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| Name | |
| Japanese Name | デューク |
| Romanized Name | Dūku |
| Official English Name | Duke |
| Epithet | "Star Eater" |
| Statistics | |
| Species | Human |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | 20 |
| Status | Active |
| Height | 203 cm (6'8") |
| Weight | 95.25 kg (210lbs) |
| Blood Type | X |
| Bounty |  80,000,000
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| Status | |
| Affiliation | Duke Pirates |
| Occupation | Marshal |
| Portrayal | |
| Japanese VA | Kazuhiko Inoue |
| English VA | Matthew Mercer |
| Devil Fruit | |
"Star Eater" Duke is the marshal of the Duke Pirates, stationed in Paradise. He holds a bounty of 80,000,000 and it is unknown what is his goal and reason for being a pirate.
Appearance[]
Duke is a tall, slim, and muscular man with a tanned skin tone. He has blue-colored eyes with long eyelashes. His hair is black and is covered by a white, cube-shaped hat with a peaked cap. Duke wears a dark shirt with white pants, a jade sash that holds his sword in its sheath, and black shoes, which he calls "church shoes." He also wears a white coat adorned with cutout designs. Duke is always seen with a stoic and stern expression, which intimidates some people.
Personality[]
Though based on his looks, you'd think he's aggressive and harsh, Duke is actually a charismatic, complex, confident, laid-back, and carefree person who often displays a calm and composed demeanor in most situations. Despite his relaxed attitude, Duke is a natural leader who commands respect from those around him, both his crew and allies. He values friendship and loyalty deeply, often going to great lengths to protect those he cares about.
Duke is also known for his wisdom and sense of justice, but unlike many others in the world, he doesn't feel the need to force his ideals on others. He believes in allowing things to unfold naturally and tends to avoid unnecessary conflict, though that doesn't mean he won't engage when necessary or when he wants to. He is also playful and enjoys a good drink or a laugh with his crew. Duke values freedom, bonds, and the pursuit of dreams.
Relationships[]
Powers & Abilities[]
Overview[]
As the marshal of the Duke Pirates, Duke holds the highest authority within the crew and controls everything pertaining to it. With a bounty as high as 80,000,000, nearly reaching 100,000,000, it’s clear that Duke is a dangerous man to have such a high bounty placed on his head. Because of this, Duke is considered an enemy of the World Government.
Physical Abilities[]
Even though Duke uses a sword, he also possesses remarkable physical abilities that make him a strong opponent even without relying on haki or swordsmanship. He is incredibly strong, with a well-built physique that reflects his physical prowess. He also has impressive durability, able to withstand attacks that would seriously injure most others.
In addition to his strength and durability, Duke is highly agile and quick. He can move with great speed, and his reflexes are honed to a high degree, allowing him to react quickly to dangerous situations, whether it's avoiding a blow or catching something mid-air. Duke's physical endurance is also noteworthy, as he is capable of enduring long battles without showing signs of fatigue. His overall physical fitness and stamina allow him to fight for extended periods.
Swordsmanship[]
Duke is known for his use of a sword, specifically a cutlass, which he has named "Shanks" after the famous pirate Shanks, whom he deeply admires. His swordsmanship skills are remarkable and finely honed. He is able to release slashes with his swings when cutting or attacking with his sword.
Weapons[]
Duke wields a cutlass sword named Shanks.