In the One Piece universe, the Straw Hat Pirates crew stands out as one of the most notable and controversial. With a total reward approaching nine billion Berries, this team brings together extraordinary figures, such as members of the feared Worst Generation, a prince from the Germa Kingdom, a former Warlord of the Sea, and holders of Devil Fruit powers. Despite their unity, there is a clear hierarchy of strength among the members, where the strongest often help the weakest.
The Straw Hat Pirates have made a name for themselves by taking down some of the world’s most formidable adversaries, including allies of the World Government. Let’s explore the members of this crew, starting from the tenth and working our way up to the first in the force hierarchy.
10. Usopp – The Shooter of Great Infamy
Skills and Achievements
Usopp, known for his worldwide infamy, is an exceptional marksman with remarkable skills. He possesses Observation Haki, is a skilled engineer, and has impressive stamina. Among his achievements are the burning of the World Government flag, the invention of Clima-Tact, and the defense of Syrup Village. Usopp is not yet one of the strongest members, but his journey to becoming a “Brave Warrior of the Sea” is remarkable, with a reward of 500 million Berries.
9. Nami – Exceptional Browser
Skills and Achievements
Nami will be remembered as one of the greatest female pirates in history. Her unparalleled skill as a navigator is vital to the Straw Hat Pirates. She uses the Clima-Tact and recently acquired the power of Zeus, expanding her offensive capabilities. Nami played a crucial role in defeating Ulti of the Beast Pirates and freeing Cocoyashi Village. Despite her prowess, she is not considered among the strongest of the crew. Her reward exceeds 350 million Berries.
8. Brook – The Fast Musician
Skills and Achievements
Brook, the “Soul King”, is notable for his extraordinary speed and musical abilities, combined with swordsmanship. Consumer of the Yomi Yomi no Mi Akuma no Mi, Brook has extreme durability and is immune to disease. His achievements include copying Big Mom’s Poneglyph and surviving alone in the Florian Triangle for 50 years. He stands out for his agility and ability to run on water.
7. Franky – The Innovative Shipbuilder
Skills and Achievements
Franky, originally known as “Cutty Flam,” is a self-developed cyborg with impressive intelligence and tactical skill. He built the Thousand Sunny and beat Sasaki from Tobiroppo. His knowledge in technology comes from studying Vegapunk projects. Franky, with his cyborg enhancements, is one of the strongest members of the crew, although he is not at the top of the hierarchy.
6. Tony Tony Chopper – The Trustworthy Doctor
Skills and Achievements
Chopper, after consuming the Hito Hito no Mi Devil Fruit, became a unique mix of reindeer and human. He has vast medical knowledge and the ability to transform multiple times. Chopper freed his home on Drum Island and played a crucial role in saving the lives of the crew members and facing Queen The Plague. His use of Rumble Balls to access the Monster Point demonstrates his unusual strength and versatility.
5. Nico Robin – The Powerful Archaeologist
Skills and Achievements
Nico Robin, known as “the Devil Child”, stands out for his Armament Haki, Fish-Man Karate and Hana Hana no Mi Devil Fruit abilities. She defeated Black Moria, survived persecution from the World Government, and translated several Poneglyphs. Robin, initially an antagonist, has become one of the most formidable members of the Straw Hats, with abilities that allow her to defeat enemies with ease.
4. Jinbe – The Respected “Knight of the Sea”
Skills and Achievements
Jinbe, a former Warlord of the Sea and former captain of the Sun Pirates, is known for his combat prowess and navigational skills. With Armament and Observation Haki, as well as Jujutsu and Fishman Karate, Jinbe has faced and survived formidable challenges. He resisted Big Mom’s Conqueror’s Haki, escaped Impel Down, and saved Luffy’s life. His strength and experience earned him the nickname “Knight of the Sea”, with a reward of one billion Berries.
3. Sanji – The Cook with Enhanced Genetics
Skills and Achievements
Sanji, the “Black Leg” and prince of the Germa Kingdom, is an exceptional fighter, with skills in Armament and Observation Haki, and the Black Leg fighting style. After awakening his enhanced genetics, Sanji gained extreme speed and durability, as well as a special attack suit. He defeated the Plague Queen and surpassed his past in the Germa Kingdom, with a reward exceeding a billion Berries, attesting to his strength and skill.
2. Zoro – The Future Greatest Swordsman in the World
Skills and Achievements
Roronoa Zoro, master of the Three Swords style and known as the “Pirate Hunter”, is one of the strongest of the crew. With Armament, Conqueror’s, and Observation Haki, Zoro has demonstrated extreme strength and durability. He surpassed the Conflagration King, controlled the sword Enma, scarred Kaido, and survived training with Mihawk. With a bounty of over a billion Berries, Zoro is seen as one of the most fearsome swordsmen.
1. Monkey D. Luffy – The Captain and one of the Four Emperors of the Sea
Skills and Achievements
Monkey D. Luffy, the charismatic captain of the Straw Hat Pirates, has achieved the status of one of the four Emperors of the Sea. With exceptional skills in Armament, Conqueror and Observation Haki, and the power of the Devil Fruits Gomu Gomu and Hito Hito (Model: Nika), Luffy is a born fighter. He attacked Enies Lobby, defeated a Yonko and four Warlords of the Sea, and freed several nations. With a bounty of three billion Berries, Luffy is not only the strongest of the Straw Hats, but also one of the most influential and feared pirates in the world of One Piece.
