The Secret Truth About One Piece’s Mysterious Bogard Revealed!

This article contains slight spoilers for One Piece’s Final Saga.

Summary

Background character Bogard in One Piece is loved by fans despite minimal appearances and contributions to the plot.
Bogard served as Garp’s second in command, participated in key events, and may have a future role in the rescue mission.
Fans hope Bogard will shine in the series’ Final Saga, but with limited spotlight for minor characters, expectations should be tempered.

In the expansive saga of One Piece, lesser-known characters play significant roles in shaping the series’ community. While they aren’t central to the narrative, their presence resonates with fans, sparking frequent conversations about them, even though there isn’t much to discuss. Consequently, it may seem that these characters are crucial to the plot, but in truth, their contributions are minimal. However, their limited impact on the story has left a lasting impression on the fanbase.

In a surprisingly minor aspect of the expansive series, there’s one character, Bogard from the Marines, who fits this description. He speaks very little throughout the storyline, making him a rather obscure figure among the cast. However, fans often show great enthusiasm whenever he appears on screen, viewing him as a hidden gem. As One Piece approaches its conclusion, some devoted followers are keeping their fingers crossed that Bogard will finally have his time in the spotlight, perhaps playing a significant role in the rescue mission for Monkey D. Garp.

Who Is The Marine Bogard?

Garp’s Right-Hand Man And A Background Character

In the majority of the narrative of “One Piece”, Bogard has primarily served as the deputy to Vice Admiral Monkey D. Garp, a prominent figure in the Navy and Luffy’s grandfather. His character tends to be serious and reserved, typically preferring to watch from the sidelines rather than taking center stage in most scenes. Moreover, despite his significant position as Garp’s second-in-command, Bogard is not a frequent character in the series, and when he does appear, his actions are usually minimal.

Title Story: Garp’s Laughter and the Diligent Youth – Highlighting Bogard’s Coaching of Koby and Helmeppo

Garp’s Hearty Laugh and the Industrious Youngsters – Focus on Bogard’s Mentoring of Koby and Helmeppo

Or, another possibility:

Title Story: The Jovial Garp and His Dedicated Aides – Exploring Bogard’s Guidance of Koby and Helmeppo

In each case, the main idea is to present a feature story about the character “Bogard” training his young assistants “Koby” and “Helmeppo,” while also conveying the cheerful nature of the lead character, “Garp.

Regarding his physical characteristics, Bogard stands tall with cropped hair and typically carries a serious expression. What makes him stand out among Navy Officers is his consistent attire – a fedora and dark suit. Furthermore, it’s speculated that his appearance and name might draw inspiration from the actor Humphrey Bogart, who was known for donning a fedora in many of his films.

What Has Bogard Done Throughout The Story?

He Participated In The God Valley Incident And Hachinosu Raid

Bogard Fights As A Part Of Garps Group
He Seems To Be A Strong Swordsman

To date, not much is disclosed about Bogard’s past, but we do know that he has collaborated with Monkey D. Garp extensively over an extended period. The first recorded instance of Bogard in the One Piece chronology is during the God Valley incident where he battled alongside Garp. Since this event occurred 38 years prior to the story’s commencement, it can be surmised that their partnership goes way back. Later on, Bogard was also depicted with Garp when he declined his promotion to Marine Admiral.

In the narrative of “One Piece”, Bogard was initially introduced in the Diary of Koby-Meppo, which is part of the Cover Story. Here, he first appeared while assisting Captain Morgan with transportation. He demonstrated impressive swordsmanship skills during this task, swiftly slicing Koby’s guns into fragments when Koby attempted to disrupt the escort. Later on, Bogard aided Garp in training Koby and Helmeppo, instructing them on the correct way to handle a sword.

Where Will Bogard Go In The Future?

He May Help Save Garp On Hachinosu

After that point, Bogard has featured in just two more instances – joining Garp on his visits to Luffy following the Enies Lobby Arc, and during the operation to save Koby at Hachinosu. As for what lies ahead, some spectators anticipate that Bogard could assume a more significant part in the mission aimed at rescuing Garp from the Blackbeard Pirates. Given his position as Garp’s trusted deputy, alongside Koby and SWORD, there’s speculation that Bogard might seek Luffy’s assistance, potentially leading to an alliance between the pirates and the Marines against the Blackbeard Pirates.

I was going for the kill… but he survived. – Kuzan about Garp

Despite the brevity of Bogard’s tale that leaves me yearning for more, given his impressive design and crucial Marines role, it feels like a tease amidst the vast array of characters in One Piece. Regrettably, it appears we may never see each character get their well-deserved limelight. As much as I’d love to see Bogard reappear and play a pivotal role in the Final Saga, fans should approach such hopes with a grain of salt.

2025-03-26 22:06