Donquixote Doflamingo

Donquixote Doflamingo (ドンキホーテ・ドフラミンゴ, Donkihōte Dofuramingo) is one of the Shichibukai, who first appeared in chapter 233 in the manga, and in episode 151 in the anime. He has a former bounty of 340 million belli; currently it is unknown why his bounty was so high. This bounty is the highest bounty displayed so far in all of One Piece. He has been the owner of the Human Auctioning House, however he gave it up after it was raided by the Straw Hat Pirates, saying he is no longer intrested in the slave trade and that Disco could have it.

Personality
Doflamingo seems to have a penchant for drama, as well as a habit of exaggerated posing when giving declarations. He also seems to be the most laid-back of all the Shichibukai. Doflamingo displays rude bravery when he sits on the table during the gathering of the Shichibukai. Also, the way he walks is rather humorous.

Like Bellamy, Doflamingo tends to laugh at people's dreams, in preparation for the "New Era." While he appears to regard those weaker than him working mere underlings rather then crew mates, he does still have some pride and a small sense of honor for his old flag and despises the idea of those failing while using it.

Abilities and Powers
He seemingly has the power to control people's bodies like puppets by using some form of psychokinesis (this seems to be dependent on "puppeteer" movement by his arms), but it is not yet stated whether or not he possesses Devil Fruit powers, or what these powers even are.

History
Doflamingo is initially introduced with his attendance at a meeting held by the World Government as supervised by Fleet Admiral Sengoku after the fall of Shichibukai member Crocodile. After playing with other government agents with his abilities, he states that his "liberation" of other islands was going better than planned and that he only attended this meeting because he was bored. He also noted that Sengoku was speaking too harshly of his liberation, going against his "Great Buddha" image.

When Doflamingo learned of Bellamy's defeat at the hands of the Straw Hat Captain Monkey D. Luffy, Doflamingo came to Jaya and promptly kicked him out of his crew, forcing Sarquiss' to kill Bellamy in the process. It is as of yet unknown whether or not Bellamy was the only captain under Doflamingo's command.

''The time is almost here. Go and lay the groundwork. A world, where only true pirates can survive will soon be upon us. Those without power, flee while you can. The tide will bring those of unmatched power and the New Era will begin!" Doflamingo's view on the coming of the "New Era".

Recently, Doflamingo was in communication with his subordinate Disco, learning about the attack at the Auction House. But he also advised that the Shichibukai were also busy with the incoming arrival of the Whitebeard Pirates in connection to the execution of Portgas D. Ace.

Most recently, he was seen talking with Disco, refusing to come and help protecting his own shop, saying he is no longer interested and proclaimed the government are calling up all the Shichibukai for battle against the Whitebeard Pirates.

Trivia

 * Doflamingo is named after Don Quixote, as well as the flamingo, his animal theme (whose brightly-colored plumage is reflected in Doflamingo's style of dress).
 * Doflamingo's flag was the first "smilie" style Jolly Roger seen in the series. Doflamingo also states that slavery is "out", but smilies are "in". Th significance of the smilie has yet to be revealed but has appear in other places since.