Monkey D. Garp
Hero of the Marines
Luffy's grandfather and a legendary hero in the Marines renowned for his valor. A prominent figure with powerful combat abilities and a burning sense of justice.
Quotes
- I am the hero of the Marines!
- You're a pirate, I won't forgive you!
- Luffy, someday you'll become a fine Pirate King!
- Mercy is forbidden in the Marines!
- Take this fist!
Trivia
- From childhood, lifted huge iron balls with bare hands.
- Sometimes scolds his grandson Luffy, but his affection is deep.
- Once had an even match with Whitebeard.
- Very fond of alcohol and drinks often.
- Always carries cigarettes.
Alternate names
Grandpa Garp
Marine Hero
Legendary Hero
Vice Admiral Garp
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Sturdy muscular build. Short hair mixed with white and thick eyebrows are characteristic features, with a stern expression always visible. Usually wears a Marine uniform.
- Height
- Approximately 190cm
- Eye color
- Black
- Hair color
- Silver
- Distinguishing features
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- Large jaw
- Short white hair
- Thick eyebrows
- Numerous scars
- Iconic items
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- Marine Uniform
- Wristwatch
- Marine Cap
- Cigarettes
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Hot-blooded
- Detailed personality
- Very friendly and sentimental. Strict with his grandson Luffy but showers him with deep affection. Deeply loyal to duty and friendship, with a strong sense of justice.
- Keywords
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- Brave
- Loyal
- Boisterous
- Hot-blooded
- Stubborn
- Compassionate
- Motto
- Draw your sword for justice
- Talents
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- Overwhelming arm strength
- Exceptional combat skills
- High Marine strategy insight
- Quick judgment
- Skills
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- Pummeling combat
- Torture techniques
- Troop command
- Winning hearts
- Motivation
- Wishes for maintaining world peace and Luffy's growth
- Habits
- Often scolds his grandson Luffy but is worrisome and secretly cheers for him
- Favorite foods
- Beef, Alcohol, Tobacco
- Hobbies
- Watching over grandson, Marine activities
History
- Backstory
- Formerly a Marine Vice Admiral in the East Blue, a legendary figure who fought fierce battles with the Whitebeard Pirates. From a young age, with his robust body and spirit, he won many battles and is revered as a hero within the Marines. Has complex family relations with his former pirate son and grandson Luffy.
- Debut date
- July 22, 1997
- Work title
- One Piece
- Media type
- Manga
- Episode or chapter
- Chapter 43
Summit War of Marineford
- Significant event
- Summit War of Marineford
- Description
- Participated in the large-scale battle between Whitebeard and the Marines. Took action to help grandson Luffy and others.
Conflict with Luffy
- Significant event
- Conflict with Luffy
- Description
- Rebukes his grandson Luffy as a pirate, but deep down cares for him deeply.
Achievements as a Marine Hero
- Significant event
- Achievements as a Marine Hero
- Description
- Established fame within the Marines through numerous legendary captures and battles.
Relationships
Monkey D. Dragon
Child
Son. Leader of the Revolutionary Army and in opposition to the Marines.
Monkey D. Luffy
Grandparent
Grandson. A pirate, yet showers him with affection. Sometimes treats him strictly.
Marines
Marines: leader
Media appearances
One Piece
Manga / Supporting
Serialization started in 1997
One Piece
Anime / Supporting
TV anime started in 1999
One Piece Movies
Movie / Supporting
Appears in multiple films
Voice cast and creators
Akio Ōtsuka
- Voice actor
- Akio Ōtsuka
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV Anime version
Norio Wakamoto
- Voice actor
- Norio Wakamoto
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Theatrical version
Eiichiro Oda
- Creator name
- Eiichiro Oda
- Role
- Original author
Eiichiro Oda
- Creator name
- Eiichiro Oda
- Role
- Character designer
Related goods
Monkey D. Garp Figure
- Item name
- Monkey D. Garp Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Garp Marine Uniform Costume
- Item name
- Garp Marine Uniform Costume
- Category
- Apparel
- Availability
- Limited