Eiichiro Oda’s smash-hit anime and manga seriesOne Piecehas introduced many incredible characters over the years, but there’s something about Portgas D. Ace—aka Fire Fist—that has made him a fan favorite. Now, ahead of a likely appearance in Season Two ofNetflix’s live-actionOne Pieceseries, Ace is taking the spotlight in a new book thatre-edits the original manga to highlight the memorable backstory of this beloved pirate.
Set for release in Japan in March,JUMP Character Remix One Piece: Portgas D. Acefollows the uniqueJUMP Remixformat, which condenses the dramatic highlights of a character’s life over an entire manga series into a single volume. To sweeten the deal, the book will also include a double-sided poster along with special stickers.
Ace’s Origins and Powers are the Focus of New Volume
From Gol D. Roger’s Son to Whitebeard’s Family
Ace first appeared in Chapter #154 of theOne Piecemanga and Episode #91 of the anime. His character’s journey truly takes off during the Alabasta storyline when he reunites with his sworn brother, Luffy, and introduces himself to the Straw Hat crew.
Ace is the biological son of Gol D. Roger, the legendary pirate who obtained and hid theOne Piecetreasure. However, he grew up scorned by others and struggled with questions about his existence. Eventually, he found a place where he belonged as a member of the Whitebeard Pirates, looking up to their captain, Whitebeard, as his father. He also possesses the power of theMera Mera no Mi(Flame-Flame Fruit), which allows him to manipulate fire.
A Bond That DefinesOne Piece
Ace’s Live-Action Future
Ace’s close relationship with Luffy, which began when they were still children, is one of the emotional cores of theOne Piecesaga. His strong bond with his sworn brother has cemented him as one of the series’ most unforgettable characters.
Ace’s Japanese voice actor, Toshio Furukawa, has confirmed that the character will indeed be featured in Season Two of Netflix’sOne Piecelive-action series. However, as of this writing, the actor portraying Ace has yet to be announced. With the series’ strong track record of casting, fans are eagerly anticipating the reveal and hoping for a performance that does justice to this legendary pirate. In the meantime,JUMP Character Remix One Piece: Portgas D. Acewill serve as a great reminder of what madeAcesuch an iconic and beloved character in the first place.
