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Biodata
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Arlong (恶龙) |
| Alias(es) | Sawtooth Shark Fish-Man |
| Species/Race | Fish-Man (Sawtooth Shark Fish-Man) |
| Gender | Masculine |
| Affiliation | Fisher Tiger Brothers' Crew 213, Blackbeard Pirates 221 |
| Occupation/Role | Vice Captain of the Blackbeard Pirates 221 242 |
| Status | Imprisoned 273 |
| First Appearance | Ch. 213 |
Background / History
Arlong is a notoriously racist Fish-Man who believes his race is superior to humans and harbors a deep hatred for them 213 214. During Saint Seven's visit to Fish-Man Island, Arlong makes a disrespectful comment regarding Seven, prompting Seven's subordinate Shiryu to effortlessly capture him and Octopus Hatchan 213 214. To save Arlong from execution and protect Fish-Man Island from destruction, Fisher Tiger and Jinbe offer their allegiance to Seven, joining the Morning Star Pirates 215 216.
Following his capture, Fisher Tiger attempts to discipline Arlong and considers sending him to the Marines for re-education to prevent him from causing further trouble 217. However, Arlong manages to escape and allies with Marshall D. Teach (Blackbeard), becoming the first mate and vice-captain of the newly formed Blackbeard Pirates 221 242. Alongside Blackbeard, Arlong participates in pirate activities in the West Blue, incurs false newspaper charges for robbing Celestial Gold, and clashes with Marine Admirals like Akainu and Kizaru 243 245. Ultimately, Arlong is captured by Admiral Kizaru and escorted to Impel Down by Fisher Tiger and Kizaru, where he is imprisoned 273.
Appearance & Distinguishing Features
- Features a long, pointed, serrated nose characteristic of a Sawtooth Shark Fish-Man 212.
- Typically wears an aggressive scowl and maintains a defiant posture 262.
Personality
- Arrogant and fiercely racist, firmly believing that Fish-Man race members are superior to all humans and openly hostile toward them 213.
- Blame-shifting and stubborn, preferring to blame the world or others rather than accept responsibility for his reckless words 221.
- Obsessed with wealth, viewing money as the most reliable and important thing in the world, which aligns him well with Blackbeard's ambitions 250.
- Defiant and fearless when facing powerful foes, though prone to underestimating elite opponents like Marine Admirals 245.
Relationships
- Fisher Tiger — Adoptive elder brother and former captain who traded his freedom to save Arlong's life 215 217.
- Jinbe — Fellow crewmate under Fisher Tiger who despises Arlong's recklessness 213 217.
- Octopus Hatchan — Subordinate and companion who was captured alongside Arlong on Fish-Man Island 214 215.
- Marshall D. Teach (Blackbeard) — Captain of the Blackbeard Pirates, whom Arlong joins as first mate and vice-captain 221.
- Lafitte — Fellow crewmate in the Blackbeard Pirates, whom Arlong frequently quarrels and fights with over hierarchy 262.
- Saint Seven — Celestial Dragon and leader of the Morning Star Pirates who initially captured Arlong for showing disrespect 214.