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[One Piece] Ace Died in the War Arc — What Would’ve Actually Felt Acceptable to Fans?

Japanese fans revisit Ace’s death in One Piece’s Marineford War. What went wrong, what could’ve worked, and why the debate still hasn’t ended.

2026.01.18

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[One Piece] “Ace Was a Loser After All?” — Japanese Fans Still Can’t Agree on His Death

Why do Japanese One Piece fans still call Ace a “loser”? A full translation and analysis of a heated 2018 debate on Ace’s death, Whitebeard’s will, and Marineford.

2026.01.10

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[One Piece] Oda Reveals Luffy & Ace at 40 and 60 — Japanese Fans React With Shock, Jokes, and Unease

Eiichiro Oda revealed what Luffy and Ace might look like at 40 and 60. Japanese fans reacted with shock, jokes, and discomfort — especially toward Luffy’s future.

2026.01.06

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