Description of potential mutineers in the Marine Corps

Key Takeaways

• Covey's loyalty to the justice of the Marine Corps hierarchy may lead him to rebel against the corrupt system.
• Kizaru's friendship with Vegapunk and corrupt Celestial Dragons may lead him to betray the Marines.
• Characters like Smoker, Tashigi, Fujitora, and Garp prioritize justice over blind loyalty to the oppressive Marine system.

marine corps one piece In the series, it is depicted as a symbol of justice on the sea. The Marines operate under orders from a world government, and must follow orders without question. However, like many people, some of these Marines have beliefs and principles that guide their way of life. In this context, some Marines follow orders without question, while others grapple with the stark contradiction between their sense of justice and the actions of the government they serve. in one pieceThis internal conflict has created a small group of people who may one day rebel against the very system they swore to uphold.

kobe

the future of the ocean

Kobe was a timid boy at the beginning of the series, but he became stronger when he decided to join the Marine Corps, and his unwavering beliefs made him a hero of the Marine Corps. His respect for pirates such as Luffy and Vice Admiral Garp demonstrate his belief in protecting the weak and standing up to oppression, and these values ​​sometimes clash with the dark side of the Marine Corps. For example, during the Marineford War, Covey confronts Akainu and pleads with him to stop the senseless bloodshed. This rebellious act, although brave, could have cost him his life.

This shows that Kobe's loyalty is not to the hierarchy of the Marine Corps, but to justice itself.

Moreover, the higher Covey rises in rank, the more exposed he is to the moral corruption at the heart of the Marine system. Marines serve a tyrannical Celestial Dragon, and Kobe, who values ​​fairness and compassion, will no doubt try to reconcile his beliefs with the reality of working under such a corrupt system. If Covey is ordered to execute an order that directly harms innocent people, something the Marine Corps does countless times to maintain the status quo. How long will it take for him to question whether he is fighting for the right side?

Admiral Kizaru

admiral wright

For most of the series, Kizaru was portrayed as a laid-back character who did not display Akainu's blind loyalty to “absolute justice” or Fujitora's moral resolve. Instead, Kizaru's actions often feel detached, as if he's following orders because it's the easiest path.

How can Kizaru be pressured to betray the Marines?

• Vegapunk's Weight of Death

Kizaru viewed Vegapunk as more than a colleague, and his death could be the catalyst that raises the Admiral's doubts about supporting the Marine Corps in the future. The fact that Vegapunk has become a target of the very organization he helped build highlights the ruthless and selfish nature of the world government. After witnessing these atrocities on Egghead, Kizaru may begin to question whether his loyalty is truly worthy. In other words, losing a good friend like Vegapunk, who even cried, may cause Kizaru to reevaluate his role in the Marine Corps. If he blames the organization responsible for this loss, it could drive a wedge between him and his loyalties.

• Celestial Dragon's Influence

The Marines' subjugation to the Celestial Dragons has always been a point of contention for morally upright Marines like Fujitora and Garp. Kizaru remains indifferent, but he may be pressured to step down when he sees their corruption harming someone he respects. The fact that one of the Five Elders, Saint Jaygarcia Saturn, is present in Egghead to force his hand may cause him to reevaluate his position on why they are qualified to direct the affairs of the world.

Kizaru and Aokiji share the same history, and Aokiji's defection and battle with Akainu, who lost trust in the Marines, could have inspired Kizaru to consider his own path. After all, Aokiji's moral conundrum has been a long time in the making. Aokiji helps little Robin escape the destruction of O'Hara, but he must also kill his giant friend Saul. This means that Aokiji defected from the Marine Corps not only because of the shame of losing to Akainu, but because he was closer to finding his own path. The scale could change if Aokiji reaches out to Kizaru, leveraging their shared experience.

as one piece As the final battle that will determine the fate of the world approaches, the Marine Corps may be torn apart by the pressures of ideological divisions. Even Vegapunk's announcement that the world would sink had already turned the world upside down. Additionally, if the identity of Imu, the true evil claiming the empty throne, is revealed, discord will arise within the Marine Corps. Kizaru, who already has issues to resolve due to Vegapunk's death, may give up on the organization entirely, or even oppose it, due to a conflict between duty and personal beliefs.

Smoker and ride

Marine Maverick Duo

Smoker's definition is personal and practical. Because he fights for what is right, not what he is told to do. Additionally, Tashigi, who admires Smoker, also has the same principles as her mentor. The pair's principles were clearly evident in Alabasta when they decided not to report the Straw Hat Pirates after helping save the kingdom from a crocodile. They recognized that the official narrative of the World Government was a lie to protect its reputation. Smoker stayed true to the truth rather than participating in the deception, and was not impressed by the decision when promoting it.

Likewise, in Punk Hazard, the two teamed up with the Straw Hats to uncover Caesar Clown's crimes and expose the horrors of SAD's creation. They place the safety of innocent people above their duties as Marines and have shown once again that their loyalty lies with justice, not institutions. So how can a sense of justice be maintained in an organization where betrayal is frequent? Smoker and Tashigi realize that the world's governments prioritize power and control over protecting the innocent. But they remain part of the system and hope to change it from within. But even the most patient people have their limits, which begs the question: How long can they endure the Marine Corps' oppressive system? They already know that not all pirates are evil like the Straw Hats, just as not all marines are good. This nuanced perspective sets the two Marines apart from maverick figures like Akainu, making it more likely that their loyalties will be questioned in the long run.

Fujitora

man of balance

From the moment Fujitora was introduced, it was clear that his definition of justice was unlike anything the Marines had seen before. He despises oppression and values ​​fairness and humanity above all else. In the Dressrosa episode, the admiral witnessed the evil deeds committed by Doflamingo under the protection of the Seven Fathers. Instead of covering up the World Government's failures, Fujitora publicly apologized to King Riku and the people of Dressrosa for the Marines' role in bringing Doflamingo to power. This act of humility was unprecedented, and it earned him the wrath of Fleet Admiral Akainu, who reprimanded him for tarnishing the Marine Corps' reputation.

Moreover, this also means that the truth is more important to Fujitora than appearances. He has no patience for the maritime culture of silence and concealment. Additionally, the events that occurred in the Reverie of Mariejois put Fujitora in a moral dilemma and the hypocrisy of the world's governments. Because the Celestial Dragons represent the epitome of unbridled power and oppression, Fujitora's values ​​fundamentally contradict their very existence. So his willingness to fight Greenbull at Mariejois suggests he is reaching his breaking point. If Fujitora learns that the government he serves is the source of all evil, in this case the Imu, he may sever ties with the Marines entirely. Because Fujitora has no desire for power or recognition, but only a desire to create a fairer and more just world, his betrayal will be driven by principle rather than ambition.

Monkey D. Garp

fist of justice

Garp has always prioritized protecting people over blindly obeying orders. Unlike many Marines, Garp is not interested in titles, politics, or appeasing world governments. He sees the Marine Corps as a means to maintain peace and protect the innocent. Although the God Valley Incident still remains a mystery, it is likely that the alliance with Pirate King Gol D. Roger was intended to protect the people from a greater evil. Additionally, Garp repeatedly refused promotion to Admiral because it would have required him to directly enforce the will of the Celestial Dragons. This choice shows his disdain for the upper sects of the world government.

Moreover, Garp's family relationships are bound to become a major cause of his internal conflict in the future. As the grandfather of pirate Monkey D. Luffy and father of revolutionary leader Monkey D. Dragon, Garp will likely be torn between his role as a Marine and his love for his family. He had already lost his son, Portgas D. Ace, in the Marineford War, where he did nothing but watch him die. In this context, Garp probably wouldn't watch in despair as the world government executes Luffy or Dragon. Especially when they are fighting for a true and just world.