One of the Saddest Backstories Almost Never Made it Into One Piece Had it Not Been for Eiichiro Oda’s Editor
Eiichiro Oda is without a doubt one of the most creative minds of our century. One Piece, for many fans now, isn’t just peak fiction but one of the greatest stories told in modern media. Not to mention, Oda’s popular series is also the highest-selling manga of all time, with over 500 million mangas sold worldwide.
Sure, the whole plot of One Piece is a fun narrative to begin with. However, it wouldn’t have been as popular if not for the amazing characters that Oda had written for his manga. But among all those characters, there are a few who just happen to stand out, and for all the right reasons. However, it was recently revealed that the backstories of one of the Characters fans absolutely love barely made it into One Piece.
Eiichiro Oda’s editor revealed to be the reason for Senor Pink’s backstory being added to One Piece
Senor Pink is arguably the most well-written character in the Dressrosa Arc of One Piece. An officer of the Donquixote Pirates, Senor Pink, is one of the strongest members of Do Flamingo’s crew. However, it was hard to take him seriously, at least at the start of the series, given his bizarre choice of outfit.
But after watching Senor Pink’s heartbreaking backstory, it would certainly be safe to bet that even a hardened criminal would shed a tear or two. Wearing Dark Aviator sunglasses with a baby costume, Senor Pink is one of the few people who could actually pull it off and even surround himself with loads of women.
Oda certainly is one of the few people who could write a character about a man in a baby costume and make fans fall in love with the character. And all the fans have to thank the editor of Eiichiro Oda for getting touched hearing the story which eventually led him to draw the backstory of Senor Pink.
Oda hadn’t planned to draw Señor Pink’s backstory, but when Oda saw his editor was so moved by hearing about his past in the meeting, he decided to include it in the chapter. And the chapter became popular with fans according to Oda. (2015) pic.twitter.com/Bwx1fqRZ2j
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For the people who haven’t watched One Piece or are yet to reach the Dressrosa Arc in Eiichiro Oda’s work of art, here are some reasons why Senor Pink could be the most loved Villain in the One Piece franchise.
Why Senor Pink is one of Eiichiro Oda’s best-written characters
A Love Story Gone Wrong: Senor Pink’s backstory reveals a man driven by a deep, unwavering love. Married to a woman named Russian, he kept his pirate life a secret to protect her. Tragedy struck when their son fell ill and passed away. Russian, once finding out Senor Pink’s secret, ventures out alone and is met with an accident. This eventually leaves Senor Pink’s love in a vegetative state.
A Glimpse of Humanity in a Ruthless World: Even as a villain, Senor Pink’s loyalty and compassion shine through. He cares a great deal for his crewmates, treating them as if they were his own family and his fighting style prioritizes defense, as it also shows his protective nature. Senor Pink creates a blunt disparity in the cutthroat nature of most villains in One Piece, which makes him a surprisingly captivating character.
A Lifetime of Regret: Senor Pink blames himself for his wife’s condition. Unable to express his grief openly, he channels it into flamboyancy and bluster, creating a persona that masks his pain. The baby clothes he wears aren’t a fashion statement, they’re a constant reminder of his lost son and a desperate attempt to connect with his ailing wife. His tragic past and his love for his ill wife and late son humanizes him and, weirdly, makes him a symbol of love and loss in a world of pirates and marines.
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