pirate (former)

Hatchan, known informally as Hachi, is a rather innocent squid farmer. One of Arlong's long-standing affiliates, he is a swordsman who specializes in the Six Swords. Despite his captain's anti-human ideology, But Hatchan never paid attention to this philosophy. He is also a friend of Silvers Rayleigh, the first mate of the legendary Roger Pirates. Hatchan joined Arlong's team when they separated from the Sun Pirates and eventually went to live at Arlong Park on the East Blue Coast. captain But he still followed his orders. He is responsible for capturing Nami. which in part led to the tragedy that followed.

After being defeated at the hands of Zoro Hatchan then quits piracy and opens a takoyaki shop. He is friends with Camie, the kissing gourami mermaid, and Pappag, her starfish friend. The two of them help him make takoyaki. 8 When Camie asks for help from the Straw Hats in rescuing Hatchan after he is captured. The fisherman felt embarrassed about being caught. Rescued by his old enemy and trying to conceal his identity. This fails when Zoro recognizes his voice.

However, Hachi has proven to be a constant ally of the Straw Hats. He introduced them to Rayleigh and his wife Shakuyaku. By protecting the Town Sunny during their absence. and finally help them on Mermaid Island when they finally set out on their journey. It was for his sake that Luffy punched Earth's Noble Charles despite the consequences.

5 Nico Robin

Former Vice President of Baroque Works

• First release: Chapter 114 (Manga) Chapter 67 (Anime)
• Devil Fruit: Hana Hana no Mi
• Affiliation: Straw Hat Pirates, Archaeologist Ohara (former), Revolutionary Army (former), Baroque Works (former), other criminal organizations

Nico Robin was the sole survivor of the Ohara Massacre and was branded a dangerous criminal for her ability to read poneglyphs. The public was falsely informed that she and other academics Seek knowledge to destroy the world with ancient weapons. Because of the bounty on her head Robin is forced to trust no one. After joining a pirate and organized crime group at the age of 24, she met Crocodile. who wants her to help buy the ancient weapon Pluton She is useful to the warlord. Acting as a liaison to agents in Baroque Works as well as famous assassins.

Robin gives the hint of not joining in with his plan. which ended with them both trying to kill each other. Luffy saves her life, which she claims she doesn't want. This forced her to invite herself into the Straw Hat Pirates. Believing that Luffy should take responsibility for her life. Even though they were still worried But she is able to use her evil against them to soften her perception of the crew.

While she was with the crew She was so loved by them that she was willing to surrender herself for their sake. On the other hand, the Straw Hats dared even the world government to come to her aid. She finally declares that she wants to join them at sea. and has remained a steadfast member of the crew ever since.

4 Duval

Leader of the Rosy Life Riders

• First release: Chapter 491 (Manga) Chapter 386 (Anime)
• Devil Fruit: do not have
• Affiliation: Rosie Life Riders

This large man looked like a rough sketch of “Black Leg” Sanji, which made his life even worse. A wanted poster using this illustration was once leaked. This makes him hunted by marines and bounty hunters due to his similarity. He hid his face in an iron mask. creating hatred for Sanji and made a name for himself in the slave trade business. who is the leader of the group of flying fish riders

After the group joins forces with the Macro Pirates to capture Hatchan. They were confronted by the Straw Hats. Sanji fights Duvall, using Parage Shot to restructure his face. Giving him a different handsome appearance This makes him ridiculous by using the word “handsome” interspersed with his name, however this is the beginning of his final turn.

Duval's gratitude inspired him to abandon the slave trade and later ally with the Straw Hats. Renamed the Rosy Life Riders, Duval's crew assisted the Straw Hats in Sabaody against other slave traders. In addition to Hatchan and Bartholomew Kuma, Duvall leads his group to protect the Thousand Sunny in the Straw Hats' absence. He was later seen injured. Recovering at Shakuyaku's bar, however, he is less willing to help Sanji. Even though he was injured again.

3 Bellamy

Former member of the Donquijote Pirates.

• First release: Chapter 222 (Manga) Chapter 146 (Anime)
• Devil Fruit: bane bane no mi
• Affiliation: Donquixote Pirates (former), Bellamy Pirates (former)

Bellamy is introduced as an arrogant pirate who captains his own crew out of boredom. He was allowed to use the symbol of the Don Quixote family. You must not lose to anyone. Finally he traveled to Jaya. Face other pirates and even seized a hotel as a temporary base for his own crew. His disbelief in his dreams causes Luffy to view him as under his spotlight. But Bellamy and his team didn't get the message. Even though he kept urging the young pirate to attack him. But his attack didn't help Luffy who took him out with a single blow.

After being attacked by Doflamingo Bellamy and his crew then travel to the floating islands. Although many did not survive the journey. Bellamy takes back the golden pole and regained his good standing with Donquixote Doflamingo after this point. He became obsessed with being an officer for the Donquixote Pirates. However, it was revealed that Doflamingo was unsure of his skills. and want him dead He insists that he has no blood with Luffy when he meets the pirates at Dressrosa. However, Bellamy continues to fight with Luffy. But there was nothing better than him.

When he recovers Bellamy also refuses to be Luffy's subordinate. Being one of the few allies from Dressrosa who did not join the Straw Hat Fleet. Bellamy retired from piracy and became a dyer instead. He still received Luffy's wild card. So both of them can keep an eye on each other. It is possible that Bellamy wishes to redeem himself again if Luffy is in danger again.

2 speed

Former officer of the Demon Pirates

• First release: Chapter 917 (Manga) Chapter 904 (Anime)
• devil fruit: Smiling horse
• Affiliation: Kurosumi Tama, Demon Pirate (former)

Speed ​​is a gift in Beasts Pirates, meaning she's not only strong enough to eat SMILE (artificial Zoan Devil Fruit), but she's also lucky enough to have animal powers. A smile gives Speed ​​the ears, body, and vision of a horse. Her strength was enough to earn her the title of Headmaster. This is the lowest of the three administrative positions.

Her strength was co-opted by Tama, whose Kibi Kibi no Mi allowed her to grow Kibidango that could be used to control animals. Because SMILE users are part animals. They are therefore vulnerable to this control as well. Speed ​​has developed a good relationship with Tama. and played an important role in distributing dango that caused the loss of a number of demon pirates. She is willing to face Kaido herself. Even though he was her former captain.

After Kaido is defeated Tama explains that dango will wear off in about a month. Let those affected choose what they want to do. Speed ​​claims that she will be happier with Tama. This causes the apprentice kunoichi to ask if she will stay forever and serve as her mother. Although the actual outcome of this exchange is currently unclear. But it can be assumed that Speed ​​is more likely to be with Tama due to their closeness.

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