| Borsalino | |
|---|---|
| Name | Borsalino |
| Series | One Piece |
| First | Manga chapter 224 / Anime episode 207 |
| Creator | Eiichiro Oda |
| Affiliation | Marines, World Government |
| Alias | Admiral Kizaru |
| Devil fruit | Pika Pika no Mi |
| Nationality | World Government |
Borsalino
Borsalino, commonly known by his admiral alias Kizaru, is a fictional character in the manga and anime series One Piece by Eiichiro Oda. He serves as one of the highest-ranking officers in the Marines and acts as a principal enforcer of the World Government's authority. Borsalino's presence shapes major conflicts involving the Straw Hat Pirates, the Revolutionary Army, and other high-profile figures in the New World.
Borsalino is introduced as one of three Admirals of the Marines during the pre-timeskip era and continues his senior role after the Marineford Arc. He is notable for representing the pragmatic, hierarchical side of the World Government's military power, enforcing maritime law and state order. His actions intersect with key factions such as the Shichibukai, the Blackbeard Pirates, and the Seven Warlords of the Sea, and he is frequently deployed to suppress large-scale threats to global stability like pirate uprisings and Revolutionary activities.
Borsalino is tall and lanky, usually depicted wearing a light-colored suit, a wide-brimmed hat, and mirrored sunglasses. His relaxed posture and languid speech mask a calculating and occasionally sardonic temperament. Despite a seemingly carefree demeanor, he displays a rigid adherence to rank and protocol typical of senior Marine officers. He often contrasts with more fervent characters such as Monkey D. Garp and Sengoku in temperament while aligning institutionally with figures like Sakazuki.
Borsalino is a user of the Pika Pika no Mi, a Logia-type Devil Fruit that grants him the ability to transform into, create, and control light. This power allows him to move and attack at the speed of light, manifest laser-like beams, and perform wide-area strikes such as "Yasakani no Magatama" or "Sanzen Sekai" (named techniques vary by translation). His light-based abilities grant offensive supremacy and rapid mobility, making him one of the most formidable combatants among the Admirals. He also exhibits tactical acumen and knowledge of naval warfare, supported by the Marines' command structure and technology developed by organizations like Dr. Vegapunk's research legacy.
As an Admiral, Borsalino executes the World Government's maritime policies, including suppression of piracy, protection of seas, and enforcement of bounties issued by the Bounty System. He operates within the chain of command that includes the Fleet Admiral and the Seven Warlords of the Sea system (prior to its abolition). Borsalino has been dispatched on missions involving coordination with Cipher Pol units, confrontation with rogue elements like the Blackbeard Pirates, and defense of strategic assets such as Marineford and Sabaody Archipelago. His role underscores the Marines' emphasis on centralized authority and deterrence.
Borsalino first appears during the Sabaody Archipelago Arc, where his intervention influences the evacuation and escalation involving the Straw Hat Pirates and the Celestial Dragons. He plays a prominent role in the Marineford War as part of the fleet deployed against Whitebeard Pirates and their allies, engaging multiple high-level combatants. Post-timeskip, he appears during conflicts tied to the Punk Hazard Arc and actions against rogue pirate crews in the New World. He has been involved in incidents affecting Dressrosa, Wano Country ramifications, and skirmishes with Revolutionary Army operatives. Borsalino's interventions often serve to maintain the World Government's global order amid chaotic pirate activity.
Borsalino maintains professional relationships with senior Marines such as Sengoku, Sakazuki, and Monkey D. Garp, and with institutions like G-5 and other Marine divisions. He coordinates with intelligence organizations including Cipher Pol and acts in service of the World Government and the Celestial Dragons's privileged interests. His engagements bring him into opposition with pirate captains such as Monkey D. Luffy, Marshall D. Teach, and Gol D. Roger's legacy through history. While largely loyal to state institutions, his interactions show pragmatic flexibility when operational objectives demand, differing from more ideologically driven actors like Sakazuki.
Borsalino is a significant figure within One Piece's exploration of law, order, and veteran authority. He exemplifies a conservative, stability-focused strand of the narrative: a decorated military officer defending established structures against disruptive pirate forces. The character has inspired merchandise, fan discussions, and analyses comparing him with other admirals and authority figures in fiction. His Devil Fruit, combat visuals, and appearances in pivotal arcs have cemented him as an enduring symbol of the Marines' power and the series' thematic tensions between freedom and governance. Eiichiro Oda's portrayal contributes to debates about the morals of institutional authority in the One Piece fandom and in critical studies of the series' political architecture.
Category:One Piece characters Category:Fictional admirals