Gion

Biodata

History

Gion went to the Flower Country on a secret assignment from Vice Admiral Tsuru to investigate strangely behaved drifters who appeared to be immortal. At the Abundant Hostess tavern, she introduced herself to Adrian as “Tao Zhi”; he answered with the alias “Tao Ya.” Their conversation turned flirtatious, though Adrian recognized who she was 16 17.

When Adrian fought members of the Second Treasure Navy, Gion watched from the shadows. His speed, Hollow-Hollow Fruit abilities, and defeat of Hog convinced her that he could become a valuable Marine recruit. She invited him to travel with her, but he declined 17 18.

They met again in Loguetown before Roger’s execution. Gion revealed her rank and tried to recruit Adrian directly; he abruptly left after spotting other people in the crowd, leaving her hurt and angry. Tsuru subsequently ordered Gion to watch him during the execution. Afterward, Gion accompanied him to investigate the surviving Gecko Moria and witnessed Adrian defeat him 31 32 33 34.

Over the following years, Gion rose to the rank of Marine Headquarters rear admiral. She was assigned to a Marine recruit-training ship, where she assessed new recruits and considered candidates for her future adjutants. When Adrian, now the notorious pirate White Ghost, appeared aboard the ship, she immediately attacked him with her sword. He effortlessly stopped her strikes, restrained Kompira, and used Positive Hollow: Universal Panacea on her, leaving her angry, embarrassed, and wary of the ability’s effects 268 269.

Adrian explained that he had come to challenge Zephyr. Gion reluctantly agreed to guide him to the training island and lent him her Marine Justice Coat so that he could pass among the recruits without causing an immediate panic. She introduced him to Zephyr and watched their ensuing battle, gaining a clearer understanding of the enormous gap between her own strength and that of the highest-level fighters 269 271 272.

Gion remained present throughout Adrian and Zephyr’s three-day duel. She was impressed that Adrian could contend with her teacher through swordsmanship, Haki, and Future Sight, while also recognizing that both fighters were far beyond her current level. After Adrian noticed Zephyr’s breathing problems, Gion helped persuade the stubborn instructor to undergo a medical examination. Adrian’s suggestion that Gion might someday become an admiral visibly affected her 272 274.

Adrian left the training island while still carrying Gion’s Justice Coat. When Louf noticed its scent aboard the Nether Abyss, Adrian identified it as Gion’s coat and allowed Louf to wash it 275.

By the time of the Sword Trial Tournament on Bird Mountain Island, Gion had advanced to Great Swordmaster. She entered the tournament but was eliminated before reaching her division’s final. Shortly afterward, she joined Vice Admiral Momonga and other Marines in an operation against the Red Hair Pirates. Gion recognized that Adrian was aboard the Red Force, warned the Marine fleet, and fought in the failed engagement. The Marines were defeated and suffered heavy casualties; Gion was left wounded and deeply frustrated when Adrian flew away and the Red Hair Pirates escaped 318 319.

Power Progression

Appearance

• Black hair and red eyes 16 31.
• Has a beauty mark at the right corner of her mouth 268.
• Wears pink heels, black stockings, and black denim shorts during her Loguetown meeting with Adrian 31.
• Wears a white Marine Justice Coat while on duty at Roger’s execution 33.
• Later wears the uniform and Justice Coat of a Marine Headquarters rear admiral 268 269.
• Carries the Famous Sword Kompira 268.

Personality

Gion meets Adrian’s teasing with composed humor, although his unusually direct flirtation initially surprises her. In Loguetown, she briefly blushes during their banter, then regains her professional poise when she approaches the subject of Marine recruitment 16 31 32.

She takes Tsuru’s assignments seriously even when they put her in an uncomfortable position. Still upset with Adrian, she accepts the order to monitor him and is privately relieved when he stays nearby 33.

As her career advances, Gion becomes a disciplined and responsible officer. She remains capable of humor and embarrassment, but is increasingly wary of Adrian’s unpredictability and of the intrusive effects of his Positive Hollow. She cooperates with him at the training camp largely because she wants to prevent a disturbance and because she understands that he could use the ability against her again 268 269.

Gion respects Zephyr deeply as both her teacher and a model Marine. Watching Adrian battle him leaves her conscious of her own limitations, but it also reinforces her ambition and determination to continue advancing. Adrian’s suggestion that she may one day become an admiral visibly catches her attention 271 272 274.

Abilities & Skills

Observation and intelligence gathering

• Recognizes that Adrian is concealing considerable strength and identifies his Hollow-Hollow Fruit ability after watching him intervene in the tavern 17.
• Observes his fight with Hog closely enough to assess his potential as a Marine recruit 18.
• Reports Adrian’s unusual immunity to physical attacks to Tsuru and notes his account of defeating the Moonlight Pirates 33 34.
• Uses Observation Haki to detect Adrian’s distant Ghost Energy attack on a wolf king and immediately realizes what he has done 270.
• Correctly identifies Adrian aboard the Red Force during the Marine pursuit of the Red Hair Pirates 318.

Swordsmanship and Haki

• Wields Kompira with disciplined Marine swordsmanship and rapid follow-up attacks. She can draw and swing the blade almost immediately after detecting an unexpected threat 268.
• Uses Observation Haki in combat and field operations 268 270.
• Uses the Six Powers technique Pistol, firing a high-speed punch toward an opponent’s body 268.
• Advanced to the Great Swordmaster rank before entering the Sword Trial Tournament 318.
• Her swordsmanship and combat ability are strong enough for Marine Headquarters to promote her to rear admiral and consider her a likely future Vice Admiral 268.

Marine training and command

• Trained under Zephyr at the Marine Elite Training Camp 25 269.
• Served aboard a Marine recruit-training ship and evaluated recruits for possible adjutant positions 269.
• Possesses enough field experience and authority to lead or participate in major Marine operations, including the pursuit of the Red Hair Pirates 318 319.
• Shows sound tactical judgment by recognizing the danger posed by Adrian and warning the Marine fleet when she discovers him aboard the Red Force 318.

Relationships

• Adrian / “Tao Ya” / White Ghost — A flirtatious acquaintance from the Flower Country and Loguetown whose sudden departure strains their rapport. Gion later treats him as a dangerous pirate, but still cooperates with him when he seeks Zephyr. Their reunion aboard the recruit ship becomes adversarial: Adrian overpowers her, uses Positive Hollow on her, and takes her along as a reluctant captive. She remains wary of him but continues to show lingering familiarity and regret that he never joined the Marines 16 18 31 32 268 269 274.
• Tsuru — Her superior, who sends her to investigate the drifters and later assigns her to monitor Adrian during Roger’s execution 17 33.
• Zephyr — Her former instructor at the Marine Elite Training Camp. Gion respects him deeply and helps persuade him to seek medical attention after Adrian notices his breathing problems 25 269 271 274.
• Tokikake / Chaton — A fellow Marine and persistent admirer; Gion recalls that he confessed to her thirteen times during their elite-camp training 16.
• Momonga — A fellow Marine Headquarters officer with whom she participates in the failed operation against the Red Hair Pirates. They are both wounded and frustrated by the fleet’s defeat 318 319.
• Marine recruits and adjutants — Gion supervises recruits and evaluates promising soldiers for possible service under her command 269.