10 Best One Piece Quotes Of All Time, Ranked

Eiichiro Oda’s *One Piece* is the best-selling manga ever, famous for its incredibly detailed world, memorable characters, and intriguing mysteries that keep fans engaged. The anime series began in 1999, just two years after the manga, and has consistently released new episodes ever since, bringing Oda’s amazing world to life. Despite its beauty, this world has been plagued by the oppressive World Government for centuries. Adding to the trouble, many pirates prey on people, making life even harder. In a world where right and wrong are constantly blurred, it’s easy to question your own sense of morality.

It’s particularly true when even achieving freedom requires significant sacrifice. Despite facing repeated hardships, many courageous individuals refuse to be defeated and insist on living life as they choose. The Straw Hat Pirates consistently demonstrate this spirit, proving they’ll always prioritize living on their own terms, no matter what others think. This same determination is what makes so many characters relatable and beloved by fans.

10) I Can’t Go Astray As a Person (Episode 129)

Although initially presented as an opponent to the Straw Hats, Bon Clay values his connections with others above all else. He doesn’t worry about what people think of him or his decisions, but he fiercely protects anyone he cares about and won’t tolerate them being hurt.

Even if I make mistakes as an individual, I won’t lose my core self. If we fail, we’ll face it together, reaching for something real and beautiful. I’ll create that beauty… Come, join me. Bon Clay challenges you. Bring on whatever comes next.

– Bon Clay

Bon Clay, seeing how far the Straw Hats will go for their friends, bravely risks everything to help them. He sacrifices his freedom by deliberately distracting the Marines and getting captured in Impel Down, and he doesn’t regret a thing.

9) I Can’t Become the King of the Pirates (Episode 808)

Luffy doesn’t dream of riches or recognition; he wants total freedom, and believes becoming King of the Pirates will give him that. Along the way, he gathers a crew, each with their own unique goals. Their strong respect for each other’s beliefs creates an incredibly close and unbreakable bond. To Luffy, his crewmates are even more important than achieving his own ambitions.

I trust you completely with all my meals – I won’t eat anything anyone else makes. No matter how hungry I get, or how dangerous things become, I’ll wait for you to cook for me. Please come back, Sanji. I need your cooking to achieve my dream of becoming King of the Pirates.

– Monkey D. Luffy

I watched as Luffy desperately tried to get Sanji to come back, even when Sanji was putting up a tough front and clearly hurting. It wasn’t about whether Luffy could find the treasure or become King of the Pirates without him. Luffy explained it wasn’t about that at all – he couldn’t truly be free and happy if it meant Sanji was miserable. It was about Sanji’s well-being, plain and simple.

8) People’s dreams have no end (Episode 147)

Marshall D. Teach, better known as Blackbeard, quickly became a major player with a single, memorable line. The death of the Pirate King dramatically altered the world, sparking a new age of piracy driven by the desire for riches, recognition, and, most importantly, freedom.

This talk of a ‘new era’ is nonsense. They claim the days of pirates daring to dream are numbered? That’s ridiculous. People will always have dreams.

– Marshall D. Teach

Blackbeard doesn’t believe the idea of ending the pirates’ dream. He thinks it’s absurd. To him, dreams are timeless and will live on as long as people exist – it’s a pattern that’s held true throughout history and will continue to do so.

7) I Want to Live (Episode 278)

More than twenty years ago, Robin witnessed the destruction of her home and the loss of her people, and afterward, she faced constant rejection and prejudice. The World Government even offered a large reward for her capture, starting when she was just eight years old, deepening her suffering. Since then, she hasn’t truly lived, but has simply endured, always hoping to find someone who would care for her, as Jaguar D. Saul once believed they would.

I never thought I deserved to wish for a life, or that anyone would even let me. But if I can finally say what I want… I want to live. Please, take me to the ocean with you.

– Nico Robin

After a difficult life spent being hunted and threatened, Robin finally found acceptance and a home with the Straw Hat Pirates on the Going Merry. But to protect her new friends, she had to sacrifice everything and face danger once more. Having lost hope, Robin had resigned herself to death. However, Luffy encouraged her to voice her true desire, which helped her break free from her despair. For the first time, she didn’t want to die; she wanted her friends to help her survive.

6) Don’t try to find a reason for somebody’s love (Episode 743)

Trafalgar Law’s tragic past revealed the story of Rosinante, the brother of the ruthless Donquixote Doflamingo. Rosinante was a compassionate person who found a young, sick boy and tirelessly searched for a way to heal him. Ultimately, he understood that the only hope lay in a powerful Devil Fruit that Doflamingo also wanted. Even though helping Law meant sacrificing his own life, Rosinante dedicated himself to saving the boy, leaving a lasting impact on Law’s heart.

You shouldn’t try to understand *why* someone loved you. If you want to honor their memory, simply remember them – that’s enough. Live your life the way you want to; that’s what they would have wanted.

– Sengoku

For over ten years, Law searched for the meaning behind Rosinante’s sacrifice, convinced it was connected to the enigmatic “D.” He desperately wanted to avenge Rosinante, but never understood that Rosinante’s true wish was simply for him to find happiness and live his own life. Sengoku revealed that not everything requires an explanation; Rosinante loved Law unconditionally, just as Sengoku loved Rosinante like a son.

5) Justice Will Prevail? (Episode 465)

Doflamingo’s words revealed the blurry lines between good and evil, and what it really means to be successful. The world of *One Piece* is divided – one side is filled with constant war and hardship, while the other enjoys peace and prosperity. This makes it difficult to define what’s right or wrong, or to judge whether pirates are truly villains and the Navy are heroes.

Ultimately, the victor defines morality. This is where everything changes. Will fairness win out? Certainly – because those in power decide what is just.

– Donquixote Doflamingo

Despite all evidence to the contrary, the World Government stubbornly insists on its own definition of justice, disregarding the immense suffering it causes. Why are they still seen as a force for good? Simply because they’ve been in power for centuries and can control the narrative, effectively rewriting history to suit their needs. What’s considered ‘justice’ always changes depending on who holds the power. The Summit War wasn’t an end, but a major shift that ushered in a new age, one destined to fundamentally change the world.

4) The One Piece Is Real (Episode 485)

Whitebeard’s death was a truly significant event, signaling the start of a new age in the story. Before the Marineford Arc, many people thought the ultimate treasure, the *One Piece*, was just a legend. It hadn’t been seen for over two decades, so doubt was understandable. But Whitebeard proved the treasure was real and hinted at the huge changes it would bring to the world.

Sengoku, both you and the World Government are worried about a massive war that will eventually involve the entire world. I don’t care about the war itself, but finding the treasure will cause chaos. Someone *will* find it, and when they do, everything will change. It’s inevitable, whether you want it to or not, and I believe that day is coming soon. The One Piece is real!

– Edward Newgate

The world is changing in ways the World Government never anticipated, and they seem powerless to prevent it. A long-held destiny will be fulfilled by someone who discovers the ultimate treasure and fundamentally alters the world. This coming conflict will impact everyone and reshape society as we know it.

3) When Do You Think a Person Dies? (Episode 86)

Hiriluk was seriously ill, and unfortunately, eating the poisonous mushroom soup worsened his condition. He didn’t want to hurt Chopper’s feelings by refusing the soup, but he also didn’t want the mushrooms to be the cause of his death. As he struggled with this difficult situation, Wapol took advantage of him. Despite everything, Hiriluk was determined not to let the cruel king be responsible for his end.

People don’t truly die when their bodies fail, but when they are forgotten. It’s not about a physical end, like from an injury or illness. Even if I were to vanish today, my vision would still be realized because it will live on in others’ memories.

– Dr. Hiriluk

He showed the ruler of Drum Island that the most important thing in life isn’t how long you live, but the impact you have on others. Hiriluk believed that death wasn’t truly the end if someone continued your work and made your dreams come true. For him, that person was Chopper, and he wanted Chopper to live a full and unrestrained life.

2) I Wish I Hadn’t Blinded Myself (Episode 744)

Luffy has a knack for winning people over, even his enemies, and Admiral Fujitora is a prime example. While Fujitora initially intended to stop Luffy, he recognized the genuine gratitude of Dressrosa’s citizens towards a pirate. Prioritizing the well-being of others above all else, Fujitora acknowledged that Luffy’s compassion was ultimately what saved the island.

You’re incredibly straightforward, Luffy. It seems like everyone feels compelled to help you. I find myself wondering what kind of person you truly are – what do you look like? What color is your hair, and what shape are your eyes? I regret blinding myself; I wish I could see your face. I imagine you have a kind expression.

– Admiral Fujitora

Luffy unknowingly earned the admiration of a high-ranking Marine officer. Meanwhile, we learn more about Fujitora’s history, discovering his blindness wasn’t accidental – he chose it. Despite this, Fujitora felt regret for being blind, as he wished he could have seen Luffy’s compassionate expression.

1) Thank You For Loving Me (Episode 483)

Ace wrestled with a lifelong question: was he worthy of existence? He carried the weight of his famous father’s name and often felt like an outcast. Despite this, he was grateful for the loving relationships he formed with people like Dadan, Luffy, Sabo, Whitebeard, and his shipmates.

Please let everyone know what I’m about to say when I finish. Dad, my family, and you, Luffy, thank you for caring about someone like me – someone who felt worthless and unwanted, someone with a troubled past. Thank you for loving me.

– Portgas D. Ace

As Ace neared the end, he understood he simply wanted to belong and feel his life had meaning. He found the acceptance he craved and was filled with gratitude for the love he’d received. With a smile, he peacefully closed his eyes and took his final breath, free of regrets.

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2025-09-19 17:50