One Piece Star Recalls His Hardest Day Voicing Portgas D. Ace

One Piece Star Recalls His Hardest Day Voicing Portgas D. Ace

As a dedicated One Piece fan since its early days, I can honestly say that Ace’s demise left an indelible mark on me and countless others in the anime community. His fiery spirit and unwavering loyalty to his crew were as captivating as they were heartbreaking.


As a die-hard One Piece fan, talking about Luffy and his Straw Hat crew always leads us back to the topic of Ace – the fiery swashbuckler who’s part of the Whitebeard Pirates. He’s not just one of the ocean’s most formidable pirates but also Luffy’s brother. Recently, the voice actor behind Ace opened up about some tough moments while voicing this iconic character for us. If you’ve been keeping tabs on Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece creation, whether through anime or manga, you may have a clue as to what scene Furukawa is referring to.

Heed this notice: If you haven’t explored One Piece’s Marineford Arc, beware that we’re about to delve into spoiler territory. Ace played a significant role in One Piece’s narrative, yet his death may have left an even more profound mark on the Grand Line and the broader anime community. In shielding Luffy from a fatal strike, Ace’s life was tragically cut short due to a blow that devastated a substantial portion of his chest. Despite appearances suggesting he’s returned through flashbacks, the prospect of him resurrecting seems increasingly unlikely as the series finale draws near.

One Piece Star Recalls His Hardest Day Voicing Portgas D. Ace

Saying Goodbye to Ace

During that interview, I couldn’t help but pour out my deep emotions while recording Ace’s demise. Just like a devoted One Piece fan, I penned an impassioned plea to the editors, hoping against hope that Ace might miraculously rise again. Alas, they remained as tight-lipped as a sea captain about whether Luffy’s brother would ever return, though it seemed highly unlikely.

Although Ace’s appearance in the second season of the One Piece live-action series hasn’t been officially confirmed, it seems likely that he will show up if the series stays faithful to the original storyline. Since Ace initially meets Luffy and his new crew during their journey through the desert region of Alabasta, it would be fitting for him to appear in the upcoming season. At this point, no actor has been chosen for the role of Ace, but given his importance to the Straw Hat pirates, it’s safe to assume he will have a significant impact on their future in the live-action adaptation.

Keep tabs on Ace’s progress, whether it’s from the original content or the live-action version. Stay informed by checking out Team Anime on ComicBook for the most recent developments in the Grand Line.

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2024-08-17 00:41