They're villains, but they're charming! Top 5 most charismatic villains

This is Osamu Manga! The theme this time is "charismatic enemy characters" that appear in "One Piece". "One Piece" has many powerful villains who torment Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates, but among them, there are some characters that make you feel "They're villains, but somehow they're charming...". They are not just enemies, but are characters that deeply color the story, and sometimes you can sympathize with their way of life and beliefs. We will introduce such charismatic villains in a ranking format!

5th place: Crocodile

First appearance: Alabasta

Crocodile , who was once one of the Seven Warlords, is a ruthless man who plotted to manipulate the Alabasta Kingdom from behind the scenes. Although he has great strength thanks to the power of the Sand Sand Fruit, he is also a wise general who always has a relaxed attitude and uses strategies to corner his enemies. His charisma comes from his overwhelming calmness and clever way of handling the situation as a strategist. In his first battle with Luffy, he completely won, showing how different he is as a pirate, but later he reappears in Impel Down and is also impressive in the way he unexpectedly joins forces with Luffy. Although he is a cold-hearted villain, his strength, which has allowed him to overcome many setbacks, is appealing.

Charismatic points of Osamu's manga: Crocodile's calm and collected leadership is exactly what makes him a villain. His cold-hearted strategist side and his deep-rooted pride make him more than just a villain, making him a fascinating character.

4th place: Dogtooth violet

First appearance: Whole Cake Island

Charlotte Katakuri is a senior member of the Big Mom Pirates and the son of Big Mom, one of the Four Emperors. He is known as the character who cornered Luffy with the power of the Mochi Mochi no Mi and the strength of his Observation Haki. Katakuri's charisma is not only due to his overwhelming fighting power, but also due to his perfectionism and his cherishing of his family. When he first appeared, he was portrayed as ruthless and invincible, but in a scene during his fight with Luffy, he acknowledged his own shortcomings and showed a glimpse of his love as an older brother and his own beliefs. The "politeness" he showed after his fight with Luffy left a strong impression on many fans.

Charismatic point of Osamu's manga: Katakuri is a representative villain who combines "strength" and "pride". His attitude of acknowledging Luffy throughout the fight and accepting defeat with his own pride at the end makes him a charismatic character, not just an enemy.

3rd place: Doflamingo

First appearance: Dressrosa

Donquixote Doflamingo , nicknamed "Heavenly Demon," is a former member of the Seven Warlords who ruled the Kingdom of Dressrosa. Using the powers of the Thread Thread Fruit to skillfully manipulate others, Doflamingo is a ruthless villain, but at the same time, he also possesses overwhelming charisma. His charm lies not only in his ability to control others, but also in the complicated way he lives his life, bound by his own sad past and his birth as a "Celestial Dragon." Despite being a villain, he pursues his ideals and rebels against the World Government, and his strong presence left a strong impact on readers.

Charismatic points of Osamu's manga: Doflamingo is a charismatic character with his destructive power and unique interpretation of the theme of "freedom". His way of life, shaped by his past trauma and upbringing, has a depth that goes beyond that of a mere villain, and he exudes an exquisite balance of fear and charm.

2nd place: Enel

First appearance: Sky Island

Enel , the god of thunder who wields the power of the Goro Goro no Mi, rules over Sky Island and reigns as a god. Enel's charisma comes from his overwhelming power and absolute confidence. As a Logia type (natural ability) user, he can freely control lightning, making him truly invincible. In the Sky Island arc, Enel's beliefs never wavered during his fight with Luffy, and he remained confident until the very end. However, his subsequent grand ambition to "go to the moon" and the overwhelming presence he displayed are still unforgettable to fans.

Charismatic point of Osamu's manga: Enel's charm is his "god-likeness" that comes from his absolute power and confidence. Even after his plan falls apart in the battle with Luffy, he sticks to his beliefs until the very end, which makes him an overwhelmingly charismatic villain.

1st place: Blackbeard (Marshall D. Teach)

Appearance: Impel Down Arc, Marineford Summit War Arc

And the number one spot goes to Blackbeard , aka Marshall D. Teach! Although he was a former member of the Whitebeard Pirates, he is an ambitious man who took Whitebeard's life and obtained the powers of the powerful Devil Fruits, the Yami Yami no Mi and Gura Gura no Mi. Blackbeard's charisma lies in his immeasurable ambition and strategic action. Bearing the "name of D" and aiming to become the "King of the Pirates" just like Luffy, he has a mysterious charm that makes you sympathize with him even though he is a villain. In contrast to Luffy, Blackbeard is not afraid to betray and act cunningly, and is gradually gaining power, so he has the potential to become the greatest enemy at the climax of the story.

Charismatic points of Osamu's manga: Blackbeard's charisma comes from his boundless ambition and his desire for "freedom," which is somewhat similar to Luffy's. He is a character that always surprises us with how strong he will become and what schemes he will use to take over the world.

summary

The villains in One Piece are not just "enemies," but have their own beliefs and way of life, and their charisma adds depth to the story. The characters introduced here stand in the way of Luffy and his friends as a big obstacle, but they also have some sympathetic aspects and human charm. With the hope that new charismatic villains will appear in the future, let's take another look at their pasts and beliefs!

So that's it for the "Ranking of Charismatic Enemy Characters" brought to you by Osamu Manga!

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