One Piece’s Most Misunderstood Sanji Moment: Why Fans Are Wrong

Despite being one of the strongest characters in One Piece, Sanji is often considered one of the weaker ones due to several reasons. His degenerate personality greatly contributes to this perception, as he is willing to forsake his dreams in order to spend time with women.

However, another significant factor that may have played a role in this issue is his unwillingness to fight against women, as evidenced by his controversial decision in the Wano arc to not engage in combat with Black Maria. Despite being fully capable of defeating her, he instead called for Robin to assist him.

Despite this, Robin’s intervention in the situation perfectly aligns with Sanji’s character as someone who would never harm a woman. Throughout the series, Sanji has always been willing to sacrifice himself for his friends, a trait that Robin is well aware of. Her presence in this moment serves as a perfect complement to the scene.

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Exploring the Depths of Sanji’s Self-Sacrificing Nature in One Piece

Reiju mustering up the courage to help Sanji escape (Image via Toei Animation)

Despite being the fourth born of the Vinsmoke Family, Vinsmoke Sanji’s body remained unmodified after his father’s attempts at genetic engineering. As a result, he was deemed a failure and was isolated from his siblings since birth. However, Sanji was fortunate to have his sister, Reiju, who aided him in escaping the Germa Kingdom in search of compassionate companions.

After fleeing from the Germa Kingdom, Sanji was taken in by the notorious pirate Zeff. In a powerful act of selflessness, Zeff gave up his own leg so that Sanji could have sustenance. This pivotal moment greatly influenced Sanji’s character and he developed a strong inclination towards selflessness.

During the Skypiea arc of One Piece, Sanji bravely stepped in front of Enel’s attack to protect Nami and Usopp from being electrocuted. When Kuma suddenly appeared on Thriller Bark Island, Sanji urged Zoro to stand aside and offered to sacrifice himself. In the Wano arc, he expressed concern that his Germa suit could potentially control him and asked Zoro to end his life if he were to go berserk.

Luffy after Sanji tells him to leave (Image via Shueisha)

During the Whole Cake Island arc in One Piece, Sanji showed his devotion to his crew by asking them to leave and sacrificing himself for their sake. Despite not liking his arranged marriage, he hoped that it would benefit Luffy in his quest to find the One Piece. Luffy’s words perfectly capture Sanji’s selfless nature, as he was willing to harm himself rather than hurt his loved ones and fellow crew members.

The events of Zoro’s self-sacrifice on Thriller Bark were hidden from Luffy, but Robin was aware of all the details. She was also privy to Sanji’s intentions to follow suit for the sake of their captain.

Now, let’s discuss the scene in the Wano arc that has sparked the most controversy and misunderstanding – Sanji’s encounter with Black Maria in the brothel of Wano Kingdom. Despite being relentlessly attacked by the Black Maria, Sanji remained silent. However, he surprised everyone when he suddenly called out to Nico Robin.

Robin appreciating Sanji (Image via Shueisha)

Despite some fans possibly being upset by Sanji’s reliance on Robin, his immediate appearance and gratitude towards her shows that his rule to never harm a woman is not a sign of cowardice. Instead, it highlights Robin’s importance in helping him and the role she plays in their dynamic.

Robin was well aware of Sanji’s selfless nature, which is why she intervened before he could make a futile sacrifice. She even deemed him worthy of being one of the future pirate king’s crewmates, as she was familiar with the Thriller Bark incident where Sanji and Zoro endured Luffy’s suffering.