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“One Piece has always been a happy place for many readers despite it touching on many topics of social evils. The comedic theme along with the fun adventure fantasy genre makes the manga enjoyable to read and the anime fun to watch. One of the main reasons fans enjoy reading or watching One Piece is that their favourite characters do not die. This is because Oda made it a rule to never kill off his characters in One Piece.
Why did Oda make this choice? Read on to find out more.
Why does Oda not kill his characters in One Piece?
Eiichiro Oda, the creator of the One Piece series, has expressed his reluctance to kill off characters in the story. There are a few reasons that have been mentioned in his interviews before.
Giving characters a second chance: Oda has stated that he doesn’t kill off pirates in the series because it gives them a second chance to fight for their dreams. This suggests that he wants to provide opportunities for characters to grow and overcome challenges. Oda believes that killing off a character should serve a purpose and have a profound emotional impact on the readers. By sparing the lives of major characters, he is able to create more intense and emotionally charged moments when their lives are truly at stake.
Creating a party after the battle: Oda has mentioned that he doesn’t want to draw scenes where people die because he wants to depict a celebration or a party after the battle. This indicates his desire to focus on the positive aspects of the story and the camaraderie among the characters. One Piece falls under the Shonen genre, which is primarily targeted towards young male audiences. Shonen series typically focuses on themes like friendship, teamwork, and personal growth. Killing off major characters frequently may go against the more positive and hopeful tone of the series.
I love the scenes in one piece where everyone's partying and drinking and eating together after a big battle 🤧
— luke! 🌻 (@tusktwo) January 6, 2023
While it may seem that characters rarely die in One Piece, there have been instances where characters have died. However, there is a misconception that Oda avoids killing characters altogether. It’s important to note that character deaths do occur in the series, but they may not be as frequent as in other stories.
Killing characters takes away from a satisfactory ending
The manga seems to be nowhere near its final arc. There are still many questions to be answered and many more stories to be told. In various interviews, Oda has mentioned that he has had the ending planned out since the beginning of the series and has been dropping hints and foreshadowing throughout the story. He has expressed his desire to deliver a grand, emotional, and fulfilling finale that will tie up all the loose ends and answer all the lingering questions.
Oda’s track record for arc closures is 40-0. Please don’t get it twisted, One Piece will have the greatest and most satisfying ending in manga/anime history. pic.twitter.com/53C7Wn6B3Y
— ZUKU (@zukudaking) March 3, 2022
Oda has also mentioned that he plans to reveal the true history of the One Piece world and the significance of the titular treasure in the final arc. Additionally, he has stated that he wants the ending to convey a strong message and inspire readers. Ultimately, his goal is to create a memorable and satisfying ending for One Piece that stays true to the spirit of the series.
Where to read One Piece Manga?
You can read One Piece manga on various websites and platforms. Some popular options include:
1. Viz Media: The official English publisher of One Piece manga. They offer the latest chapters for free on their website.
2. MangaPlus: This platform offers official and authorized translations of One Piece manga in multiple languages.
3. Shonen Jump: Shonen Jump’s official website has the latest chapters of One Piece available to read for free.”
