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|rname = ''Ryokugyū''
 
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|affiliation = [[Marines]]{{qref|name=c713|chap=713|ep=643|Doflamingo mentions Ryokugyu.}}
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|affiliation = [[Marines]]{{qref|name=c713|chap=713|page=3|ep=643|Doflamingo mentions Ryokugyu.}}
 
|occupation = [[Admiral]]{{qref|name=c713}}
 
|occupation = [[Admiral]]{{qref|name=c713}}
 
|alias = {{Nihongo|Ryokugyu|緑牛|Ryokugyū|literally meaning "Green Bull"}}
 
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'''Ryokugyu''' is the alias of an [[admiral]] in the [[Marines]]. His real name is currently unknown.{{qref|name=c713}}
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'''Ryokugyu''' is the alias of an [[admiral]] in the [[Marines]].{{qref|name=c713}} He became an admiral during the two-year timeskip, along with [[Fujitora]], both filling the two vacant admiral positions left by [[Kuzan|Aokiji]] and [[Sakazuki|Akainu]].{{qref|name=c713}} His real name is currently unknown.
   
 
==Appearance==
 
==Appearance==
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Ryokugyu has only been seen silhouetted so far, so his full appearance has yet to be revealed. He does, however, seem very tall (more so than Fujitora who stands at 2.7 m) and has a wavy head of long, dark hair, as well as wearing a seemingly typical Marine officer's coat; in the manga, the latter is portrayed with a thick, unfolded, stand-up collar like Fujitora's, but in the anime it appears with a folded one. Also in the anime, Ryokugyu seems to go with his chest at least partially bare.{{Qref|name=c801|chap=801|page=8|ep=|Ryokugyu's silhouette is first seen.}}{{qref|name=debut}}
Ryokugyu's full appearance is unknown, but he has long, wavy hair and wears a Marine coat.{{Qref|name=c801|chap=801|ep=|Ryokugyu's silhouette is seen from an obscured angle as Donquixote Doflamingo mentions several people with enough power to rule the seas.}} He appears to be much taller than Fujitora, who is himself very tall.{{qref|name=debut}}
 
   
 
==Personality==
 
==Personality==
Ryokugyu is an extremely laid-back and lazy man who takes everything with a casual attitude, similarly to [[Kuzan]]. He did not want to make the effort of following Sakazuki's orders to expel Fujitora from [[Mary Geoise]], and even views eating to be too much work. He appears to enjoy beautiful women, as he talked about having one to feed him.{{qref|name=debut}} Despite his relaxed disposition, he can be serious about his obligations as a military officer as noted by [[Blackbeard]] when he informs [[Gecko Moria]] about the confrontation between the Revolutionary Army commanders and the two Marine admirals.{{Qref|chap=925}}
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From what little has been seen so far, Ryokugyu comes off as an extremely laid-back, lazy man not unlike former admiral [[Aokiji]]. He did not want to make the effort of following [[Sakazuki]]'s orders to expel Fujitora from [[Mary Geoise]], both out of alleged concern for the damage a fight between them would cause and the fact that it would be too much trouble for him. More than that, Ryokugyu views even the act of eating itself as too much work, given his apparent ability to survive without food. Also, he appears to have a liking for beautiful women, talking about how he would eat were a "young lady" to feed him.{{qref|name=debut}}
   
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Despite such relaxed disposition, Ryokugyu seems well capable of being serious about his obligations as a military officer should times demand it; as proven by his and Fujitora's confrontation with the [[Revolutionary Army]]'s commanders and chief of staff.{{Qref|name=c925|chap=925|page=10-11|ep=917}}
Like many other characters, he laughs in a [[Laughter Style|unique fashion]]: {{Nihongo|"Rahaha"|らはは|Rahaha}}.{{qref|name=debut}}
 
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Like many other characters, Ryokugyu laughs in a [[Laughter Style|unique fashion]]: {{Nihongo|"Rahaha"|らはは|Rahaha}}.{{qref|name=debut}}
   
 
==Relationships==
 
==Relationships==
 
===Marines===
 
===Marines===
 
====Fujitora====
 
====Fujitora====
Fujitora and Ryokugyu appear to be on good terms, as Ryokugyu disregarded Sakazuki's orders to drive Fujitora out of Mary Geoise and instead had a friendly conversation with his fellow admiral.{{qref|name=debut}}
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Fujitora and Ryokugyu appear to be on good terms, as Ryokugyu disregarded Sakazuki's orders to drive Fujitora out of Mary Geoise in favor of having a friendly chat with his fellow admiral.{{qref|name=debut}}
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====Vegapunk====
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Ryokugyu seems to be familiar with [[Vegapunk]], calling him "old man Vegapunk".{{qref|name=debut}}
   
 
===Revolutionaries===
 
===Revolutionaries===
Due to being an officer in the Marines, he is an enemy of the [[Revolutionary Army]]. As such, he and Fujitora engaged [[Sabo]] and his subordinates when they tried to rescue their former comrade [[Bartholomew Kuma]].
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Given his standing, Ryokugyu is an enemy of the [[Revolutionary Army]]. As such, he and Fujitora engaged their chief of staff [[Sabo]] and his subordinates when they tried to rescue their former comrade [[Bartholomew Kuma]].{{Qref|name=c925}}
   
 
==Abilities and Powers==
 
==Abilities and Powers==
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===Overview===
Not much is known about Ryokugyu's abilities, but as a Marine Admiral, Ryokugyu must have at least above-average leadership and coordination skills, and has power over thousands of lower ranked Marines. As an Admiral, Ryokugyu has the authority to enact a [[Buster Call]] on any island that is deemed dangerous, and may pass this ability to a lower ranking World Government agent. Ryokugyu has the authority to revoke a [[Shichibukai]]'s title.
 
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As an admiral, Ryokugyu's authority in the Marines is directly below [[Sakazuki|the fleet admiral]]'s, holding power over the many thousands of lower-ranked soldiers, the ability to command whole fleets, to have a say in the overall strategy of the organization, and the right to issue special orders, like enacting a [[Buster Call]] at any time while also granting those of lower status such ability.{{qref|name=admiral reputation|chap=319|page=4|ep=227|The admirals' reputation is revealed.}}{{Qref|chap=359|page=13|ep=251|The admirals' ability to issue a Buster Call, and to pass on such authority, is revealed.}} In general, Ryokugyu can be assumed to hold a great deal of military leadership/coordination skills to be seen as qualified for his rank and the authorities coming with it.
   
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Combat-wise, Ryokugyu with the other admirals is thought to constitute the [[World Government]]'s "Greatest Military Power" (i.e. the three strongest single combatants it can offer),{{qref|name=admiral reputation}} making him one of the world's most powerful people. Both Ryokugyu and [[Issho|Fujitora]] were stated by [[Donquixote Doflamingo|Doflamingo]] to be known as "true monsters" in terms of strength.{{qref|name=c713}}
Ryokugyu and [[Issho|Fujitora]] were stated by [[Donquixote Doflamingo|Doflamingo]] to be "true monsters" in terms of power.{{qref|name=c713}} Ryokugyu has claimed to not have eaten in three years, a feat normally impossible for a human to do, and he still has the strength to move around and presumably fight.{{qref|name=debut}}
 
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During the latest [[Levely]], Ryokugyu and Fujitora engaged in a battle with [[Sabo]], the [[Revolutionary Army]]'s chief of staff and "No. 2" in strength, as well as [[Morley|three]] [[Lindbergh|Revolutionary]] [[Karasu|commanders]], though the result of this confrontation remains unknown.{{Qref|name=c925}}
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===Physical Abilities===
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Ryokugyu has claimed not to have eaten anything in three years.{{qref|name=debut}} Not only does he maintain the strength to move around and do battle perfectly fine,{{Qref|name=c925}} such supposed feat means he achieved the admiral promotion without any food in his system. How Ryokugyu has been able to do such an extreme fast has yet to be revealed.
   
 
===Haki===
 
===Haki===
 
{{see|Haki}}
 
{{see|Haki}}
   
It was stated that all Marines ranked vice admiral or higher possess [[Haki]],{{Qref|special=vicehaki}} so as a higher ranked officer as well as a Marine Admiral, Ryokugyu can also use the ability.
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Being of admiral rank, Ryokugyu should be able to use [[Haki]].{{Qref|special=vicehaki}}
   
 
==History==
 
==History==
 
===Past===
 
===Past===
Not much is known about Ryokugyu's past, but during the past three years, Ryokugyu has completely refrained from eating. Sometime during the two years when the [[Straw Hat Pirates|Straw Hats]] were separated, Ryokugyu was recruited by the Marines as an admiral.
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Not much is known about Ryokugyu's past, but he claims during the past three years to have completely refrained from eating.{{Qref|name=debut}} Sometime during the two years after the [[Battle of Marineford|Summit War]], Ryokugyu was appointed to the rank of admiral alongside [[Fujitora]], to make up for the two vacancies among the three admiral spots left by [[Kuzan]]'s resignation and Sakazuki's promotion.{{qref|name=c713}}
   
 
===Levely Arc===
 
===Levely Arc===
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[[File:Fujitora Talking to Ryokugyu During the Levely.png|thumb|210px|Fujitora talking to Ryokugyu about the end of the [[Shichibukai]] system.]]
He was present at [[Mary Geoise]] as royals arrived to attend the Levely. He had a friendly conversation with Fujitora concerning [[Vegapunk]] despite receiving orders from [[Sakazuki]] to make Fujitora leave.{{Qref|name=debut}}
 
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Ryokugyu was present on the grounds of [[Mary Geoise]]'s [[Pangaea Castle]] as royals from throughout the world arrived to attend the latest [[Levely]]. He had a friendly conversation with Fujitora concerning [[Vegapunk]] despite having received orders from [[Sakazuki]] to make Fujitora leave.{{Qref|name=debut}}
   
 
===Wano Country Arc===
 
===Wano Country Arc===
On the fourth day of the Levely, Ryokugyu and Fujitora battled against Sabo and his group.{{Qref|chap=925}}
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On the fourth day of the Levely, Ryokugyu and Fujitora battled against Sabo and his group composed of three of the Revolutionary Army's commanders, who had infiltrated Mary Geoise.{{Qref|name=c925}}
   
 
==Major Battles==
 
==Major Battles==
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==Translation and Dub Issues==
 
==Translation and Dub Issues==
The Japanese kanji can translate to several words that refer to bovines: bull, cow, cattle, ox, etc.
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The Japanese kanji "" in Ryokugyu's alias has various bovine-related translations, e.g. "bull", "cow", "cattle", "ox"; given the basis for said alias (see the Trivia section below), "bull" is the most apt translation.
   
 
==Trivia==
 
==Trivia==
 
[[File:SBS73 4 Ryokugyu.png|thumb|180px|A rendering of Ryokugyu.]]
 
[[File:SBS73 4 Ryokugyu.png|thumb|180px|A rendering of Ryokugyu.]]
   
*In [[SBS Volume 73]], a fan provided a joke rendering of Ryokugyu's appearance. [[Oda]] found it quite bizarre and noted he had already designed the admiral, mentioning that he was "super-duper cool" and he could not wait to draw him.{{Qref|sbs=73|}}
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*In the [[SBS Volume 73]], a fan provided a joke rendering of Ryokugyu's appearance. [[Oda]] found it quite bizarre and noted he had already designed the admiral, mentioning he was "super-duper cool" and that he could not wait to draw him.{{Qref|sbs=73|page=144|An imagined drawing of Ryokugyu by a fan.}}
*Fujitora and Ryokugyu's animal aliases (tiger and bull respectively) are the representations of the northeastern quarter where the ogre that [[Wikipedia:Momotarō|Momotarō]] must kill lives.{{qref|sbs=76|page=148|Oda explains the alias origins.}}
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*Ryokugyu's and Fujitora's animal motifs that are contained in their aliases (bull and tiger respectively) can be interpreted as being based off the Japanese legend of [[Wikipedia:Momotarō|Momotarō]], similar to the animal aliases of the original admiral trio. The tiger and bull ("ushitora" (ox-tiger) as per the cosmology of onmyōdō) can be seen as representing the northeastern cardinal direction, which is where, in the aforesaid tale, the oni (ogres) that Momotarō must kill live.{{qref|sbs=76|page=148|The alias origins of Ryokugyu and Fujitora.}}
   
 
==References==
 
==References==
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Ryokugyu is the alias of an admiral in the Marines.[2] He became an admiral during the two-year timeskip, along with Fujitora, both filling the two vacant admiral positions left by Aokiji and Akainu.[2] His real name is currently unknown.

Appearance

Ryokugyu has only been seen silhouetted so far, so his full appearance has yet to be revealed. He does, however, seem very tall (more so than Fujitora who stands at 2.7 m) and has a wavy head of long, dark hair, as well as wearing a seemingly typical Marine officer's coat; in the manga, the latter is portrayed with a thick, unfolded, stand-up collar like Fujitora's, but in the anime it appears with a folded one. Also in the anime, Ryokugyu seems to go with his chest at least partially bare.[3][1]

Personality

From what little has been seen so far, Ryokugyu comes off as an extremely laid-back, lazy man not unlike former admiral Aokiji. He did not want to make the effort of following Sakazuki's orders to expel Fujitora from Mary Geoise, both out of alleged concern for the damage a fight between them would cause and the fact that it would be too much trouble for him. More than that, Ryokugyu views even the act of eating itself as too much work, given his apparent ability to survive without food. Also, he appears to have a liking for beautiful women, talking about how he would eat were a "young lady" to feed him.[1]

Despite such relaxed disposition, Ryokugyu seems well capable of being serious about his obligations as a military officer should times demand it; as proven by his and Fujitora's confrontation with the Revolutionary Army's commanders and chief of staff.[4]

Like many other characters, Ryokugyu laughs in a unique fashion: "Rahaha" (らはは, Rahaha?).[1]

Relationships

Marines

Fujitora

Fujitora and Ryokugyu appear to be on good terms, as Ryokugyu disregarded Sakazuki's orders to drive Fujitora out of Mary Geoise in favor of having a friendly chat with his fellow admiral.[1]

Vegapunk

Ryokugyu seems to be familiar with Vegapunk, calling him "old man Vegapunk".[1]

Revolutionaries

Given his standing, Ryokugyu is an enemy of the Revolutionary Army. As such, he and Fujitora engaged their chief of staff Sabo and his subordinates when they tried to rescue their former comrade Bartholomew Kuma.[4]

Abilities and Powers

Overview

As an admiral, Ryokugyu's authority in the Marines is directly below the fleet admiral's, holding power over the many thousands of lower-ranked soldiers, the ability to command whole fleets, to have a say in the overall strategy of the organization, and the right to issue special orders, like enacting a Buster Call at any time while also granting those of lower status such ability.[5][6] In general, Ryokugyu can be assumed to hold a great deal of military leadership/coordination skills to be seen as qualified for his rank and the authorities coming with it.

Combat-wise, Ryokugyu with the other admirals is thought to constitute the World Government's "Greatest Military Power" (i.e. the three strongest single combatants it can offer),[5] making him one of the world's most powerful people. Both Ryokugyu and Fujitora were stated by Doflamingo to be known as "true monsters" in terms of strength.[2]

During the latest Levely, Ryokugyu and Fujitora engaged in a battle with Sabo, the Revolutionary Army's chief of staff and "No. 2" in strength, as well as three Revolutionary commanders, though the result of this confrontation remains unknown.[4]

Physical Abilities

Ryokugyu has claimed not to have eaten anything in three years.[1] Not only does he maintain the strength to move around and do battle perfectly fine,[4] such supposed feat means he achieved the admiral promotion without any food in his system. How Ryokugyu has been able to do such an extreme fast has yet to be revealed.

Haki

Further information: Haki

Being of admiral rank, Ryokugyu should be able to use Haki.[7]

History

Past

Not much is known about Ryokugyu's past, but he claims during the past three years to have completely refrained from eating.[1] Sometime during the two years after the Summit War, Ryokugyu was appointed to the rank of admiral alongside Fujitora, to make up for the two vacancies among the three admiral spots left by Kuzan's resignation and Sakazuki's promotion.[2]

Levely Arc

Fujitora Talking to Ryokugyu During the Levely

Fujitora talking to Ryokugyu about the end of the Shichibukai system.

Ryokugyu was present on the grounds of Mary Geoise's Pangaea Castle as royals from throughout the world arrived to attend the latest Levely. He had a friendly conversation with Fujitora concerning Vegapunk despite having received orders from Sakazuki to make Fujitora leave.[1]

Wano Country Arc

On the fourth day of the Levely, Ryokugyu and Fujitora battled against Sabo and his group composed of three of the Revolutionary Army's commanders, who had infiltrated Mary Geoise.[4]

Major Battles

Translation and Dub Issues

The Japanese kanji "牛" in Ryokugyu's alias has various bovine-related translations, e.g. "bull", "cow", "cattle", "ox"; given the basis for said alias (see the Trivia section below), "bull" is the most apt translation.

Trivia

SBS73 4 Ryokugyu

A rendering of Ryokugyu.

  • In the SBS Volume 73, a fan provided a joke rendering of Ryokugyu's appearance. Oda found it quite bizarre and noted he had already designed the admiral, mentioning he was "super-duper cool" and that he could not wait to draw him.[8]
  • Ryokugyu's and Fujitora's animal motifs that are contained in their aliases (bull and tiger respectively) can be interpreted as being based off the Japanese legend of Momotarō, similar to the animal aliases of the original admiral trio. The tiger and bull ("ushitora" (ox-tiger) as per the cosmology of onmyōdō) can be seen as representing the northeastern cardinal direction, which is where, in the aforesaid tale, the oni (ogres) that Momotarō must kill live.[9]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 One Piece Manga and Anime — Vol. 90 Chapter 905 (p. 14-15) and Episode 882, Ryokugyu debuts as a silhouette.
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 One Piece Manga and Anime — Vol. 72 Chapter 713 (p. 3) and Episode 643, Doflamingo mentions Ryokugyu.
  3. One Piece Manga — Vol. 80 Chapter 801 (p. 8), Ryokugyu's silhouette is first seen.
  4. 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 One Piece Manga and Anime — Vol. 92 Chapter 925 (p. 10-11) and Episode 917.
  5. 5.0 5.1 One Piece Manga and Anime — Vol. 34 Chapter 319 (p. 4) and Episode 227, The admirals' reputation is revealed.
  6. One Piece Manga and Anime — Vol. 38 Chapter 359 (p. 13) and Episode 251, The admirals' ability to issue a Buster Call, and to pass on such authority, is revealed.
  7. One Piece Manga and Anime — Vol. 60 Chapter 594 (p. 7) and Episode 511, Dr. Fishbonen states Haki is a power all vice admirals use.
  8. SBS One Piece Manga — Vol. 73 (p. 144), An imagined drawing of Ryokugyu by a fan.
  9. SBS One Piece Manga — Vol. 76 (p. 148), The alias origins of Ryokugyu and Fujitora.

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