One Piece: Why Eiichiro Oda Couldn’t Save Ace From His “Cruel” Fate

One Piece: Why Eiichiro Oda Couldn't Save Ace From His "Cruel" Fate

As a hardcore One Piece fan with over two decades of sailing the Grand Line behind me, I can confidently say that Luffy’s journey has been nothing short of epic. The events at Marineford still stand out as one of the most heart-wrenching moments in this series. Watching Ace, Luffy’s beloved older brother, give his life to save him was a gut punch that left an indelible mark on us all.


For over three decades, I’ve been navigating the vast oceans as a dedicated fan of One Piece, and throughout this incredible voyage, the Straw Hat Crew has left no stone unturned. We’ve witnessed epic battles destined by fate, long-awaited reunions, and Luffy, Monkey D. himself, has scarcely known a moment of tranquility in his quest to rule as the Pirate King.

The confession originated directly from Oda, the creator, who has had ample time to reflect on the specific event in question. It is well-known among fans of One Piece that Luffy traveled to Marineford with the intention of rescuing Ace from impending execution. This situation ignited a war as pirates throughout the Grand Line joined forces to save Ace, but ultimately, their efforts were unsuccessful. In an attempt to safeguard Luffy’s life from Akainu, Ace made the ultimate sacrifice by intercepting a lethal attack. Before his passing, he was able to share some poignant final words.

To this day, Ace’s goodbye remains one of the most memorable scenes in “One Piece”, and voice actress Mayumi Tanaka has shared her struggle to come to terms with the situation. In a 2022 interview, she disclosed that she questioned Eiichiro Oda about Ace’s destiny and emphasized how unjust it felt.

She said to Oda, “The way Luffy failed to rescue Ace was just heartless.” To this, Oda, the mastermind behind One Piece, confessed that he had planned Ace’s death from the very beginning of the series.

“From the start, I designed Ace’s character to be weakened so that Luffy could become even more powerful.”

Without a doubt, Ace’s memory has fueled my ambition to grow into the formidable force we see in One Piece today. As a boy, I’ve always dreamt big, and after losing Ace, I dedicated myself to training relentlessly. From Dressrosa to Wano and Egghead Island, you can see the results of my hard work. As the future King of Pirates, I am committed to protecting those dear to me. Although his absence is deeply felt, Ace’s legacy shines as brightly as daylight within One Piece.

Interested in delving deeper into Oda’s popular series? You can find it streaming across various platforms such as Netflix, Hulu, and Crunchyroll. For additional information about the show, here’s a brief overview of its plot:

In his childhood, Monkey D. Luffy was motivated to pursue a life as a pirate following the captivating stories about the pirate known as “Red-Haired” Shanks. However, Luffy’s destiny took an unexpected turn when he unintentionally consumed the Gum-Gum Devil Fruit, granting him the ability to stretch like elastic…at the price of no longer being able to swim. Years later, undeterred by this setback, Luffy embarked on his journey with a single goal: to become the king of pirates. Alone in a small boat, he ventured forth in pursuit of the fabled “One Piece,” rumored to be the world’s most valuable treasure.

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2024-08-14 18:40