#ch: sanji

[allbluesanji]

[onepiece-oc-archives]

How to write Luffy in general without him coming across as stupid? I feel like in the animanga when you can see him, it's different from a story, where a reader (like a friend who wants to read your story) who is not a op fan might be confused about why Luffy is acting this way. I feel I write him too childish sometimes... or Zoro being too dumb... but then again I've been accused once of writing Sanji "too normal" because I had him not fall high over heels for every woman he sees and I left out the nosebleed too. How to find the right way to write the characters?

Hiya, thanks for your question!

To say it in one sentence: There isn't one correct way to write a character. You might not want to write things that directly contradict canon but, at that point, are you even writing the same character anymore?

You're definitely right on the fact that a visual format like anime or manga is different from a story though. For example, I would never write Sanji going 100% heart eyes and spinning around the room like a hurricane without human form because that just doesn't sound believable in a story - at least not in my writing style. If you write a crackfic, you can definitely still do that. I'd say: Write characters the way it feels right for you.

How do you find what's write for you? Well, by engaging with the characters. Preferably the main source material, so the animanga or live action, depending on what universe your story is set in. But it can also be helpful to read some fanfic and think: "Hm, do I agree with this? Does this feel right for me? Or does this just not fit the character in my eyes?" In the end, everyone will have their own interpretation of a character and that's okay - and even appreciated! I mean, it would be boring if we all wrote the exact same things, right?

Now, for some character-specific tips. I'm gonna just give a few of my thoughts on Luffy, Zoro and Sanji, since those are the three you mentioned.

Sanji is a great case of what I mean when I say that some things just don't work out in writing, like I already said. What I like to do for animanga!Sanji is to write him like a lovesick fool but without the physical comedy. Because he is a lovesick fool. Or at least he comes across as one. I can't really go into too much character analysis here without derailing the post and diving into spoilers, but he has his reasons for treating practically every woman like a goddess. So, don't be afraid to show that! It's a vital part of his character, so you can't just leave it out. I mean, imagine someone writes Sanji kicking a woman! He would never do that and has repeatedly said so in canon. Well, not yet in OPLA, but I don't see that as a spoiler. Literally look at him and how he behaves towards Nami and Nojiko. Generally, OPLA is a great example of how to make Sanji work without the physical comedy. He's still an absolute fool for every woman but he's not inhumanly weird. I love OPLA Sanji and I will never stop gushing about that - sorry not sorry <3

Zoro! Like with Sanji, you should keep his main characteristics, which is a lot easier for him that for curly-brows, I'd say. Zoro is blunt about his opinions, he has literally no sense of direction and he likes to sleep a lot. So far so simple. I also wouldn't say he's dumb, though he can come across that way. He just... doesn't care. He cares about getting to slice people and has a very pragmatic approach to a lot of problems. But you've gotta remember that he's also very knowledgeable about some things, mainly about swords and fighting technique. As much as it looks like he just rushes into battle without thinking, his attacks are actually thought-out and precise. Put him in the right situation and he might as well be a genius. Unfortunately, that situation doesn't apply a lot of times, so you're left mainly with his pragmatic side. But that pragmatic side actually does a lot of good for the Straw Hats, especially further down in the story.

And now, Luffy... Luffy is actually stupid. Yeah, I mean it, he's not the most intelligent guy. Not a calculated thought in that boy's brain. If he ever comes up with something like a plan, he comes up with it on the fly - and that's not a bad thing! It creates a contrast between him and the more calculated members of the crew. So, yeah, you don't really have to worry about Luffy coming off as too dumb, but you might not want to make it the main point of the scene too often or make it come off as forced. Think about it, how stupid could a human you meet on the street possibly be? Most people don't say nonsensical things all the time. There is definitely rhyme and reason behind the things that Luffy says and does, but he has his own perception of what "rhyme and reason" is. Also, he might not be smart, but he's emotionally intelligent.

I suppose the only way to really "get good" at writing characters is to get really familiar with them and try to understand how they think. Also, to just do it. There have been so many times where I never even got started on writing stuff because I was scared I wasn't going to do the characters justice - but I figured it out on the way, doing what felt right for me, and those fics have become my most popular yet. So, don't be afraid to experiment a little!

There you go, I hope that helped! Have a lovely day <3

[elalalune]

After tea time with 🔥🎩👒

(Wonderland au)

+ wl au notes on the asl brothers

[joy-girl]

NAMI SWAAAAAAN ~ ❤️

[fluffyartbl0g]

THEY’RE ALL SO SILLY!1!1!1!!1

Speedrun/Time travel AU masterlist

@nia-rarita thanks for the ask! (Sorry I couldn’t fit both parts of ur amazing ask into this sbs, but I appreciate all the gushing XD)

[every-monkey-d-luffy]

[every-nami]

sleeping in the middle of the goddamn floor

[newttxt]

slowly elongating this every time luffy befamilys a crewmate

[mintymx]

When did "it" start?

Posting the old zosan comic I made back then because I feel like it :P And now, I will put some long babble similar to the one I put on Insta: I like to think "it" as a reference to their bond of trust. So, I looked around for some possible areas where they could be forming respect/trust.

For Sanji: In my opinion, it would have started since Baratie Arc. Compared to Zoro’s straightforward attitude and determination to become the greatest swordsman, Sanji was more reserved and hesitant about pursuing his dream of finding the All Blue. I like to think that Zoro’s determination and actions may have inspired, if not motivated, Sanji to pursue his own dreams rather than shy away from them.

For Zoro: I was thinking it probably started either Little Garden or Arlong Park Arc. Besides being the greatest swordsman, Zoro cares deeply about his crew and is protective of them. Having someone who can and is on the same wavelength about protecting the crew is important. Despite their frequent bickering, they seem to have this unspoken sense of trust, knowing they can count on each other to protect the crew and have each other's back.

[beaulesbian]

ONE PIECE EP. 1106 || Zoro (not) joining the search party.

chapter 1074

[every-chopper]

[allbluesanji]

                                           SANJI + K N I V E S

[psy-ay-ay]

first fight 🥹

[kaizokuou-ni-naru]

sanji and zoro's shared tendency to only ever use the honorific -kun for each other specifically for the purpose of being cunts will never stop being so so funny to me. (i noted a couple previous instances of this here.)

for example here sanji is going "marimo-kun... died in the line of duty with the one piece right before his eyes...."

[joy-girl]

One Piece 1124

[onepieceanimals]

(The above and below, regarding drawing with his mouth, are answers from the first and last SBS of volume 30, namely chapters 276 and 284. So yes, Odacchi said "absolutely not??" and then did it anyway a few chapters later. He's so silly I love him xD)

they.. a saga in 5 parts...