This post is trending because it's a humorous fan theory about Dracule Mihawk, a beloved and incredibly powerful character from the popular Japanese manga/anime *One Piece*. It plays on his perceived boredom and immense strength, resonating with fans who enjoy exaggerated portrayals of their favorite characters.
The humor in this post comes from its deep references to *One Piece*, a globally popular Japanese manga and anime series. Korean internet users, like many worldwide, are huge fans, and this post cleverly applies the series' lore to a relatable 'bored gamer' scenario, which is a common trope in online communities.
Korean internet users are having a field day with this hilarious fan-made dialogue, imagining what one of the most powerful characters from a beloved manga/anime, Dracule Mihawk, does when he's utterly bored. The post perfectly captures the essence of an overpowered character who's just looking for a decent challenge, even if it means causing absolute chaos.
"Ugh, there's nothing left to do in my neighborhood... Time to venture out of the East Blue, maybe?"
"Hold it right there, you with the killer glare! Unauthorized departure is strictly forbidden!"
"Seriously, you psycho, why are you launching your ship when I just said it's forbidden?!"
"Fine, you're a pirate now. Let's see how long you last."
"Argh, you absolute maniac! Stop slicing up every Marine warship you see like it's a block of tofu! Seriously, spill it! Are you one of the Four Emperors' top commanders? Or do you just have a personal vendetta against the Marines?!"
"LOL, this guy's insane. You're telling me you launched your ship because there's no one left to fight in your 'hood'? Then just join the Marines! I'll even pull some strings for you."
"You don't want to because you can't fight skilled swordsmen in the Marines? Are you for real, you crazy bastard? Okay, then there are the Seven Warlords of the Sea – we've already got six other... unique individuals like you. Go join them."
"No, you idiot! I didn't mean for you to have a deathmatch among yourselves in there!! Just be patient! I'll let you slice and dice to your heart's content when a big event kicks off later!"
"Oh, you've got some moves, huh? Fine, from today, we're rivals."
"You... crazy psycho... I clearly told you... if you just stayed put... I'd call you for the big event... Why did you... alone... dive at that Red-Haired bastard... hurt your friend... and come back...?"
"Kwahaha! I am the strongest pirate in the East Blue and the captain of a grand fleet of 50 ships! I am Admiral Don Krieg of the Pirate Fleet!"
"(East Blue... strongest...?)"
"(People from East Blue I remember...)"
"...So you utterly thrashed that 17-million-berry chump at the entrance to the Grand Line... And then you sailed *backwards* through the Calm Belt all the way to the East Blue? You didn't cause any *more* trouble there, did you?"
"Sir! Did you know you can equip weapons in the helmet slot too?! I'm a pure sword build like you, please just give me a chance!"
"What the heck? Why is this guy blushing and laughing to himself? So creepy."
"Haha, welcome! You've also discovered the joy of 'newbie hunting,' haven't you, you little rascal?"
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6Turns out Mihawk became a Marine Hunter not because he was bored, but for revenge.
Oda only mentioned it in an SBS (Q&A corner) that it was revenge due to betrayal.
Since that guy (Mihawk) was the first Warlord to appear, I thought all Warlords were that strong lol.
Is Sengoku getting involved now? LMAO
He's retired, nothing to do. Let's just swap stories, lol.
Has this story (Mihawk's past) ever been revealed? I'm curious if it appeared anywhere.