Biodata
| Feature | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Shu (修恩) |
| Alias(es) | Captain Shu 32 |
| Gender | Male |
| Affiliation | Marines |
| Occupation/Role | Marine Colonel; Wuli's assigned partner and adjutant-like field commander 28 30 |
| Status | Active |
| First Appearance | Chapter 28 |
Appearance
Shu keeps his face covered by a white cloth, giving him a quiet and intimidating appearance. 28
- Wears a Marine coat bearing the word “Justice.” 32
- His hands turn gray when activating his Devil Fruit ability. 32
Personality
Shu is taciturn and initially difficult for Wuli to communicate with, but he is calm and dependable under pressure. He takes command during a New World storm, later requesting formal command authority because Wuli lacks experience in naval operations. 28 30
He is highly loyal to both his subordinates and Wuli. After being unable to assist effectively against a Sea King, he is ashamed of his weakness and resolves to train until he can fight beside Wuli rather than merely watch. 43
Abilities & Skills
Rust-Rust Fruit
Shu possesses the Rust-Rust Fruit, an ability capable of corroding swords through contact. Zoro remains careful not to let Shu touch his blades because Shu previously rusted away Yubashiri. 32
- His gray-coated hands are used offensively in battle. 32
- He creates an eroding vortex that reduces its target area to dust; Zoro narrowly avoids it during their rematch. 35
- He turns incoming cannonballs crimson after striking them, causing them to explode harmlessly away from his ship. 48
Combat Ability
Shu is a capable close-range fighter and a determined combatant, though he is ultimately outmatched by the post-training Zoro. 32 35
- Challenges Zoro to a rematch after encountering the Straw Hat Pirates. 28 32
- Endures Zoro's Three-Sword Style: Tornado and counterattacks from within the technique. 35
- Refuses to abandon his duel or allow Zoro to reach Wuli. 34 35
- Is saved by Wuli when Zoro's Armament Haki-enhanced Tiger Hunt becomes impossible for him to block. 35
Naval Leadership
Shu displays strong judgment as a Marine officer despite Wuli holding the practical command authority of their partnership. 30
- Guides their warship through a violent New World storm toward clear skies. 28
- Organizes the rescue of civilians while Wuli distracts a Sea King. 42
- Orders the crew to trust Wuli rather than interfere in the Sea King battle, believing assistance would only distract him. 43
Relationships
- Wuli — Assigned Marine partner. Shu requests authority to command their ship due to Wuli's inexperience, while Wuli later protects him from Zoro and trusts him to lead civilian rescues. 30 35 42
- Roronoa Zoro — Former Enies Lobby opponent and rematch rival. Shu seeks to defeat Zoro again but is overwhelmed by Zoro's improved strength. 28 32 35
- Marine crew — Shu commands and protects the soldiers aboard his and Wuli's warship, directing them during the Calm Belt rescue and joining them in Wuli's civilian rescue mission. 42 50
- Onigumo — Shu openly challenges the vice admiral after Onigumo's fleet fires on their Marine ship without warning. 48
- Whitebeard refugees — Shu investigates the hidden Whitebeard Pirates flag and initially suspects the rescued civilians of disguising themselves as pirates. 44
Story Role / Major Arcs
Partnership with Wuli
Following the World Military Draft, Shu is assigned as Wuli's partner. He demonstrates his judgment by navigating their ship through a dangerous storm, then leads the pursuit when they encounter the Straw Hat Pirates' Thousand Sunny. 28
Although both men hold the rank of colonel, Shu explains that Wuli possesses the real command authority; Wuli agrees to let Shu take charge so he can learn from Shu's operational experience. 30
Conflict with the Straw Hat Pirates
Shu takes responsibility for fighting Zoro, seeking a rematch after their Enies Lobby encounter. He stalls Zoro to protect Wuli after Zoro becomes hostile over Wuli's knowledge of Luffy's past. 31 34
Zoro defeats Shu's defenses with Haki-enhanced Three-Sword Style: Tiger Hunt. Wuli intervenes with a water barrier, saving Shu and beginning his own duel with Zoro. 35
Calm Belt Rescue
When their warship finds civilians being attacked by a Sea King, Shu supports Wuli's decision to intervene. He assumes command of the rescue while Wuli battles the monster alone. 41 42
Shu is unable to join Wuli against the Sea King and is overcome with guilt as Wuli struggles. The experience strengthens his resolve to become powerful enough to stand at Wuli's side in future battles. 43
Buster Call Incident
Shu helps defend their ship when Vice Admiral Onigumo's fleet attacks it with cannon fire, then confronts Onigumo over the reckless assault. 48
After learning that a Buster Call will destroy a burning town, Shu immediately volunteers to follow Wuli into the danger zone and rescue civilians despite the vice admirals' orders. 50