10 One Piece Characters Too Wild for Live-Action Adaptation!

As an observer, I note that the vast Manga and Anime universe of ‘One Piece’ boasts numerous characters, some making fleeting appearances in a single scene. While it’s possible that these characters might grace our screens in the Netflix live-action series, there are certain ‘One Piece’ personalities who seem unlikely to receive the live-action treatment due to various factors. One character, in particular, was conspicuous by their absence in the first season, which suggests that their chances of appearing later on are rather slim.

It’s likely that Netflix would have a substantial budget requirement to animate several characters using CGI or practical effects, which is acceptable in regular situations. However, the live-action adaptation of “One Piece” could become significantly costlier as it delves deeper into the storyline. Since many of these characters are either minor or can be substituted without impacting the plot, their presence might not be essential.

A Scientific Experiment That Ate A Devil Fruit

Caesar Clown constructed Smiley on Punk Hazard by amassing and condensing the hazardous Hydrogen Sulfide gas that pervaded the island. Initially, Smiley was merely a heap of ordinary mucilage, yet Caesar employed Dr. Vegapunk’s injection technique to nourish it. This Zoan-type Devil Fruit animated the slime and granted it a salamander-like visage. Despite its colossal size, Smiley moved swiftly, and its corrosive exterior was lethal. It could instantly poison anyone due to its continuous emission of smoke or vapor, and it could launch large fragments of itself over great distances.

In simpler terms, it’s unlikely that the character “Smiley” will be featured in the live-action adaptation of “One Piece,” as incorporating Smiley into the show would significantly increase the special effects budget without adding much value. Since Smiley is a CGI creature, a live-action adaptation would already be quite expensive due to the need to depict Caesar’s Logia, Monet’s Logia, Smoker’s Logia, Luffy and Law’s Devil Fruits, among other elements of the Punk Hazard Arc. Given that Punk Hazard is supposed to be destroyed in the storyline, a less complex event like a laboratory explosion could effectively replace Smiley’s role without compromising the overall narrative.

A Rookie Pirate Who Admired Doflamingo, Bellamy Could Easily Be Left Out

In simpler terms, Bellamy is expected to make an appearance towards the end of the third season or the start of the fourth season in the live-action series, as his storyline (the Jaya Arc) unfolds right after the Arabasta Saga concludes. He’s a cocky pirate who challenges Luffy over his supposedly inflated bounty. Bellamy possesses the Spring-Spring Fruit, granting him the ability to transform parts of his body into springs for quick, leaping attacks, but he can only move in one direction at a time. Following the timeskip, he becomes proficient in using both Observation and Armament Haki.

In simpler terms, Bellamy and the Jaya Arc serve as a prelude to the Skypeia Arc, with Bellamy’s most significant impact being his defeat by Luffy. If the live-action adaptation of “One Piece” requires a villain for this part of the story, it might be beneficial to give Blackbeard more screen time since he interacts with Luffy in Jaya and confirms the existence of Skypeia. Later, Blackbeard attempts to capture Luffy. Although Bellamy appears in Dressrosa, his role is so minor that the story would not change significantly if he were removed entirely.

A Fish-Man Restaurateur Who Served On Multiple Pirate Crews Has Already Been Left Out

In the finale of Netflix’s first season of One Piece, the Arlong Park Arc wrapped up with Hatchi conspicuously absent. Unlike his former crewmates, Hatchi, a member of their group, deeply regretted his role in causing Nami and her village distress. As an octopus-human hybrid, Hatchi’s physical strength is significantly more potent than a human’s, and he excelled at the Six-Sword Style due to having six arms. Post-timeskip, he is renowned as the top swordsman on Fish-Man Island.

During the Sabaody Archipelago Arc, Hatchi plays a significant part. He’s the catalyst for Luffy’s punch against Saint Charlos of the Celestial Dragons at the slave auction. Later, he aids in protecting the Straw Hats’ ship during the timeskip. Hatchi undergoes one of the most impressive redemption arcs in One Piece, influencing the story greatly later on. Unfortunately, Netflix decided not to include him in the show due to technical difficulties in bringing him to life with practical effects, and CGI might have looked awkward. Since Hatchi was not present in the initial season, it’s highly unlikely that he will appear at Sabaody Archipelago as his redemption story is crucial, and without it, his addition would seem unnecessary.

Kawamatsu Became One Of Wano’s Best Swordsmen, But Is He Necessary In the Live-Action?

Kawamatsu is a unique individual hailing from Japan, who combines the roles of a puffer fish man, a highly respected sumo wrestler at the rank of yokuzuna, and a trusted member of Oden Kozuki’s Nine Red Scabbards. His extraordinary abilities extend beyond these titles, as he is proficient in using Observation Haki, Armament Haki, and the Kappa-ryu style of swordsmanship – a formidable fighting technique that leverages his augmented fish-man strength and sumo prowess. This versatile skillset allows him to overpower numerous adversaries with brute force. During the Onigashima Raid, he managed to draw blood from Kaido, an incredibly durable Yonko pirate with a formidable physical power.

If the live-action adaptation of “One Piece” progresses to the Wano Arc, it may become challenging to manage numerous characters and showcase multiple Devil Fruit abilities effectively. The Onigashima Raid might even set a record for the most expensive battle in television history. To cut costs and time, the producers could merge Kawamatsu’s character with Ashura Doji, another significant samurai from the Red Scabbards. Since Ashura is human, it would save on special effects. Given that Kawamatsu had spent seven years watching over Hiyori before being imprisoned for thirteen years, Ashura could be imprisoned as well, since he becomes a criminal following Oden’s death, making this adjustment logical.

A Pair Of Special Giants Who Work For Caesar Clown, They Are Forgettable

In the second installment of Netflix’s live-action adaptation of “One Piece,” we’ll encounter Dorry and Brogy, two mighty giants among many that will join the series. Future episodes may also introduce yetis, including Rock and Scotch, the Yeti Cool Brothers, who serve as antagonists to the Straw Hat Pirates under the employ of Caesar Clown. Notably, Rock is felled by an ice shard, while Scotch meets his end at the hands of Trafalgar D. Water Law.

The Yeti Cool Brothers might look stylish in the story, but they don’t affect its progression. They haven’t been seen or mentioned since their defeat, and it seems unlikely they will reappear. Instead, characters like Caesar Clown, Monet, and Virgo could be central to a live-action adaptation of the Punk Hazard Arc. There would also be plenty of minions to add action scenes. Since Punk Hazard is expensive to portray, there’s no need for the creators to introduce two characters who don’t contribute to the story.

The Former Vice Warden Of Impel Down’s Purpose Is Easily Filled By Another Character

Impel Down is an enormous underwater penitentiary that locks up the world’s most perilous pirates and criminals, and Luffy manages to sneak inside just before the Summit War commences to rescue Ace. Previously serving as Vice Warden at Impel Down, Hannyabal was elevated to Chief Warden after a major prison riot orchestrated by Luffy. Despite lacking both Devil Fruit powers and Haki, Hannyabal displayed impressive combat skills, effortlessly defeating Buggy and Galdino without receiving a single wound.

In a live-action adaptation, Magellan and his Venom-Venom Fruit could potentially pose a significant threat to Luffy. From a narrative standpoint, the Head Jailer Domino, Chief Guard Saldeath, and awakened Jailer Beasts might present greater challenges than Hannyabal does. Hannyabal’s intention to overthrow Magellan could provide some comic relief, but characters like Buggy and Galdino could handle that aspect in the live-action series. The Impel Down Arc is rich with practical effects, making it a sensible decision for the showrunners to invest resources into making characters such as Magellan, Emporio Ivankov, and Jinbe shine.

This Yonko Commander Lost His Status After Losing To Urouge

Charlotte Snack was Big Mom’s 44th child and before the Whole Cake Island storyline unfolded, he held a position as one of her top commanders. However, after facing defeat at the hands of Urouge, a member of the infamous Worst Generation, he lost

The character named Snack was barely important and ended up being just a secondary character. Although One Piece anime included a battle between him and Judge Vinsmoke, it didn’t make much of an impact. It would be unnecessary for the creators of the live-action series to find an actor for Charlotte Snack unless they intend to show his fight with Urouge. However, even if they did, creating a scene featuring such a battle wouldn’t matter since Urouge doesn’t have a significant role in the Whole Cake Island storyline.

A Former Yonko Commander With A Strange Devil Fruit Isn’t Significant Enough To Justify The Effects

The Marineford Saga is renowned due to its central theme, the Summit War. In this conflict, the Whitebeard Pirates, along with their allies, clashed with the Marines in an attempt to prevent Ace’s execution. The conclusion of this war marked a seismic shift in global power dynamics that has lasted eternally. Among the mighty Whitebeard Pirates, Blamenco commanded the 6th division, demonstrating his strength through his possession of a colossal hammer capable of simultaneously subduing numerous adversaries.

I witnessed Blamenco, an apparently insignificant character, devour the peculiar Pocket-Pocket Fruit, granting him extraordinary storage capabilities for a variety of items. However, during the Summit War, Blamenco, who might be a high-ranking Yonko Commander, seemed to contribute little more than occasional hammer swings, leaving me wondering about his true purpose.

If the live-action adaptation of One Piece decides to tackle the Summit War, it could potentially become the most costly season in television history. Given Blamenco’s seemingly forgettable presence and the unremarkable nature of his Devil Fruit, it’s challenging not to question whether it would be a wise investment for Netflix to bring him to life on screen.

A Talking Starfish Who Owns A Fashion Line Is Pretty Insiginifanct

Pappag encounters Luffy and the Straw Hat crew on the Sabaody Islands, where his tale shares some common ground with Hatchi’s. There is a possibility that he could be Hatchi’s friend or Camie’s mentor/pet, but it’s important to note that Pappag isn’t a central figure in the storyline. In contrast, Camie plays a significant role in the Sabaody Archipelago Arc, and even though Pappag might not be part of the live-action adaptation, she could still be put up for auction as a slave.

Apart from sounding like a human, Pappag doesn’t possess any unique talents. There’s a recurring joke about him being overlooked, but his minimal humor shouldn’t warrant inclusion in the Netflix series. If Pappag were to be a fully computer-generated character, it could work if the aim was to make him the live-action adaptation’s lovable mascot. However, Chopper the reindeer already holds that position, so incorporating Pappag would seem unnecessary and costly.

A Multi-Armed Fish-Man Who Specialized In Spear-Based Combat May Be Hard To Believably Replicate

In the Fish-Man Island Saga, the New Fish-Man Pirates serve as the primary adversaries. Their role is significant as they provide a means to demonstrate the growth and enhanced strength of the Straw Hat crew post the timeskip. The confrontation between these pirates and Luffy offers insight into the full extent of his power. Among Hody’s subordinates, Ikaros, a colossal squid fish-man, stands out as a formidable foe despite lacking Haki or possessing a Devil Fruit. His prodigious fish-man strength makes him a challenging adversary nonetheless.

Ikaros, a character from One Piece, has four powerful arms and can carry eight spears tipped with squid-like appendages. If Hatchi isn’t part of the live-action series, it might seem unlikely that Ikaros will be included as well. Both characters face similar potential problems in terms of screen time, but Ikaros’s extra pair of arms could make his portrayal more challenging. Some argue that Ikaros is less essential to the New Fish-Man Pirates, so his absence may not be noticeable.

2025-07-05 01:10