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@jamcan1: "What's her experience with Devil Fruits? Has she eaten one? Does she know someone who has?"

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Marie ate a Paramecia-type Devil Fruit at the age of 13, and it happened entirely by accident. This event became known in her family as the "Banquet Incident." Afterward, she was confined to a secluded tower for years and later sent far away altogether.

She learned the true nature of her abilities — that they were not the result of a curse, witchcraft, or "evil spirits," but rather the effects of consuming a Devil Fruit (as well as the existence of such fruits) — only nine years later.

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As for whether Marie knew anyone else with Devil Fruit abilities: indirectly, yes. That person had a similar fate, though Marie’s story had a somewhat more optimistic ending.

To understand the context, it’s necessary to introduce her great-grandmother Adelaide, one of the past queens of their kingdom.

Adelaide was a woman with black hair and green eyes who also faced accusations of witchcraft. Her story became one of the reasons why people were so quick to believe that the "evil spirit" had passed down the bloodline to Marie.

Close monitoring of Adelaide’s female descendants continued long after her reign. Daughter, granddaughters, and great-granddaughters were scrutinized for signs of "curses" or "deviations." However, by the time it came to Marie, the youngest great-granddaughter, such suspicions had mostly faded. Her two older sisters were completely ordinary, which further reinforced the idea that the fears had died out with earlier generations.

Then, the infamous incident happened. When Marie’s eyes changed color from dark brown to green — one of the side effects of her abilities and an unfortunate coincidence — people quickly linked it to Adelaide, reaffirming their superstitious fears. In the eyes of society, the "evil spirit" had indeed passed on to the youngest princess.

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"You have been warned. Enjoy your meal."

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So! This is Marie.

She’s my One Piece original character, and I’m actively working on developing her story and personality. Actively, as much as time allows, but I’m trying my best!

A while back, I did something similar, but now I want to try again — a character ask

Because honestly, there’s so much I want to share about her: her story, personality, or just some simple everyday facts, but I don’t always know where to start 🤧

I’d be very grateful if you sent me any questions about Marie — whatever you’re curious about: her past, her relationships, or even some of her little details. I’d love to answer through text, or maybe even draw some little sketches. Or maybe not so little. Or maybe not just sketches 🤧🤧🤧

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Like a proud mom, I want to show how my Marie and Jack have grown - from the first sketches to first more serious works and to what they’ve become now. 🤧

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The first sketch of Marie appeared back in November 2023. At first, I imagined her simply as a mysterious artist, but later this turned into the story of an unfortunate girl abandoned by her own relatives on a deserted island because they believed she was a witch. On her home island, people have only a shallow understanding of Devil Fruits, which fueled their fear.

She was a princess from the late Middle Ages — since that’s the +/- same time period where her native kingdom exists 🤷‍♀️

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At first, Jack was purple. His abilities changed multiple times, but one thing always stayed the same: he was always a wanderer, helping others and existing in a permanent state of calm, almost meditative serenity. Oh, and some features like his hairstyle, glasses, and the four-leaf clover in his hair remained consistent in every version.

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And one more thing. I’m much better at drawing Basil’s nose now...😭

I adore Hawkins, without a doubt. But that nose was my struggle

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Don't leave your belongings unattended ☝️

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Traditionally (a tradition that started last December), I’m finishing the year with Hawkins. Because this character is gorgeous enough for such an important role 💅💕

And I must say, I absolutely love this year artworks 😭

Wishing you a Happy New Year, whether it’s already arrived or is about to!

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So I watched recently The Amazing Digital Circus

Aaaaaand

I drew Basil and Marie as characters from this show 🤧

Should I finish this drawing? What do you think? 🤔

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Marie: "Captain, why don’t you spend more time with the crew?"

Hawkins: "We’re not friends for it to be a necessity. Well...with most of them, anyway. I consider it my duty to give them a break from my presence."

Marie: "Don’t you ever get curious?"

Hawkins: "I enjoy silence, Marie. Sometimes I prefer being alone."

Marie: "O-oh, I see…"

Hawkins after a pause: "Besides, they sing weird songs when they’re drunk. I honestly have no idea how I’m supposed to react to that."

Marie: "You don’t have to! Just join in and sing with them!"

Hawkins gives her a sharp glance, then looks away: "Absolutely not."

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Meanwhile, the songs he's talking about:

° 📼 video from: Carter Vail (YouTube)

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So! Imagine Hawkins as a mysterious librarian who knows all secrets and gossips. She appears silently behind you and vanishes just as quickly. And if you break the library rules? It’s best not to find out what might happen next...

° 📼 inspiration video from: College Life (YouTube)

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You've been visited by Christmas Basil Hawkins with gingerbread cookies.

Hawkins: 'Your path is as clear as the calm sea. Keep going; your success is already written in the stars. The probability of your happiness this holiday season is 99%.'

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° 10 🍪

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Gingerbread Cookies

° for you: @novemberhope

° 9/12 👀

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Krampus

° for you: @elliotphonix

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° 8/12 🎆

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Firework

° for you: @liliaceaae

° 7/12 🍭

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Christmas candy

° for you: @immortal-raine

° a little bragging moment 😭❤️

It would be illegal not to show this beauty...

let’s all pretend no one noticed the absence of number 5. It’ll come out later, thank you 🤧

° 6/12 ❤️

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Garland

° little gift for you: @nozomimi01

° 4/12 ✨️

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Christmas Elf

° little gift for you: @monstersdontdance

° my name is

Marie: "It's becoming increasingly obvious. I can deny it no longer... I am small."

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° 3/12 ❤️

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Gift

° for you: @armiliadawn

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° Number 2 wasn't taken either, so here’s the joy of my heart – little Basil and Marie

And a gentle reminder: if anyone wants to participate, slots 11 and 12 are still open. Info is in the pinned post 👉👈

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Snowman cat

° Marie's initial time with the pirates was a true cultural shock for her. Her home was so far removed from modernity that she had never even heard about a lot of things. Like electricity, for example. Adapting to everyday life proved to be quite a challenge for her.

Here are the top 3 most terrifying household appliances, according to Marie:

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Hawkins: "So, you're telling me that ghosts here don't scare you, but a toaster does?"

Marie: "Ghosts don’t suddenly spit out hot bread at you! Sometimes burnt bread! You must have noticed how no matter how much you try to predict when the bread will pop out, it still startles you."

Hawkins: "No, Marie... I haven’t noticed."

Marie: "Then, maybe you just haven’t been paying close enough attention to this phenomenon."

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Miniature: Marie and the toaster

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Hawkins: "What about the vacuum cleaner?"

Marie: "The vacuum cleaner is an insatiable monster. I’m sure it’ll wake up in the middle of the night and eat my belongings."

Hawkins (raising an eyebrow): "Did Faust tell you that?"

Marie: "Faust knows what he’s talking about. His fears are not unfounded."

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Hawkins: "Alright. And what’s wrong with the sewing machine?"

Marie: "It chatters like a tiny mechanical demon, trying to pierce my fingers if I’m not careful!"

Hawkins: "Seriously?"

Marie: "Yes, and I, Captain, prefer it when my fingers remain attached to me rather than becoming part of a fabric design."

Hawkins: "You just need more practice."

Marie: "By the time I get enough practice, I won’t have any intact fingers left..."

° Alright, here we go!

Since some Advent Calendar slots were left unfilled, I went ahead and filled them in myself 😌💕

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Mistletoe

° little gift for you: @auryborealis

° You know what?

I want to dedicate some time at the start of winter to my other baby, who also deserves attention. Marie is stepping aside a little bit so I can share more about Jack!

"Wanderer" Jack

° Animal Resemblance: Golden Retriever as an ESA (emotional support animal)

° Favorite Food: "Whatever tastes good and doesn’t send me to the grave!"

° Favorite Color: "Depends on mood; every color is beautiful, you know!"

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Once Jack consumed a Paramecia-type Devil Fruit that granted him the ability to absorb and process negative emotions - sadness, anger, anxiety, disappointment, etc. After a short time spent near him, people feel mild calmness. However, with each new encounter, the effect grows stronger, and their emotional wounds begin to heal.

Jack always wants to do more and alleviate others’ pain as quickly as possible, but his body has its limits. Absorbing others’ pain takes a toll on him physically, draining his energy and leading to his frail. If he tried to take on all of someone’s pain at once, it would destroy him. Because of this, his ability works gradually, providing therapeutic relief over time and through repeated interactions.

His abilities are always active, making Jack incredibly calm and composed. He remains unshaken even in the most challenging situations, drawing in people searching for refuge from their inner storms. While Jack naturally gravitates toward those in need, he never speaks about his powers. The people he helps often don’t realize their newfound emotional peace isn’t mere coincidence but a direct result of his influence.

He might seem like a carefree fool at first glance, always joking and unable to take anything seriously. His lightheartedness, tendency to improvise, and perpetually cheerful demeanor make him appear like someone who lives entirely in the moment. However, beneath this exterior lies an innate kindness and a deep understanding of others’ emotions. Jack would never intentionally hurt anyone, not even by accident, and he avoided conflicts at all costs.

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Jack is deeply convinced that his life only has meaning when he’s helping others. He sees himself as a tool for maintaining harmony rather than as a whole person. This sense of secondariness has become so natural to him that he often ignores his own needs, deeming them unimportant. His disregard for himself is evident in his scruffy appearance, his habit of sleeping outdoors, and his tendency to overwork.

Because of his Devil Fruit, Jack can’t feel anger or protest, even when others take advantage of him or treat him unfairly. Any negative emotions he might experience are instantly suppressed by his power, leaving him unable to defend himself or establish boundaries.

Despite his perpetual calm, Jack is aware of the unfairness of his situation. He believes such an ability would be better suited for someone who truly needed it. This belief fuels a sense of guilt he can not express but which drives him to relentlessly seek out and help others.

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Jack never stays in one place for too long, always searching for those who need support. He performs various kinds of work, helping people both physically and emotionally.

In the places Jack visits, he earns a living as a handyman, often refusing payment for his services. For him, the only thing that matters is meeting as many people as possible and easing the lives of those who suffer.

Sorry-sorry, just a little selection of resemblance animals for the characters:

Horse

Roe deer

Arctic fox

Honey badger

Octopus

Anglerfish

And, of course, the kitty - Faust

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Marie, with genuine enthusiasm, places a newspaper in front of Hawkins: "Captain, I’ve found something to keep me busy for the next couple of days while we’re resting on this island! A nanny job!"

Basil, slowly frowning, picks up the newspaper and starts reading: "It says here… a giant drake is looking for a nanny for the weekend to take care of his ducklings? Is this a joke?"

Marie: "What’s so strange about it? Ducks are parents too! And his ducklings are still so tiny."

Basil: "And why are you telling me this?"

Marie: "Because you’re going to help me. You can transform into a straw creature. You’d make a perfect nest..."

Basil: "Stop, no. Don’t even try to continue this thought."

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° Reels from: ryanwalter86 (Instagram)

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I made Marie as some sort of paper doll

It was a bit tiring to cut out all the details since it’s my first time doing something like this, but it seems to have turned out cute!

I'm so happy, hehe

This video inspired me 💕💕💕

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Animal resemblance: Roe deer

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Flower: Sweet Briar Rose

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Favorite color: Green

- when Marie says "green," she means soft, earthy shades

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Favorite food: Marzipan

Food she dislikes: Pork cracklings

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Hobby: Embroidery

- I actually love these kinds of associative details 🤧

If you have any questions about Marie, please feel free to ask. I’d be more than happy to answer!