Top 10 Best One Piece Characters

One of the greatest characters ever! He's a perfect combination of cool and outrageously hilarious. He's probably the most capable fighter of the Straw Hats, but also has a lack of common sense and an everlasting appetite that would give even Kirby's a run for its money!

However, he has also displayed moments of unexpected wisdom, such as his speech while fighting Arlong, which are perfect instances of character growth. While he doesn't have the same intellectual power as the other Straw Hats like Robin, he makes up for it with his loyalty and willpower!

A more serious and hardcore character than Luffy but still has hilarious and relatable moments, such as his comically short temper and his (absent) sense of direction! While he often comes off as aloof and apathetic, he still deeply cares for his crewmates and is so loyal to Luffy that he will follow his orders without a second thought.

Another funny gag involving Zoro is how he's mistaken as the real captain in the early arcs due to his rougher personality! Zoro's breathtaking sword skills, along with his determination, loyalty, and funny gags, make him a strong contender for the No. 1 spot (although I personally love all of the Straw Hats, so they're all top for me)!

Ah, Sanji, where do I begin? Such an exceptional character. He has it all! A gentleman, a master chef who would even school Gordon Ramsay, classy yet also involved in outrageously funny moments!

He totally kicks a*s in battle (pun intended) but is also easily distracted by the sight of women. He constantly seeks approval from others, especially the women.

His bickering with Zoro is another iconic running gag which has endured for long. Plus, he shares with Zoro the trait of being easily irritated!

All of these qualities make Sanji a quirky yet relatable character who adds to the charm of One Piece!

Whenever he appeared in an arc, you just knew you were in for a ride!

Alabasta and Marineford are both among the best arcs of the series, and Ace's character significantly contributed to that! From his first appearance, he was clearly a compelling character who stood out from the rest. It really is no wonder why he's still a fan favorite almost 15 years since his last appearance!

He had such potential as a character and should have been used more in the story. He was far too interesting to be killed off like he was. He's honestly one of the best characters in OP!

I mean, seriously, what's not to like, even from the moment he appeared? He's a caring older brother, loyal, pretty strong, witty, and kick-ass. Did I mention he's hot? He deserved so much more, especially considering all the emotional and physical hardships he had to endure.

I don't care how much time has passed. He will forever remain one of the most loved and remembered characters in OP. Plus, he's referenced constantly to this day.

This guy is the best. He is a genius, has one of the coolest abilities in the series, and is a badass. He is deep down very kind-hearted despite his rude exterior and keeps his promises.

Despite trying to be serious all the time, he actually has a goofy side to him too, like in Zou when he really wants to see the ninja do ninjutsu, just like all the other goofballs. He also begins to assimilate into the bizarreness of the Strawhats (he doesn't like bread, haha).

He is a surgeon, has some major badass tattoos, and is a master of manipulation. And he definitely has the most tragic and epic backstory in the series. How could you not love it, even though it was sad? He is the perfect mix of evil and good.

While not yet the best character in the show, Shanks is a strong contender despite extremely limited screen time. He is one of the most complex and layered characters in the series. He seems to be an overall force for good, similar to Luffy, but in his first appearance, he murdered one of the mountain bandits, a casual display of violence that Luffy has never shown.

He is worth more than 4 billion and can meet with the Gorosei. He has a history with Blackbeard and Mihawk and is intimately tied to Luffy's story. Luffy wants to be the Pirate King, but it is Shanks, not Roger, whom Luffy personally aims to surpass.

As I said, Shanks is already one of the best characters One Piece has to offer, probably in the top five. What really makes him so intriguing is that he is also the character with the most story potential. Luffy, Zoro, Sanji, and even Law may grow stronger, but their growth as characters will be limited. By the end of One Piece, I would not be surprised if Shanks was Oda's best creation.

Her character resonates with me so much! She's always very quiet, calm, and composed when compared to her much louder and more audacious crewmates like Luffy, Usopp, and Franky. She's an intellectual, yet hardly ever expressive, always responding with short answers. Whenever they're throwing a party, she always sits in the corner.

She clearly cares for her crewmates even if her reserved demeanor contrasts with her true feelings for her nakamas. She has a particular fascination with morbid stuff, kind of like me! She's also an expert in archaeology and history, which resonates with me as history was my favorite subject in school. While she's the quiet one of the Straw Hats, her moments of shine still spark as much as the others. Probably the most relatable Straw Hat for me, along with Usopp and Brook!

Nami is my favorite female character in the series. Although I feel like she's annoying at times, I find her to be a more interesting and developed character than Robin. She plays an important part in the series.

I find her character very enjoyable to watch due to her manipulation skills and mental strength. I also adore her relationship with Luffy because he never gets mad at her, and it seems he trusts her the most out of all the crew members.

Although she is not the strongest character, she isn't a coward and is starting to learn how to handle herself, not to mention her skill in manipulation.

The funniest and cutest One Piece character actually made me watch and read One Piece. Chopper is funny because he can't hold his feelings in and is an awesome span user with seven forms. Plus, he's a doctor who loves cotton candy.

He is the funniest character, and just the sight of him makes me laugh. Especially when he's told that he is cute, he blushes ironically.

Thinking he's the best character doesn't make him happy, you bastard!

Best One Piece girl. I really want her and Sanji to get together.

I went from hating her to loving her. Only Oda can accomplish that.

Brook lived through traumatic experiences that would drive the average person insane. However, he managed to showcase impressive resilience and strong will, always trying to look on the bright side, even if he has no eyes. YOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHO!

The most underrated Straw Hat. Come on, man, the dude is kind, funny, and positive even after the terrible thing that happened to his crew. He's very useful.

He's that guy that everyone would love to hang out with, but with bones! No skin! Plus, who else will sing Binks' Sake at 45%? Exactly. And he has an afro! Just ask Usopp and Luffy. An afro is what makes a man. What more do I have to say? Hmm... how about: YOHOHOHOHOHO!

Funniest character, great personality. He made the best ship, the Thousand Sunny, and has just about anything in his robotic body - lights, heavy weapons, laser beams. He's just awesome. He has become one of the most powerful characters. He's amazing!

Franky is MY FAVORITE One Piece character! (Next to Chopper) He's so cool. He's strong, funny, and metal. If anything, he should be the king of the pirates!

How is Franky, one of the main crewmates, this low on the list? I think he's awesome, and he has the best theme out of all the Straw Hats.

He destroys entire armadas of ships with just a few flicks of Yoru. He doesn't look down on Zoro for wanting to take him down and actually encourages it. He's an antagonist but not necessarily a bad guy. He ranks among the strongest characters in the show, and his eyes are remarkable.

He is one hell of a badass swordsman. He makes himself clear almost all the time. He is quiet, strong, and merciless but also has a sense of justice and a bit of compassion in the depths of his heart.

This guy cut down all of Don's ships in the Grand Line. Who else could do that? Plus, he has awesome hawk eyes.

Sabo should be higher on the list! He's a kind older brother, quite attractive, and wears suits that are spot-on. Additionally, he is the chief of the Revolutionary Army. He embodies the saying beware the nice ones because if you are racist, he'll mess you up - all while smiling. He was also a cute child, and Oda shocked everyone by bringing him back.

Why is Sabo down here?

Come on, people! He's the Revolutionary Army's #2, Luffy's second older brother, lost his memories after almost dying, finds Luffy in Dressrosa, eats the Mera Mera no Mi, and saves Luffy from Jesus Burgess.

So why, WHY is he down here!?

She feels like fresh air. She has no supernatural power, but she still seems a strong character (not physically). Her story was beautiful. She became a pirate hunter and then a pirate just for her country and her citizens. A wonderful girl!

This girl was really sweet, and I feel like there were hints of character development I would have loved to see in her had she stayed as an official Straw Hat crew member. But alas, she has duties as a princess, and the country needs her.

After two years, she's coming back! Reverie, here we come!

Crocodile has squirmed his way into my favorite character slot. If we're talking about cuteness, then Chopper wins. But this guy is the best in almost every way, in my opinion.

He is so cunning. He led an evil plot while making himself a hero in the eyes of the people before becoming the first villain to give Luffy a good beatdown, twice! His Suna Suna no Mi powers are at their peak. For example, he can cause dense sandstorms and suck the moisture out of almost anything.

I love him. I'm even being him for Halloween this year.

She is pretty, badass, and powerful! She's amazing! I can't believe how few people realize how relatable she is when she messes things up because of Luffy.

She's super hot and really powerful. She's irresistible and can turn you into stone. I wish I were her husband.

She is the most beautiful woman, alongside Nico Robin and Nami.

The Great Pirate, Edward "Whitebeard" Newgate, was the captain of the Whitebeard Pirates and was revered as the strongest pirate ever after Gol D. Roger! He was very caring and more like a father figure to his pirate crew. He cared for them deeply like a family, and they felt the same way about him.

Whitebeard had amazing strength, ability, and stamina. He was so tough that, even after sustaining numerous injuries and being shot multiple times, he kept standing until his death. That's how badass he was!

How can Buggy possibly be so low on this poll? Buggy is the greatest character ever. He is our messiah and the future king of the pirates. He is so hot! All hail Buggy-sama!

I'm glad we still see him around. A cool twist on the idea of unbeatable pirates. He's just a simple pirate who, with some luck, is going pretty far.

How is he so low on the list? He is an amazing character and, in my opinion, the funniest. There's a reason he is the creator Oda's favorite character.

Gol D. Roger, the former Pirate King and owner of the One Piece - the greatest treasure ever - is the one who started the Pirate Era. He inspired most people to desire to become like him, to be the Pirate King. During his execution, he smiled and announced the existence of the One Piece, a treasure of untold riches.

There is no doubt that he was one of the strongest pirates ever, equally matched or even better than Whitebeard. Gol D. Roger was undoubtedly a badass.

The only pirate to sail the entire world without backing down, and the owner of the One Piece - the treasure of untold riches! Dude, he was smiling when he was executed, and he literally knows everything we want to know. And the mustache is on point!

He is Luffy's father, the son of a legendary Marine, the leader of the Revolutionary Army, and the most wanted man alive. He is very powerful and very cool.

A revolutionary waging war against the corrupt world government, he is the son of one of the strongest Marines ever and the father of the future Pirate King.

He is Luffy's father, Garp's son, and the leader of the Revolutionary Army. He's also the most wanted man alive. He is very strong and very cool.

Despite being a villain, I really sympathize with him. His past was messed up and extremely sad, which should have shown everyone that his evil side was formed by these events (and Trebol & Co.). He is so well-written, and I hope we'll see him return in some way in future chapters. He's definitely my favorite character in One Piece!

Doflamingo is a very interesting villain. He is twisted and has a well-written past. His design is both funny and freaky, and his power is very interesting.

He is probably one of the main villains since the beginning: so twisted, charismatic, and calm, which is why I love him so much.

He is one of the best and most mysterious characters in the One Piece world. He had connections with the Revolutionaries, the Marines, and the pirates, yet we still don't know his true intentions.

Without him, the Straw Hat crew would be dead. It was probably Dragon who told him to save them.

He has the best personality and is probably the biggest fan of Luffy and his crew.