Meet the Shyest Characters in One Piece: Their Hidden Strengths Revealed!

Summary

Chopper’s confidence grows with compliments, despite his initial shyness.
Napoleon appears tough but is actually shy, gaining confidence only around Big Mom.
Killer, Bepo, Koby, Pudding, and Shirahoshi all struggle with shyness and confidence.

In the world of One Piece, not all characters exhibit the boisterousness, exuberance, and brashness that Monkey D. Luffy does. Despite the abundance of lively personalities, such as Robin and Zoro who may appear reserved at times, there are others who can be classified as shy due to their timidity and vulnerability in challenging situations. Even though these characters possess a kind heart and strive to overcome their hesitancy, this characteristic has become endearing to fans, although it may vary for different individuals.

Characters from the series “One Piece” are typically depicted as warriors or rulers of a kingdom, but being reserved might not be suitable for these roles. However, with Luffy’s assistance, many of these characters gradually overcome their shy demeanor and take action when necessary. These are the “One Piece” characters who are recognized for their timid personalities, which have been consistently portrayed throughout the storyline.

8. Tony Tony Chopper

Even A Single Compliment Will Have Chopper’s Confidence Boosted For Days On End

First Appearance: Episode 81

It might seem surprising now, given how chatty Chopper is on the Sunny, but when he first joined the crew, he wasn’t much of a talker. In fact, he was quite reserved and shy. This is understandable since he was leaving his hometown and long-time friend to become a pirate, an unexpected change that occurred during a chance encounter.

Ever since I’ve been sailing with the Straw Hats, my self-assurance has been blossoming, although I must admit, I’m still the timid one among my friends when it comes to engaging with strangers. Interestingly enough, even a casual compliment from an unfamiliar face can give Chopper a significant confidence boost – maybe our dear reindeer friend needs to embrace his importance a little more as the Straw Hats’ dedicated doctor.

7. Napoleon

Napoleon Only Acts All Tough When Big Mom Is On His Side

First Appearance: Episode 786

Among Big Mom’s possessions, Napoleon is a unique item imbued with a soul. While it typically functions as a hat on her head, it can transform into a massive sword at a moment’s notice. Throughout the Whole Cake Island arc, Napoleon showcases an aggressive demeanor, frequently boasting about his fondness for attacking opponents and watching them struggle. However, during the events in Wano, when Big Mom experiences amnesia, Napoleon suddenly falls silent without explanation.

During our entire voyage, he remained silent until finally admitting his true nature: he’s quite shy. In essence, being near Big Mom seems to provide him with a false sense of self-assurance. It was surprising to hear Napoleon confess this, given his behavior not too long ago, but it does make sense considering that he owes his life to Big Mom.

6. Pica

Pica’s High-Pitched Voice Has Made Him A Fairly Sensitive Pirate

First Appearance: Episode 683

Initially, it might seem unexpected for a towering, muscular figure like Pica to be timid; however, his voice is the source of his insecurity. As Zoro and Luffy discover during their encounter with him in the Dressrosa Arc, Pica has an unusually high-pitched voice. When Luffy makes fun of it in a rude manner, Pica becomes flustered and even distressed.

Throughout most of the storyline, he appears to be rather reserved and quiet. It’s likely that this trait is significant. Pica serves as an example that one should not judge by appearances alone; he might have been portrayed as boisterous and clumsy, but Oda chose to give this Donquixote pirate a more intricate character instead.

5. Killer

Killer Always Tries To Hide His Face And Avoids Speaking If He Can Help It

First Appearance: Episode 392

Despite being eager to fight and dispose of anyone who challenges Kid, this formidable associate appears somewhat timid and lacking self-assurance outside of battle. Throughout the series, Killer has been relatively quiet, considering his high rank within the crew, and he used to conceal his face until the events of Wano. However, when compelled to consume a SMILE fruit, his mask was also taken off simultaneously.

Due to the influence of the SMILE fruit, Killer could only giggle, and this incident has undoubtedly been his most mortifying experience yet. Given that Killer is an introverted individual who typically shuns the limelight, having a public fit of uncontrollable laughter isn’t something he will easily forget or brush aside anytime soon.

4. Bepo

Law’s Right-Hand Bear Is Easily Embarrassed And Not Much Of A Talker

First Appearance: Episode 392

Without question, Bepo has the ability to stand his ground in combat due to his unique kung-fu fighting style, but he’s also a character who blushes easily and tends to seek cover behind Law. This timid side of Bepo is what makes his true power, particularly his Sulong form, so surprising when it’s unleashed, as Bepo transforms into an aggressive beast in this state, starkly contrasting with his usual demeanor.

When Bepo is his usual self, he appears rather reserved and seems to lack self-assurance. In fact, he would often express apologies when people pointed out that he’s a talking bear, which, given the realm of One Piece, shouldn’t have been particularly surprising.

3. Koby

From Shy And Timid Cabin Boy To Confident Marine, Koby Has Come A Very Long Way

First Appearance: Episode 1

In the current narrative, Koby’s shyness has significantly diminished compared to before, but occasionally, glimpses of his former self reappear. Before joining the Marines, Koby was a shy, uncertain child who often relied on Luffy to accomplish tasks. However, his ambition to become a Marine eventually brought him under Garp’s tutelage, transforming his timidity into courage and resolve as he learned to channel his energies into strength and determination.

Being in the SWORD organization only reinforces Koby’s inclination towards solitude and seclusion, demonstrating that his timid nature persists. However, it’s clear that if he hadn’t joined Garp at the time he did, Koby might have never overcome his shyness.

2. Charlotte Pudding

Pudding Tries To Put On A Facade To Hide Her True Emotions

First Appearance: Episode 571

As I watch Pudding unfold before my eyes, it’s as if I’m witnessing a chameleon change its skin. From what spectators believe to be the true Pudding, a bitter and vindictive bride-to-be, she transforms into a timid, self-conscious character who treads carefully, fearful of making a mistake. The reality is, beneath her layers, Pudding grapples with confidence problems stemming from her tumultuous childhood, where she was taunted by the other Big Mom children because of her Third Eye.

Pudding, who was mainly utilized by Big Mom to decipher the Poneglyphs, found herself distancing from others. This isolation became apparent following her and Snaji’s escape from the wedding ceremony on Whole Cake Island. Despite moments where Pudding might reveal something she’s too timid to acknowledge, she possesses a unique power granted by her Devil Fruit – the ability to erase memories from others’ minds, an example being her actions towards Sanji.

1. Shirahoshi

Shirahoshi Is A Closed-Off Bundle Of Emotions When Luffy First Meets Her

First Appearance: Episode 531

Despite being the princess of Fishman Island, Shirahoshi doesn’t typically behave like one might expect. By the point when Luffy encounters her after the crew sets sail to Fishman Island, Shirahoshi had been confined in her tower for a whole decade. As you can imagine, this prolonged isolation made her quite apprehensive and fearful of anything new, especially a small, elastic pirate captain like Luffy.

At first, Shirahoshi was very fearful of Luffy and didn’t want much to do with him. However, when Luffy shared his admiration for the world beyond the tower and defeated Hody Jones, Shirahoshi began to trust him more and grew in self-assurance. She even found the strength to attend the Reverie, although it was obvious she wasn’t yet fully at ease around others.

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