Based On A Request From My Friend, And As A Sort-of Sequel To This Post

Based on a request from my friend, and as a sort-of sequel to this post

Usopp’s silent genius

Okay, this might just be me being my usual Usopp fan-girl self, but I can't help but laugh at how much Usopp indirectly embodies what real-world snipers are all about—from both a professional and civilian perspective. I love how snipers are known for instilling fear in the enemy, creating hesitation so the infantry can finish the job. They catch the enemy off guard, shaking their confidence. Honestly, that's exactly what Usopp does when it counts.

Snipers aren’t just about shooting; they’re about spotting the enemy and exposing weaknesses. Usopp’s paranoia, his prepper mentality, and his mastery of deception are basically the perfect traits for a sniper. People say Oda doesn’t give him many chances to show off his sniping, but I feel like Usopp proves there’s more to a sniper than just pulling the trigger. He’s the ultimate prepper. While the monster trio charges in headfirst, Usopp is always thinking of Plan B, even if Plan A overshadows it. He’s constantly coming up with backup plans that no one else considers—until they matter. That's why he carries that bag. What’s in it? Plans no one else thinks of.

I know hyping up Usopp might sound nuts, but if you really consider all the cool things he can do, you’d see how he fits into the One Piece narrative. Yet, he’s unintentionally alienated by the crew—not in an angsty way, but because his role forces him to downplay his brilliance. Take the Clima-Tact: Usopp’s the one who made it, and that took some serious engineering, borderline quantum stuff if you ask me. Nami’s practical use of it only works because of his design. If people say he just made a useless stick that Nami had to fix, then why didn’t she make it herself? Usopp’s the genius here, but Nami recognized that genius. He could be way more egotistical about it, but he’s humble.

And let’s not forget, Usopp’s actions aren’t unforgivable because he’s always operated on a strong moral compass. I think he grounds his values in something spiritual, which makes him less rigid than someone who thinks their word is law. Just some thoughts I’ve been mulling over.

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drdontron1

1 year ago

They are so silly

The drawing alone

GRUESOME DETAILS (ME CRYIN')

LMFAOAOAOAOAOOO

i can imagine him trudging towards the posse, his back hunched and arms hanging loosely. all goofy-like (he nearly trips too, mooch stifles a laugh)

as he attempts to (incoherently) mumble an apology, they all greet him with icy silence, each member turning away as if he were a forgotten breeze.

starlo's sniffles start off small but quickly snowball into a cacophony of booming wails and over-the-top snorts: ones that'd make a theater proud

the posse's distraught but funnily enough are quick to join him. this ofc leads to a much needed group squeeze.

and thaaat's why the fiesty five are back! now with double the sensitivity to everyone's emotions! woohoo, everyone rejoice! (i love these idiots so much plz get them out of my head)