Top 9 One Piece Villains Luffy Can't Stand: The Ultimate Enemy List!

Summary

Kuro sees crewmates as pawns, unlike Luffy who values his nakama.
Luffy took satisfaction in beating Arlong for what he did to Nami.
Orochi’s treatment of Wano’s residents fueled Luffy’s hatred towards him.

It’s tough for most people to make Monkey D. Luffy dislike them severely, as he usually finds goodness even in those perceived as wicked or malicious. However, there are certain characters within the world of One Piece who have earned a lifelong enmity from Luffy due to their actions against him, his crew, and his loved ones.

As a die-hard One Piece fan, I must admit that while Luffy often teams up with reformed villains when they truly change their ways, it’s hard to imagine him aligning himself with these particular characters given his intense dislike for them. Let’s delve into the backstory of these characters and explore if there’s any hope for redemption down the line.

9. Captain Kuro

Kuro Sees Crewmates As Little More Than Useless Pawns, Unlike Luffy, Who Views Them As Family

First Appearance: Episode 9

While Luffy regards his comrades as irreplaceable and cherishes each one, Kuro, introduced in Syrup Village early on, holds a contrasting perspective. To him, crewmates are mere pawns he’s ready to discard for personal gain, going so far as to confess that he would have sacrificed them all if it meant advancing his wicked ambitions by a single step.

In numerous aspects, Kuro is the polar opposite of Luffy, and learning about how harshly he treated his own crew leaves Luffy feeling an intense whirlwind of emotions. Fortunately, Kuro met his just deserts at the hands of Captain Luffy, but whether we’ll see him again remains to be seen as time unfolds.

8. Charlos

The Spoiled And Vindictive Celestial Dragon Received The Full Force Of Luffy’s Punch

First Appearance: Episode 393

From my vantage point, it’s hard to imagine any “One Piece” enthusiast forgetting the instant when Luffy, disregarding all warnings, landed a blow on none other than Charlos, a Celestial Dragon, in Sabaody. Yet, it might be beneficial to delve into what fueled Luffy’s intense animosity towards this man, given their brief encounter hardly spanned more than a few seconds.

Upon entering the auction house, Luffy directly experiences Charlos’ arrogance as he bids for Camie to become his new slave, having previously ridden into the auction on one of his existing slaves. Without warning, he then shoots Hachi, a dear friend of Luffy’s. These actions serve as clear indications that Charlos fundamentally opposes Luffy’s core values of friendship and liberty. This realization ultimately leads to a powerful punch from Luffy, driven by fury and resentment.

7. Crocodile

Luffy Can Never Forget How Crocodile Killed Thousands Of Innocent People Back In Alabasta

First Appearance: Episode 76

In the course of their epic journey, Luffy (the first Shichibukai) encounters the Straw Hat pirates, and it’s not hard to understand why this group strikes fear into hearts worldwide, given Crocodile’s charismatic yet ruthless demeanor as the ruler of Alabasta. In his quest for a utopian world, Crocodile triggers a devastating civil war in Alabasta that results in the loss of countless lives among soldiers and civilians alike.

What really enrages Luffy is witnessing Vivi weep, following the devastation Crocodile inflicted on her once-beautiful kingdom. In their subsequent encounter at Impel Down, Luffy initially hesitates to release Crocodile from his cell, but only does so when Ivankov insists, demonstrating the deep-seated grudge he harbors.

6. Doflamingo

Doflamingo’s Heinous Actions In Dressrosa Didn’t Sit Well With Luffy

First Appearance: Episode 151

In the series, many villains possess some degree of humanity that Luffy can connect with and utilize, but Doflamingo stands apart. His bitter upbringing, marked by betrayals from the Celestial Dragons, common people, and his own kin, fostered a deep-seated hatred towards anyone outside his self-constructed crew. Consequently, he took great pleasure in devastating the lives of countless Dressrosa citizens, particularly when he could effectively erase them from existence by transforming them into toys using Sugar.

Following his journey through Dressrosa, Luffy grows increasingly furious over Doflamingo’s actions, particularly when he sees Doflamingo betraying Bellamy, Luffy’s former rival, without hesitation. This escalation culminates in a spectacular showdown between the two, during which Luffy’s anger triggers his Gear 4 form for the first time ever.

5. Kaido

Seeing The State Of Wano Made Luffy Realize Just How Despicable Kaido Truly Is

First Appearance: Episode 736

Destroying a whole nation and mistreating its people provokes Luffy’s strong dislike, which is why he grows to detest the fierce pirate leader known as Kaido. To strengthen his defenses and build an invincible force, Kaido essentially transformed the beautiful country of Wano into a munitions hub, filling its picturesque landscapes with factories and weapon production facilities.

Regarding the citizens of Wano, Kaido doesn’t seem to worry about their safety or well-being at all; a fact that Luffy learns firsthand when encountering Tama, who has been suffering from hunger for several months. The arrival of Kaido in Wano signaled its imminent destruction, and given his role in causing unnecessary deaths, including Oden Kouzuki’s, Luffy can never forgive the ruthless Yonko.

4. Arlong

Luffy Took Great Satisfaction In Beating The Snot Out Of Arlong For All He Had Done To Nami And Her Family

First Appearance: Episode 31

Following an unexpected departure by Nami from the team, it seemed she was plotting to swipe all their wealth. However, it turned out that this wasn’t true at all. In reality, Nami was making a desperate attempt to bribe Arlong, a ruthless Fishman, with the hope of persuading him to stop tormenting her village. Arlong had not only slain Nami’s mother but also extorted the young girl, reneging on his promise once Nami had finally gathered the Berries he had demanded.

When Luffy fully comprehends Arlong’s vile nature and the hardships he inflicted upon Nami, he unleashes all his might against the Fishman in full view of his entire crew. This marked the first instance where fans witnessed how strongly Luffy values his comrades, regardless of their actions towards him.

3. Orochi

After Witnessing How He Treated His Own People, Luffy Gained A Burning Hatred For Wano’s Corrupt Shogun

First Appearance: Episode 921

Upon their arrival in Wano, it appeared that Kaido was the Straw Hats’ primary objective. However, after delving into the nation and conversing with some locals, they came to realize that Orochi is no better than the Yonko himself. In fact, describing Orochi as uncaring towards his own people would be an understatement; he was the one who callously provided the residents with SMILE fruits, which only allowed them to express laughter, effectively restricting all other emotions.

I, an observer, note that the shogun of Wano is content to allow his people to suffer hunger while he indulges in lavish feasts within his tower. Encountering characters like Tama, who have endured hardship under Orochi’s rule, stirs a fierce loathing within Luffy. Unfortunately for him, his focus on defeating Kaido prevents him from delivering the decisive blow against the shogun at this time.

2. Blackbeard

The Man Who Got Ace Imprisoned And Kicked Off The Marineford War Is Arguably Luffy’s Biggest Enemy

First Appearance: Episode 146

It’s quite unexpected that Luffy and Blackbeard had a friendly chat over cherry pies and motivational talks when they initially crossed paths in Jaya, given that Blackbeard would soon become Luffy’s most formidable adversary. Most of this can be attributed to Blackbeard’s betrayal of the Whitebeard Pirates, particularly his handing over Ace, a member of the Whitebeard crew, to the Marines following their battle, which ultimately led to Ace’s tragic death in prison.

Indeed, Blackbeard taunts Ace right in front of Luffy during their encounter at Impel Down, well before the Marineford War breaks out. Despite limited interactions since the timeskip, it’s clear that when they cross paths again, Luffy will express his feelings through his punches.

1. Akainu

Akainu Was There During A Traumatic Moment

First Appearance: Episode 278

During the Marineford Arc, Luffy initially viewed Akainu as merely an obstacle in his path while trying to save Ace from the Marines alongside the Whitebeard Pirates. However, at the point when Luffy and Ace were about to flee the battlefield, Akainu outsmarted Ace cleverly by taunting him with harsh words about Whitebeard. This trick drew Ace back, and then Akainu fatally struck the young pirate through his chest with his fist coated in lava.

Seeing his brother perish before him deeply affects Luffy emotionally, prompting a descent into depression shortly thereafter. Despite being generally lenient, it is unlikely that Luffy will ever find peace with the Fleet Admiral, as his actions towards Ace on that tragic day in Marineford have left him without an ounce of remorse, which Luffy finds unforgivable.

2025-03-08 13:52

Top 9 One Piece Villains Luffy Can’t Stand: The Ultimate Enemy List!