Ace
One Piece: Who Still Has a Dream?
- Original Name:
- 艾斯 (ài sī)
- Gender:
- Masculine
- Kind:
- Character
- Scope:
- General
- Status:
- Active
- Source:
- AI
- Occurrences:
- 164
- Chapters:
- 12
- Context Up To:
- Ch. 50
- Wiki Model:
- GPT-6.1 Terra
- Updated:
Biodata
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Portgas D. Ace (艾斯) 38 |
| Alias(es) | Gol D. Ace, a name used by Ruidio that Ace rejects 39 |
| Gender | Male |
| Affiliation | Ruidio’s crew 48 49 |
| Occupation/Role | Pirate 37 48 |
| First Appearance | Chapter 37 37 |
Power Progression
| Stage / Realm / Level | Chapter | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Three-star overall strength | 38 | The system records beginner Conqueror’s Haki, proficient basic physical techniques, and expert running and swimming. |
| Observation and Armament Haki training | 49 50 | Sandersonia and Marigold attack Ace to stimulate his Observation Haki and teach him Armament Haki. He begins anticipating and dodging some attacks; a formal awakening is not confirmed. |
Background
Ace is the son of Pirate King Gol D. Roger. His mother endured twenty months of pregnancy while evading the World Government’s search and died bringing him into the world. Ace rejects association with Roger and is troubled by claims that he should never have been born 39 49.
Ace grew up around Mount Colubo with his younger brother Luffy and their older brother Sabo. By age ten, he could defeat the mountain’s fierce beasts 39 48.
Appearance
Ace appears to be about seventeen or eighteen when Ruidio meets him. He has black hair, freckles and pointed teeth 37 49.
- Hat: Orange-red, with laughing and crying face ornaments on the brim 37.
- Clothing: A short-sleeved shirt and black shorts at their first meeting 37.
Personality
Ace is protective of Luffy, immediately attacking Ruidio after hearing that he intends to kill him. He refuses to let Ruidio attempt to awaken Luffy’s Devil Fruit by nearly killing him 37 38.
He is sensitive about his father’s reputation and angrily rejects the name “Gol D. Ace.” Despite his hostility toward Roger, he questions Ruidio about why the Pirate King started the age of pirates 39.
Ace can be polite even toward strangers, bowing when he introduces himself to Hancock and her sisters. His ambition is to live freely without regrets, and he trains hard enough on Amazon Lily to exhaust himself 39 49 50.
Abilities & Skills
Conqueror’s Haki
Ace possesses Conqueror’s Haki, which the system rates at beginner level 38.
- Its pressure causes forest animals to faint during his confrontation with Ruidio 38.
- Ace initially does not understand what Haki is, despite having used it 49.
Physical Combat
Ace relies on strength, speed and hand-to-hand fighting. His basic physical techniques are rated proficient 38.
- He backhands a giant tiger thrown at him and matches Ruidio in a clash of fists 38.
- He imitates Ruidio’s fast footwork during their fight, though he initially struggles to control it 38 39.
- The system rates both his running and swimming as expert 38.
Haki Training
On Amazon Lily, Sandersonia and Marigold train Ace to develop Observation and Armament Haki 49.
- Their attacks are intended to make him sense danger and learn to defend himself 49.
- He sometimes anticipates and dodges their attacks as training continues 50.
- The sisters praise his talent and work ethic, though his training leaves him exhausted 50.
Relationships
- Monkey D. Luffy — Ace’s younger brother. Ace is fiercely protective of him; Luffy encourages Ace to surpass the Pirate King before they part 37 38 48.
- Gol D. Roger — Ace’s father. Ace initially insists he has nothing in common with him, but asks Ruidio about his life and motives 39.
- Sabo — Ace and Luffy’s older brother, who followed them around Mount Colubo 48.
- Ruidio — Initially an opponent who threatens Luffy; later Ace’s captain and the person who arranges his Haki training. Ace joins his ship while insisting that he will be captain 37 48 49.
- Boa Sandersonia and Boa Marigold — Ace’s Haki instructors on Amazon Lily. They use punishing combat exercises to draw out his potential 49 50.
Story Role
Encounter on Mount Colubo
Ace meets Ruidio at sea near Foosha Village and attacks when Ruidio says he wants to kill Luffy. After Ruidio takes Ace’s boat, Ace swims after him and pursues him toward Mount Colubo 37.
Ace confronts Ruidio again after he attacks Luffy. Their clashes continue after Ruidio reveals that he knows Ace is Roger’s son, eventually lasting until dusk. That night, Ace asks Ruidio about Roger and speaks of his own wish to live freely 38 39.
Joining Ruidio
After witnessing one of Ruidio’s devastating attacks, Ace asks about the powerful people at sea. Ruidio tells him about Whitebeard, the Four Emperors and Roger’s strength, then invites him aboard the Black Cat Ship. Ace accepts, while Luffy remains behind 42 43 48.
Training on Amazon Lily
Ruidio takes Ace to Amazon Lily to prepare him for the Grand Line. There, Sandersonia and Marigold begin teaching him Haki through repeated attacks. Their training produces visible progress, although Ace is knocked down repeatedly and pushes himself to exhaustion 49 50.
Notable Quotes
“My dream is to be free and live without ever regretting it. I don’t need your help.” 39
“I’ll come aboard, but I’m going to be captain.” 48