The Speed of Light and the Marine’s Lethal Weapon
Borsalino, better known as Admiral Kizaru, is one of the strongest Marines in One Piece, famous for his laid-back attitude, sarcastic humor, and godlike speed. As the wielder of the Pika Pika no Mi (Glint-Glint Fruit), Kizaru moves at the speed of light, making him one of the fastest and most powerful characters in the series.
Despite his casual demeanor, Kizaru is a ruthless enforcer of Marine orders, showing no hesitation in destroying pirates, rebels, or anyone labeled as a threat.
Kizaru’s Attributes
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Borsalino |
| Alias | Kizaru (Yellow Monkey) |
| Race | Human |
| Affiliation | Marines (Admiral), World Government |
| First Appearance | One Piece Chapter 507 / Episode 398 |
| Created by | Eiichiro Oda |
| Age | 56 (Pre-Timeskip), 58 (Post-Timeskip) |
| Height | 9’1″ (277 cm) |
| Weight | Unknown |
| Hair Color | Black with gray streaks |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Occupation | Marine Admiral |
| Family | Unknown |
| Signature Techniques | Pika Pika no Mi (Glint-Glint Fruit), Yata no Kagami, Yasakani no Magatama |
Kizaru’s Role in the Marines: The Unstoppable Force of the World Government
The Most Lethal Marine Admiral
- Kizaru is the most dangerous of the Admirals, not because of ideology, but because he follows orders without question.
- His light-speed combat ability makes it nearly impossible to counter his attacks.
- Unlike Akainu (Absolute Justice) or Kuzan (Moral Justice), Kizaru represents Indifferent Justice—he doesn’t care about right or wrong, just following orders efficiently.
Casual Yet Deadly
- Kizaru often speaks slowly and sarcastically, making him seem unbothered even in extreme battles.
- His calm nature makes him more terrifying, as he can eliminate enemies without hesitation while acting as if it’s nothing.
Kizaru’s Role in Major One Piece Arcs
Sabaody Archipelago (The Straw Hats’ Worst Nightmare)
- Kizaru personally arrives at Sabaody to stop Luffy and his crew.
- He completely dominates the battle, effortlessly defeating Zoro, Sanji, and Luffy.
- Almost kills Zoro, but is stopped by Rayleigh, proving he is at least as strong as the Dark King.
- The battle ends with Sentomaru calling in a Buster Call, leading to Kuma scattering the Straw Hats across the world.
Marineford War (Fighting Whitebeard’s Forces)
- Kizaru fights Marco, Whitebeard’s right-hand man, proving to be one of the few Marines who could match him.
- Repeatedly targets Luffy, recognizing his potential as a future threat.
- Battles Silvers Rayleigh again, showing that he is one of the only Marines strong enough to hold off a former Pirate King’s crew member.
Egghead Arc (Challenging Luffy & Vegapunk’s Secrets)
- Sent by the Five Elders to capture Vegapunk, proving how trusted he is by the World Government.
- Finally clashes with Luffy in his Gear Fifth form, one of the most anticipated fights in One Piece.
- Shows no hesitation in trying to kill Luffy, further proving his absolute loyalty to the government.
Kizaru’s Powers and Fighting Style
Pika Pika no Mi (Glint-Glint Fruit)
Kizaru’s Logia-type Devil Fruit gives him control over light, making him one of the fastest and hardest-to-hit fighters in One Piece.
- Light Speed Movement – Moves at the speed of light, making him almost impossible to track.
- Yata no Kagami (Mirror of Light) – Creates light beams that allow him to reflect and bounce around the battlefield instantly.
- Ama no Murakumo (Heavenly Gathering of Clouds) – Creates a sword of pure light, capable of cutting through nearly anything.
- Yasakani no Magatama (Heavenly Jewels) – Fires countless light-speed projectiles, capable of destroying entire fleets.
Haki Mastery
- Armament Haki (Busoshoku Haki) – Can reinforce his light attacks to strike Logia users.
- Observation Haki (Kenbunshoku Haki) – Can track fast-moving opponents, making him almost impossible to surprise.
Unmatched Speed & Precision
- Kizaru fights at light-speed, meaning only the strongest fighters can even react to him.
- His attacks are devastating, capable of one-shotting weaker enemies instantly.
Key Rivalries & Relationships
Monkey D. Luffy (Future Nemesis)
- Defeated Luffy effortlessly at Sabaody, proving that Luffy wasn’t ready for the New World.
- In the Egghead Arc, Kizaru finally faces off against Luffy’s Gear Fifth, marking their true rematch.
Silvers Rayleigh (Old Rival & Legendary Fighter)
- Rayleigh stopped Kizaru at Sabaody, proving that Kizaru isn’t invincible.
- Their battle was evenly matched, hinting that Rayleigh in his prime may have been stronger.
Admiral Akainu (Boss & Opposing Ideology)
- Unlike Akainu, Kizaru doesn’t care about justice—he just follows orders.
- Akainu trusts Kizaru’s strength, sending him to deal with high-level threats like Luffy and Vegapunk.
Vegapunk (Target & Connection to the Marines)
- Ordered to capture or eliminate Vegapunk, proving how much the World Government fears his knowledge.
Kizaru’s Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Fastest character in One Piece, moving at light-speed.
- One of the strongest Logia users, able to attack from any distance instantly.
- Unpredictable & laid-back, making him hard to read in battle.
- Has no emotional weaknesses, meaning he never hesitates in battle.
Weaknesses
- Overconfident, often mocking opponents instead of finishing them quickly.
- Needs a surface to reflect off of, meaning he can’t move in complete darkness or voids.
- Not as passionate about justice, meaning he may not be as driven as Akainu or Fujitora.
Memorable Quotes from Kizaru
- “Oh my, how scary…” (Mocking Luffy and the Straw Hats.)
- “Do you have any idea how terrifying a man with 100 million berries on his head is?” (Sarcastically attacking Luffy.)
- “It’s so troublesome when weaklings try to act strong.”
- “Light travels at 186,000 miles per second… Can you keep up?”
- “Sorry, but orders are orders.”
Conclusion
Borsalino, or Admiral Kizaru, is one of One Piece’s most dangerous forces, combining overwhelming power, untouchable speed, and a detached, emotionless approach to justice. He is the perfect enforcer for the World Government, always following orders without hesitation.
With his recent battle against Luffy in the Egghead Arc, Kizaru may finally be facing an opponent who can challenge him on equal terms. But whether he remains loyal to the Marines or follows his own path, one thing is certain—Kizaru is far from finished.
As he once said:
“Light-speed kicks hurt a lot, you know…” ☀️🔥
