One Piece’s Biggest Bad Gets an English Dub Voice (But Fans Are Still Confused): Watch

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In the vast and unpredictable Grand Line of One Piece, the enigmatic figure known as Imu, the powerful leader of the World Government, may very well be the most elusive character yet. Even the revered Five Elders show deference when Imu makes an appearance, shrouded in mystery as they often are. In episode 1108 of the One Piece anime adaptation, we finally heard Imu speak, addressing King Cobra and setting the stage for the final act of this beloved series. As fans eagerly anticipate uncovering the villain’s true identity, the English Dub has bestowed upon Imu a voice that only deepens the intrigue, potentially raising more questions than providing answers.

In a similar fashion to the original Japanese version of “One Piece”, the English Dub of Imu remains cryptic about who is providing the voice for this character. Following in the footsteps of the “Dragon Ball” series, Imu’s voice seems to be a blend of multiple voices, suggesting that several actors could be contributing to the voice of the main antagonist. Speculation among anime fans has arisen regarding the possibility that Colleen Clinkenbeard, who currently voices Monkey D. Luffy, might be providing one of the voices for Imu, creating quite a stir should this speculation prove true. As the English Dub has now reached parity with the original Japanese version, it will be intriguing to observe if the adaptation can maintain its pace and quality.

Imu’s Voice Revealed in the Dub!
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Who Could Imu Be?

Currently, it’s unclear whether Imu is male or female, as this enigmatic character from One Piece is so secretive that even the Five Elders may not know their true identity. Previously, hints have been dropped suggesting Imu could be hundreds, if not thousands of years old. Moreover, Imu seems to harbor a deep-seated animosity towards those bearing the “D” mark, which might indicate personal history with such individuals in the past. It goes without saying that, aside from Imu’s apparent age, the ability to eliminate an Elder with a mere thought underscores just how formidable One Piece’s main antagonist could be.

Despite the manga consistently putting out new chapters almost every week, the anime version of “One Piece” has been on break for several months now. However, during this gap, fans have been treated to a remastered Fishman Island Arc instead. When the anime eventually comes back next month, it will undoubtedly have a lot of content to work through for quite some time.

When Will One Piece End?

Eiichiro Oda has previously stated that the Straw Hat Pirates are embarking on their final journey, but he hasn’t given a specific date for when this epic conclusion will occur. Known for crafting story arcs that span multiple years, it appears that this tale unfolding in the Grand Line is no exception, as it brings together numerous intricate pieces of the puzzle. If Luffy and his fellow pirates hope to achieve their aspirations, they’ll have to engage in battles against not only rival pirates but also military personnel as well.

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2025-03-19 18:41