In the latest episode of One Piece 1080, Eiichiro Oda introduced a new character named Hibari. She is a member of SWORD who came to rescue Captain Koby. Her appearance raised many questions among the fans regarding her abilities, rank in the navy and most importantly, her relationship with Koby. In this article, we will delve into the character of Hibari and explore some interesting facts about her.
Firstly, let’s start with her role in the navy. Despite her petite body frame that resembles that of a child, Hibari holds an important position as a Commander in the navy. Her superiors rank above her as Captain, Mayor, Lieutenant and other members. Her personality is very impulsive and action-oriented, often making decisions without giving much thought to the risks involved. Her speech is also non-formal and blunt, as shown in the comic’s translation.
Now, let’s talk about her skills. In One Piece 1080, Hibari appears with a long-range weapon, resembling a sniper’s rifle. She uses Vegapunk’s GP-Flower Bullet ammunition that causes the enemies’ weapons to turn into flowers, rendering them useless. However, her most interesting ability is her marksmanship. She is a gifted marksman who never misses a shot. Her abilities make her an indispensable member of SWORD, an organization resembling a faction within the navy.
Speaking of SWORD, it is formed by members of the navy who have submitted their resignations. According to Aokiji, SWORD is not bound to follow the navy’s rules, and therefore they can oppose Yonko without permission. Besides Hibari, other members of SWORD include X Drake, Koby, Helmeppo, Prince Grus, and Kujaku. Moreover, some fans speculate that Monkey D Garp and Tashigi are also members of SWORD as they have similar philosophies to the group. There are even some theories that suggest that Garp founded it!
One of the most compelling facts about Hibari is her relationship with Koby. Although nothing has been officially confirmed by Oda Sensei, from the panels of manga, it is apparent that Hibari loves Koby deeply. In One Piece 1080, she is portrayed as overly concerned about Koby’s safety, to the point of risking her own life by coming to Beehive to save him. Fans also believe that there is a romantic relationship between them, though Oda Sensei may have other plans.
In conclusion, Hibari is a fascinating member of SWORD, with unique abilities and a complex personality. Her role in the navy, her relationship with Koby and her affiliation with SWORD continues to raise questions among fans. Only time will unveil her true intentions, and we can’t wait to see what Eiichiro Oda has in store for her next!
