West Drake

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Drake West
Name
Japanese Name	ドレイク・ウェスト
Romanized Name	Doreiku Nishi
Official English Name	Drake West
Statistics
Species	Human
Gender	Male
Birthday	July 15th
Age	15
Status	Alive
Height	5'8
Weight	102
Blood Type	A
Status
Affiliation	Marines
Occupation	Seaman Recruit
Portrayal
Devil Fruit

Drake West is a Seaman Recruit currently stationed in the West Blue. A young and determined recruit, Drake harbors grand dreams of rising through the ranks to become a legendary Marine, one who embodies justice and inspires hope across the seas just like his personal hero Sora.

Appearance

Drake is a young man with a very muscular build, his physique a a showcase to his countless hours of rigorous training in order to become a marine. He has blue eyes which is complemented by his distinct blond hair. His hair is styled with the top part forming a playful cowlick, while the bottom section is neatly swept backward, giving him a look that many say is so simple it hurts.

Typically, Drake can be seen donning the standard uniform of a Seaman Recruit, which consists of a crisp white shirt emblazoned with the Marine insignia on the back, signifying his allegiance and pride in his duty. Complementing the shirt are blue pants, completing the uniform that symbolizes his commitment to justice and order. Despite the uniform's simplicity, Drake wears it with a sense of honor and purpose, always ready to spring into action at a moment's notice.

Personality

Drake is known by many to be a goofy, upbeat, and hopeful individual, always seeing the good in any situation and maintaining a cheerful demeanor even when times get tough. His radiant smile is a constant presence, lifting the spirits of those around him. Despite the challenges he faces, Drake's optimism never wavers, making him a beacon of positivity among his comrades.

One of Drake's most distinctive traits is his penchant for humor. He has a knack for making jokes, even in the most dire circumstances. His humor ranges from corny puns to outright bad jokes, often eliciting groans and eye-rolls from his fellow recruits. Yet, it’s this very quality that endears him to his comrades, as his jokes provide much-needed humor during trying times. Drake’s ability to laugh in the face of adversity is both a coping mechanism and a way to bolster the morale of those around him, reinforcing the idea that even in darkness, there is light.

Underneath his playful exterior, Drake is an extremely hard worker. He dedicates himself to relentless training and self-improvement, always striving to better himself with each passing day. This level of dedication and discipline is particularly remarkable for someone as young as 15, showcasing a maturity and determination beyond his years. His rigorous routine includes early morning drills, intense physical training sessions, and studying naval tactics and strategies. Drake's commitment to excellence is driven by his desire to be the best Marine he can be, reflecting a profound sense of duty and purpose.

Drake’s passion for helping and saving people is driven by his personal brand of justice, which he calls "Hopeful or Heroic Justice." This philosophy centers on the belief that everyone deserves a champion, someone who embodies hope and heroism in their darkest moments. Drake aspires to be that champion, inspired by the legendary hero Sora, who always stood up for the weak and brought hope to the hopeless. For Drake, heroic justice is about more than just fighting evil; it’s about being a symbol of hope, someone people can rely on and look up to.

To Drake, being a Marine is not just about enforcing laws or defeating pirates; it’s about making a difference in the lives of ordinary people. He believes that through acts of kindness, bravery, and unwavering hope, he can inspire others to believe in a better world. His dream is to become a figure that others can look up to, just as he once looked up to his own hero, Sora.

When Drake is confronted with failure, it strikes him deeply, often overwhelming him emotionally to the point of near despair. His sense of self-worth and purpose are so tightly bound to his dreams that the thought of falling short feels like an existential blow. This is especially evident during his battle with Indra. In that fight, when he is gravely injured and paralyzed—though he doesn’t know it will be temporary—the weight of his failure crashes down on him. Unable to continue fighting or fulfill his mission, Drake’s emotions unravel, and he finds himself breaking down, tears streaming down his face as the reality of his situation sets in.

For Drake, failure is not just about losing in the moment; it represents something far more catastrophic. The thought of not achieving his goal, of being unable to inspire others or become the hero he’s envisioned, fills him with a deep sense of fear and sadness. In his eyes, failing means the death of his purpose, and that, to him, is worse than any physical harm or even death. It’s a fate he cannot bear to face.

Powers and Abilities

Strength and Durability

Drake's most remarkable physical asset is his extraordinary strength and durability, traits that stem from a rare genetic mutation that appears in his family. This mutation enables him to possess a significantly higher muscle mass and bone density than the average human, granting him exceptional physical prowess even at the young age of 15. These traits are not merely superficial; they allow him to perform incredible feats of strength that would be beyond the capabilities of most adults.

Drake's durability is equally impressive. His skin is notably tougher than that of a typical person, providing a natural layer of defense against minor abrasions and blunt impacts. Beneath this, his extraordinarily dense bones act like an internal armor, capable of withstanding significant force without breaking. This combination allows him to endure attacks that would incapacitate others, brushing off hits that could otherwise leave severe injuries.