Discover the revelations from the newly-released SBS of One Piece Volume 108, including Dracule Mihawk's mysterious past, Roger's beloved sword Ace personified, and more.
Unveiling Secrets from One Piece Volume 108's SBS
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One Piece fans are eagerly anticipating the release of volume 108, titled 'Better Off Dead in This World,' which is set to hit shelves in Japan on March 4, 2024. Along with the new volume comes the highly anticipated SBS question corner, where author Eiichiro Oda delves into topics that haven't been covered in the manga. In this article, we will explore the revelations unveiled in the newly-released SBS of volume 108.
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Dracule Mihawk's Mysterious Past
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Dracule Mihawk, known as the World's Strongest Swordsman, has always been shrouded in mystery. In the SBS, Oda reveals that Mihawk's former moniker, 'Marine Hunter,' is linked to a major betrayal he experienced. This betrayal led Mihawk to become a loner who doesn't trust others, similar to Crocodile. Oda explains that Mihawk's past experiences made him disillusioned and weary of life. To live in peace and avoid the Marines, Mihawk accepted the role of Warlord and later used Buggy as a facade leader for the Cross Guild organization he created with Crocodile.
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Roger's Beloved Sword Ace Personified
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Gol D. Roger, the legendary King of Pirates, wielded a powerful sword named Ace. In the SBS, Oda fulfills a fan's request to draw Ace personified as a human. Ace is depicted as a bald man with an 'A' tattooed on his deltoid, wearing a tank top, sunglasses, and a handguard as a hat. Oda describes Ace as Roger's beloved sword, comparing it to Enma and Ame no Habakiri, which were cherished swords of Oden.
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The Quirky Features of 'Big News' Morgans
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Morgans, the president of the World Economic Newspaper, is a tall humanoid bird with small eyes and a large beak. Oda clarifies that Morgans is not a member of the Mink Race, which consists only of mammalian humanoids. Instead, Morgans has the ability to transform into an albatross using the Bird-Bird Fruit Model: Albatross, a Zoan Devil Fruit.
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Vice Admiral Hototogisu
One of Tsuru's subordinates, Vice Admiral Hototogisu, is revealed to be a high-ranking female officer in her own right. She scolds Garp for prioritizing the survival of the young, emphasizing that all lives are equal. Hototogisu has accompanied Tsuru on various missions, as seen in Trafalgar Law's flashback and during the Dressrosa Arc.
Ivankov's Missed Opportunity
Emporio Ivankov, a member of the Revolutionary Army, once had the chance to obtain the Fish-Fish Fruit Model: Azure Dragon. However, Charlotte Linlin, then a member of the Rocks Pirates, took the Mythical Zoan fruit from Ivankov and later gave it to Kaido. In response to a fan's request, Oda comically illustrates how Ivankov would look if he had consumed the Azure Dragon fruit.
Shanks' Admirer
A young woman named Linaria, who idolizes 'Red Hair' Shanks, is introduced. Shanks saved her life when she was a child, inspiring her to become a pirate. Linaria gained the nickname 'Kindled' due to her habit of igniting things.
Additional Revelations
The SBS also provides some minor details, such as the name of the Cross Guild's ship, 'Big Top Blaster,' and the hobbies of the Marines in the SWORD unit. It is revealed that the Giants who helped Saul protect the books of the Ohara scholars were Gerth, Goldberg, and Hajrudin. The SBS also sheds light on the hairstyles of Saint Figarland Garling, Kuma's bear ear-like protrusions, and the Four Head Chefs who serve the Marine Headquarters.
Conclusion
As volume 108 of One Piece approaches its release, fans can look forward to uncovering more secrets and enjoying the thrilling adventures that await in the world of One Piece.
