The legendary pirate whose legacy drives the plot, appearing primarily in flashbacks and spirit. Production & Reception
The primary antagonist, a user of the Scream-Scream Devil Fruit ( Goe Goe no Mi ), which allows him to fire destructive sound waves. One Piece Movie 1: The Great Gold Pirate
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