#Usopp One Piece

[wesleysniperking]

Usopp, Representation, and the Black Experience: My Perspective (maybe TL;DR)

Disclaimer: This post reflects my personal interpretation and connection with Usopp's character. I understand that not everyone may share the same perspective, and that's okay. This is just my own take based on my experiences and thoughts about identity and representation.

When it comes to Black characters, I’ve noticed a recurring theme where they often distance themselves from their non-Black friends or take time away due to personal struggles. It’s a reflection of the weight they carry, and sometimes there’s even some regret for doing so. I can think of plenty of shows that have touched on this, and honestly, I get it. A lot of Black people, myself included, feel the need to face things alone, likely because of deep-rooted issues tied to our history, upbringing, and the challenges of navigating predominantly non-Black spaces—especially when tokenism is involved.

I’ve been that person, and in many ways, I still am. My sister and mom often joke that Usopp feels like a Black guy with a lot of “white” friends. They also mention how Black men, especially those in subcultures like the hipster scene, often juggle two social circles. My cousin, a big One Piece fan, is the perfect example of this. Even Jacob Gibson, who plays Usopp in the live-action series, gives off a similar vibe.

I know this might come off as blunt or even as a generalization, but to me, Usopp reflects a part of the Black experience. He’s like the Lando (or Finn) in Star Wars, Link Hayes in The Mod Squad, Noah in Young Riders, and Marcellus in The Originals. He’s the Renee in Ally McBeal, Tucker in Danny Phantom, Black Panther in Avengers, Cyborg in Teen Titans, Gerald in Hey Arnold, James Rhodes in Iron Man, Chris Washington in Get Out, Ben in Night of the Living Dead, and Christopher in Scrubs. He’s that Black guy.

Maybe One Piece could show Usopp as more than just his race, but it’s hard to ignore the connection. And that’s okay. It’s something I’ve been reflecting on for a while, and I wanted to share it.

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[atomikats]

first alliance sleepover on the polar tang

[baby-xemnas]

(Hospital AU) i love that Law respects Usopp

[8balldoodles]

@sanjiaftersex this fucking post had me on the floor it was too accurate

[eriochromatic]

One Piece x Dungeon Meshi 🏴‍☠️🍖

part 1- luffy, zoro, nami, usopp, sanji

part 2 || part 3 || part 4 || part 5 || part 6 || part 7

[dailyrebranded]

Not a thought in that head

[mooneln0ne]

Fucked up one piece creatures (requested)

[redinthesea]

Two quick Usopp redraws from the Egghead opening for funsies!!! I think this might be his best outfit ngl.

[galexonepiece]

Usopp is the only one who’s right.

[jeansagain]

Dinner on the East Blue

[shamblespirate]

You can't choose 5 bc that's my spot

[wesleysniperking]

Bumsopp and the Burden of Masculinity

(part 2 TL;DR)

Yet, the hypocrisy runs deep. The one area where Usopp gets a shred of sympathy is when people talk about his dad, Yasopp. Almost everyone agrees Yasopp’s a deadbeat, and suddenly Usopp’s understandable. Why? Why is that the one part of Usopp’s story that deserves empathy? It says a lot about how masculinity is viewed in this demographic. Somehow, the only time Usopp’s humanized is when he’s dealing with daddy issues. But why is that the only thing people can connect with? What does it say about the larger narrative surrounding masculinity?

It’s as if Usopp, who’s open about his fears and insecurities, challenges what a “real man” should be, and the fandom, in turn, projects this toxic idea of masculinity onto him. He’s not the big macho man like Yasopp or Zoro, so he gets reduced to a joke. But what intrigues me is that some people, particularly those who’ve faced struggles like bullying, start to connect with Usopp as they grow older. They shift from liking Zoro’s bravado to identifying with Usopp’s vulnerability. What does that say? Does it take maturity, therapy, or simply a change in environment to finally accept the parts of yourself that align with Usopp?

There’s a lot of hypocrisy in the fandom when it comes to Usopp. Popular characters with powers and big muscles get a pass for their flaws, but Usopp is held to this impossible standard. It’s unfair and telling. Why is he only worth sympathy when it comes to Yasopp? Why can’t Usopp be seen as a fully realized character with complexity beyond that? It makes me wonder if, for many in the fandom, Usopp represents everything they’ve been taught to avoid: vulnerability, fear, and anything that challenges traditional masculinity. And because of that, they’ll keep calling him “Bumsopp” without ever understanding the deeper layers of his character.

(prev. pt. 1)

[atomikats]

hey what’s that! *redraws your post-ts skypiea crew into the skypiea art style while you’re not looking*

[baby-xemnas]

💒💍

[haunth0use]

EAST BLUE GANG!!!

[orindis]

. • Message In A Bottle pt. 2 • .

|| The first one was simple and fun but now I am ready for the tears. I love my little Bottle AU. 🍾