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Blackbeard

Captain of the Blackbeard Pirates and former Warlord of the Sea. An unconventional powerhouse pirate who wields two Devil Fruit powers. Aiming to become the Pirate King, he shakes the world with his ruthless schemes and appearance.

Quotes

  • Once you've chosen to become the Pirate King, no means are off-limits
  • Powers aren't strong just because they're powerful. The one who can master them is strong
  • Pirates who defy me die
  • Failure means death. Don't underestimate me
  • People's dreams never end!

Trivia

  • The only person who can eat two Devil Fruits.
  • Said to have a unique constitution where he has never slept since birth.
  • Blackbeard's laughter is unique like 'Zehaha' or 'Zehihi'.
  • Formerly 2nd division commander of the Whitebeard Pirates, killed Thatch and deserted.
  • Has a tattoo on his arm that looks like a missing Blackbeard.
  • His appearance changed dramatically around age 23.

Alternate names

Blackbeard Blackbeard Pirates Captain Captain Blackbeard

Tags

Pirate Yonko Shichibukai Blackbeard Devil Fruit Supernova Ability User Ambition

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
August 3

Appearance

Overall appearance
A tall giant with gapped teeth and a beer barrel-like belly. Wears an orange fur coat or black coat, and occasionally dons sunglasses. His chin beard is notably long.
Height
Approximately 344cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Gapped teeth
  • Long black chin beard
  • Beer barrel-like belly
  • Orange fur coat
Iconic items
  • Beer barrel belly
  • Orange fur coat
  • Sunglasses
  • Pistols

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Ruthless
Detailed personality
Harbors ambition to become the Pirate King, spares no means to achieve his goals, and possesses a cunning and cold-hearted personality. Extremely ambitious and calculating, with charisma. Shows no mercy to enemies and is strict with his crew, but maintains strong bonds with them. A realist who acts strategically for his ambitions.
Keywords
  • Ambitious
  • Cold-hearted
  • Schemer
  • Charismatic
  • Calculating
  • Ruthless
  • Greedy
  • Bold
Motto
I will become the Pirate King!
Talents
  • Devil Fruit user (Yami Yami no Mi, Gura Gura no Mi)
  • Exceptional strategic insight
  • Charisma that draws people in
  • Tough physique
  • Unique constitution that can handle two Devil Fruits
Skills
  • Armament Haki
  • Observation Haki
  • Close-quarters combat
  • Devil Fruit ability nullification
  • Violent negotiation
  • Pirate crew leadership
Motivation
To become the Pirate King. Domination of the world and complete mastery of powers.
Habits
Laughter is 'Zehahaha' or 'Zehihihi'. Loves gambling and continues activities without sleeping.
Favorite foods
Cherry pie, Kebab
Hobbies
Gambling, Historical research

History

Backstory
Once an orphan on a certain island. Joined the Whitebeard Pirates, acquired the Yami Yami no Mi and deserted, then formed the Blackbeard Pirates himself. Defeated Whitebeard in the Summit War, stole the Gura Gura no Mi power from his corpse, and rose to Yonko status alone. Leading his two powers and a band of monsters, he is conquering the seas of the New World.
Debut date
July 22, 1997
Work title
ONE PIECE
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
Chapter 1

Summit War Participation

Significant event
Summit War Participation
Description
Aimed to defeat Whitebeard, gathered prisoners from Impel Down Level 6, and intruded into the Marineford Summit War.

Stealing Whitebeard's Devil Fruit

Significant event
Stealing Whitebeard's Devil Fruit
Description
Stole the Gura Gura no Mi power from Whitebeard's corpse, becoming a user of two Devil Fruits.

Ascension to Yonko

Significant event
Ascension to Yonko
Description
After the Marineford chaos, expanded his forces and was counted among the Yonko.

Dressrosa Duel

Significant event
Dressrosa Duel
Description
Sent subordinates to obtain Ace's Mera Mera no Mi power, indirectly clashing with Luffy and others.

Alliance with Beasts Pirates

Significant event
Alliance with Beasts Pirates
Description
In the Wano Country arc, allied with Kaido's crew to target the 'Road Poneglyph'.

Relationships

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Shiryu

Teammate

Was rescued by Blackbeard during the escape from Impel Down.

Jesus Burgess

Teammate

Captain and helmsman of the first ship of the Blackbeard Pirates.

Lafitte

Teammate

Navigator of the fifth ship of the Blackbeard Pirates. Uses hypnosis.

Van Augur

Teammate

Captain and sniper of the third ship of the Blackbeard Pirates.

Shiryu

Teammate

Captain of the second ship. Former Impel Down head jailer.

Blackbeard Pirates

Blackbeard Pirates: leader

Media appearances

ONE PIECE

Manga / Protagonist

Serialization began in 1997

ONE PIECE

Anime / Protagonist

TV series in 1999

ONE PIECE FILM Z

Movie / Supporting

2012 theatrical release

Voice cast and creators

Akio Otsuka

Voice actor
Akio Otsuka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version

Fuku Sachio Ochiai

Voice actor
Fuku Sachio Ochiai
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime young version

Ryuzaburo Ohtomo

Voice actor
Ryuzaburo Ohtomo
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime later period

Eiichiro Oda

Creator name
Eiichiro Oda
Role
Original author

Related goods

Blackbeard Figure

Item name
Blackbeard Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Blackbeard Pirates T-Shirt

Item name
Blackbeard Pirates T-Shirt
Category
Apparel
Availability
Regular

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