Women portraits is definitively the worst part of One Piece, and somehow it seems to be getting worst as the series goes along.
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Women portraits is definitively the worst part of One Piece, and somehow it seems to be getting worst as the series goes along.
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One Piece
Please Oda end this damn arc, it just fucking hurts at this point.
Bleach
Oh look nothing happened, but with Bleach I just expect this so I'm not to mad.
Naurto
Sakura did something....well then.
Please Oda end this damn arc, it just fucking hurts at this point.
Bleach
Oh look nothing happened, but with Bleach I just expect this so I'm not to mad.
Naurto
Sakura did something....well then.
Yeah, this arc in particular has been pretty pathetic (even more than usual at any rate) in how female characters were depicted.
grandjedi6
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It's weird. Usually the portrayal of females gets better as the series goes on, not remarkably worse. Fatherhood seems to be bringing out some damning stereotypes in the author.
One Piece
And to think I actually had hopes for Rebecca actually being a decent female fighter. Her introduction of using Haki to fight in a somewhat unique way had potential, but she's basically just turned into another useless "Oh, I need a strong man to save me" female caricature. I hate how women are generally portrayed in One Piece... Even Nami and Robin are pretty much relegated to "fodder cleanup", while the men get the real fights. It's easily the most frustrating thing about OP, which is so sad since it is my favorite manga series.
And am I the only one that wonders why Doflamingo never used his Parasite ability on Luffy or Law not once during their fight? I was interested in seeing how Luffy would overcome such an ability, but it looks like Oda himself realized how overpowered it is and relegated it's use to situations like Rebecca/Viola. Also, big shocker about no chapter next week, although I had hoped that Oda would have pushed through until the conclusion before taking another break.
And to think I actually had hopes for Rebecca actually being a decent female fighter. Her introduction of using Haki to fight in a somewhat unique way had potential, but she's basically just turned into another useless "Oh, I need a strong man to save me" female caricature. I hate how women are generally portrayed in One Piece... Even Nami and Robin are pretty much relegated to "fodder cleanup", while the men get the real fights. It's easily the most frustrating thing about OP, which is so sad since it is my favorite manga series.
And am I the only one that wonders why Doflamingo never used his Parasite ability on Luffy or Law not once during their fight? I was interested in seeing how Luffy would overcome such an ability, but it looks like Oda himself realized how overpowered it is and relegated it's use to situations like Rebecca/Viola. Also, big shocker about no chapter next week, although I had hoped that Oda would have pushed through until the conclusion before taking another break.
grandjedi6
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90 chapters over a time period of 2 years and 3 months so far.
That's why I read OP every 3 months
You'd think that having daughters would help him portraying female characters better, but apparently not.
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The second longest arc is Skypiea at 65 chapters long. Seriously got to wonder what is going on with Oda to drag this arc out so long.
Rebel Leader
THE POWER OF BUTTERSCOTCH BOTTOMS
Oda needs to end it now
TheRealTalker
Banned
Toriko
Set up chapter but two things stood out for me
Starjun and Toriko combo and that "God" isn't in Area 1
Naruto
lol till this day Sakura still gives Naruto a second thought
OP
Glad he recovered in this chapter instead of prolonging it anymore.... Still sucks that there will be no chapter next week
Bleach
Stuff and stuff and regrouping
Set up chapter but two things stood out for me
Starjun and Toriko combo and that "God" isn't in Area 1
Naruto
lol till this day Sakura still gives Naruto a second thought
OP
Glad he recovered in this chapter instead of prolonging it anymore.... Still sucks that there will be no chapter next week
Bleach
Stuff and stuff and regrouping
Dedication Through Light
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We were so close to a SoTaku finish. If it lasted longer my daily votes could have bridged the difference. 2000 more than fourth place, within a hundred of 2nd. Thankfully at least Soma won.
One Piece 789
The Rebecca scene wouldn't had been bad if she had been treated as a strong character up to this point with her own fight to win, as it is, it felt like dragging an already weak character through the mud.
Zoro should had really went after Doflamingo instead of wasting time on the cage, at the very least he could probably hold his own until Lufy had recovered perhaps even defeat him, shame that One Piece tends to fall under the same structure so often.
The Rebecca scene wouldn't had been bad if she had been treated as a strong character up to this point with her own fight to win, as it is, it felt like dragging an already weak character through the mud.
Zoro should had really went after Doflamingo instead of wasting time on the cage, at the very least he could probably hold his own until Lufy had recovered perhaps even defeat him, shame that One Piece tends to fall under the same structure so often.
Can't have Zoro suddenly defeat such a major villain ( =‿=)
Well he kinda did in the Fishman Island arc. He totally pwned Hody in his initial form, underwater where a fishman is suppose to be invincible no less... although Hody is the true definatiion of a "scrub" in the OP world.
The Rebecca scene wouldn't had been bad had it not been the 5th time this arc this had happened to her and she needed to be protected while crying for help.
Worse, the last 2 times are exactly like this time, where Kyros/Robin swooped in on the last second to defend Rebecca and stop her from fighting.
Like, I don't even know what to say at this point. Had it not be presented like it was meant to be a tense moment, I'd think it was more of a recurring gag.
1. Soma
2. Erina
3. Takumi
4. Tadokoro
5. Hisako
6. Alice
7. Shinomiya
8. Hayama
9. Nikumi
10. Isshiki
Somewhat boring results, but expected in the end. I suppose it makes sense most would cheer for Soma to be the 1st seat, but I sort of wanted to see someone else take the top for once.
The 1 vote difference between Alice and Hisako is pretty insane though.
That what they are, yes.
Even if we ignore that you could vote 30 times for the same character, this is still much higher than her previous result.
Dedication Through Light
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Kuga would definitely be on the list if it was held again. Dont think any of the other current seated members except Isshiki-senpai would make the cut.
Kurokiba Ryou not being up there but Hayama is dissapointing. And then where is Prince of Smoke?! How did people not like him!
Kurokiba Ryou not being up there but Hayama is dissapointing. And then where is Prince of Smoke?! How did people not like him!
One Piece
While Rebecca ended up being a horrible character, Viola has been pretty awesome, down to her (almost) last moments. Pacing has been a bit rough with the cage pushing, wish Oda would have focused on Sabo's fight instead. Oh well, the climax is here.
Bleach
Like One Piece, the pacing has been bad the past couple chapters. Hopefully things will get interesting in the next few. Unlike usual Bleach, this arc isn't really set up for 1v1s so it might open up some interesting fights.
Naruto
Still pretty fun. Not sure why Naruto couldn't cloak the kids since he protected an entire army from harm earlier. At least Sakura got a chance to shine (and subsequently fuck up).
While Rebecca ended up being a horrible character, Viola has been pretty awesome, down to her (almost) last moments. Pacing has been a bit rough with the cage pushing, wish Oda would have focused on Sabo's fight instead. Oh well, the climax is here.
Bleach
Like One Piece, the pacing has been bad the past couple chapters. Hopefully things will get interesting in the next few. Unlike usual Bleach, this arc isn't really set up for 1v1s so it might open up some interesting fights.
Naruto
Still pretty fun. Not sure why Naruto couldn't cloak the kids since he protected an entire army from harm earlier. At least Sakura got a chance to shine (and subsequently fuck up).
The other thing about Rebecca is that her sword can't actually hurt or kill people right? I seem to remember that being a point ...
Yes, which is why the poll was ridiculous from the start (along with how you could vote for Dojima out of all people)
I'm sure popularity does have to do with how the top 10 ended up looking like this, but the purpose of the poll was ultimately to figure out who people wanted to se become the first seat.
With 753 votes in that one. Sure, a lot of the votes here are inflated because people were able to vote multiple times freely, but there is an increase.
Here position in an actual popularity poll might be different though.
Yes, which is why the poll was ridiculous from the start (along with how you could vote for Dojima out of all people)
I'm sure popularity does have to do with how the top 10 ended up looking like this, but the purpose of the poll was ultimately to figure out who people wanted to se become the first seat.
With 753 votes in that one. Sure, a lot of the votes here are inflated because people were able to vote multiple times freely, but there is an increase.
Here position in an actual popularity poll might be different though.
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Naruto 700+6
NO NONSENSE EVIL GUYS IN THEIR SECRET HIDEOUT
Bleach 629
Literally nothing
One Piece 789
Today's tournament? Oh yeah all this has been one day. lol One Piece time
Oh and there's a break next week. Amazing. Oh and yes, Rebecca is terrible.
NO NONSENSE EVIL GUYS IN THEIR SECRET HIDEOUT
Bleach 629
Literally nothing
One Piece 789
Today's tournament? Oh yeah all this has been one day. lol One Piece time
Oh and there's a break next week. Amazing. Oh and yes, Rebecca is terrible.
Naruto 706
The bad mastermind is already in death's arms and she has regenerative power... i'd say she should wreck everything and end this as soon as possible.
One Piece 789
These two chapters of waiting have been more entertaining than most of the arc to be honest, very hype inducing.
Toriko 326
Oooooooh pairings! I like that. CocoXTyran best combo.
Kind of expected to be honest
The bad mastermind is already in death's arms and she has regenerative power... i'd say she should wreck everything and end this as soon as possible.
One Piece 789
These two chapters of waiting have been more entertaining than most of the arc to be honest, very hype inducing.
Toriko 326
Oooooooh pairings! I like that. CocoXTyran best combo.
Shokugeki no Soma poll results
1. Soma
2. Erina
3. Takumi
4. Tadokoro
5. Hisako
6. Alice
7. Shinomiya
8. Hayama
9. Nikumi
10. Isshiki
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Kind of expected to be honest
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Shokugeki no Soma poll results
1. Soma
2. Erina
3. Takumi
4. Tadokoro
5. Hisako
6. Alice
7. Shinomiya
8. Hayama
9. Nikumi
10. Isshiki
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Congrats to Soma for making that comeback and retaining the #1 spot.
And congrats to Erina for still being the most popular girl in the series.
I'm glad that my vote made that one point difference for Hisako.😏
I'm really happy that best girl got in the top 5.
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Naruto
Guess Naruto forgot he can give people 9 tails power to protect them so that they don't have to stand right by him.
Guess Naruto forgot he can make shadow clones to do ... w/e the fuck he needs them to do. Guess he prefers to stand in the same place like he's just daring them to attack him.
Wonder if Sas is regretting passing on that replacement arm yet ...
And Sakura sneak-power-punched the guy right onto death's door step but she is now being punked into doing medical shit for him because of a group of kids?
Ok.
Guess Naruto forgot he can give people 9 tails power to protect them so that they don't have to stand right by him.
Guess Naruto forgot he can make shadow clones to do ... w/e the fuck he needs them to do. Guess he prefers to stand in the same place like he's just daring them to attack him.
Wonder if Sas is regretting passing on that replacement arm yet ...
And Sakura sneak-power-punched the guy right onto death's door step but she is now being punked into doing medical shit for him because of a group of kids?
Ok.
Poor Hachiken reeling from the Nationals. Anyone else get the feeling this is going to get wrapped up in the next volume or two considering how fast time is progressing as well as hiatuses Arakawa has had to take?
Also Viz has an announcement coming tomorrow for a big shonen series, wonder what it will be.
Also Viz has an announcement coming tomorrow for a big shonen series, wonder what it will be.
grandjedi6
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I'm going to assume Oda is a very overprotective parent.
Even worse, while Oda has always resorted to these damsel in distress moments, he used to at least let the women got bloodied up a bit. Nowadays Robin getting her back cut up is seen as a shocking development.
Oda just started too many plotlines this arc and can't help himself from embellishing on each and every one. Between setting up the gladiators for the Kaido arc, all the Kyros and Dressrosa drama, and Law's story, there's enough back story to fill 3 separate arcs.
Shokugeki no Soma poll results
1. Soma
2. Erina
3. Takumi
4. Tadokoro
5. Hisako
6. Alice
7. Shinomiya
8. Hayama
9. Nikumi
10. Isshiki
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Congrats to Soma for making that comeback and retaining the #1 spot.
And congrats to Erina for still being the most popular girl in the series.
Your vote could've made a difference but you didn't vote!
One Piece
Chapter was great, especially the final swap (love it when Law and Luffy work together) but yeah Rebecca is an example of what I like the least about OP.
I mean Oda obviously has it in him to do it the right way. Literally all he needs to do is write a story the same way as he always does, and then just genderswap a few characters (which he is amazing at too). That's all it would take.
To be honest reading about "no chapter next week" was okay for the past few months. I got used to it. But this time hurt, that's pretty much the highest level cliffhanger for the arc (hyped up for 2/3 of the chapter) and it's a week off.
Chapter was great, especially the final swap (love it when Law and Luffy work together) but yeah Rebecca is an example of what I like the least about OP.
I mean Oda obviously has it in him to do it the right way. Literally all he needs to do is write a story the same way as he always does, and then just genderswap a few characters (which he is amazing at too). That's all it would take.
To be honest reading about "no chapter next week" was okay for the past few months. I got used to it. But this time hurt, that's pretty much the highest level cliffhanger for the arc (hyped up for 2/3 of the chapter) and it's a week off.
I think it's safe to say Doffy just can't use it on really strong people. Putting the strings on someone is an attack in and of itself, just like any other attack, and with such a strong attack it makes sense that good fighters will be able to dodge or fight it off.
Looks amazing, really want to see how that turns out
It's pretty okay thus far. Task Ohna's art is nice (a huge improvement over the Fate manga lol) and he draws a really cute Sakura. And the focus given to Sakura at the start is really welcome.
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By the by.
It was revealed in the Jump issue that Erina is going to get another figure.
This one being based on her swimsuit outfit.
It was revealed in the Jump issue that Erina is going to get another figure.
This one being based on her swimsuit outfit.
That's Riku's schtick. Rebecca's was that she always won by throwing her opponents outside the ring.
Looks nice. Might check it sometime in the future.
Compensation for being almost always away from his family due to his work schedule, maybe?
Didn't Diamante make some sort of note about that when they fought in the finals? I seem to remember her saying she didn't want to actually kill anyone.
Just went to check the wiki, and you're right, her sword is blunt.
Talk about being a load.
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Who is making it, Furyuu the same as the prize figure? Surprised they aren't making more, Soma is already sold out and I want Megumi....By the by.
It was revealed in the Jump issue that Erina is going to get another figure.
This one being based on her swimsuit outfit.
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