The Icy Wanderer and Former Marine Admiral
Kuzan, better known by his former title Admiral Aokiji, is one of the most powerful and enigmatic figures in One Piece. Once a high-ranking Marine, Kuzan left the organization after losing a ten-day duel against Admiral Akainu, choosing to walk his own path.
Now a member of the Blackbeard Pirates, Kuzan’s true goals and loyalties remain a mystery, making him one of the most unpredictable forces in the One Piece world.
Kuzan’s Attributes
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kuzan |
| Alias | Aokiji (Blue Pheasant) |
| Race | Human |
| Affiliation | Blackbeard Pirates (Currently), Marines (Former Admiral), World Government (Former) |
| First Appearance | One Piece Chapter 303 / Episode 225 |
| Created by | Eiichiro Oda |
| Age | 47 (Pre-Timeskip), 49 (Post-Timeskip) |
| Height | 9’10” (298 cm) |
| Weight | Unknown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Occupation | Pirate, Former Marine Admiral, Wanderer |
| Family | Unknown |
| Signature Techniques | Hie Hie no Mi (Ice-Ice Fruit), Ice Age, Ice Ball |
Kuzan’s Journey: From Marine Admiral to Rogue Wanderer
Marine Career & Justice
- Kuzan was one of the three Marine Admirals, serving alongside Akainu and Kizaru.
- He believed in “Lazy Justice”, meaning he enforced law and order but allowed freedom of judgment.
- While many Marines were ruthless, Kuzan showed compassion, sparing lives when possible.
The Battle for Fleet Admiral (Akainu vs. Kuzan)
- After Sengoku retired, the position of Fleet Admiral was contested between Akainu and Kuzan.
- Kuzan strongly opposed Akainu’s “Absolute Justice”, which led to a ten-day battle on Punk Hazard.
- Despite fighting equally, Kuzan lost, leaving the Marines forever.
- Punk Hazard was permanently altered, half frozen by Kuzan, half scorched by Akainu.
Mysterious Alliance with Blackbeard
- After leaving the Marines, Kuzan joined the Blackbeard Pirates.
- However, his true allegiance remains unclear—he might have his own secret motives.
- He helped Blackbeard capture Pudding, possibly to unlock the secrets of the Poneglyphs.
Kuzan’s Role in Major One Piece Arcs
Long Ring Long Land Arc (First Full Appearance)
- First introduced when he froze the ocean to stop the Straw Hats from escaping.
- Easily defeated Luffy and could have killed him but chose to spare him.
Marineford War (Defending the World Government)
- Fought against Whitebeard and the Pirates, using his ice powers to freeze the battlefield.
- Clashed with Whitebeard, Jozu, and Luffy, proving his immense strength.
- Froze the ocean to prevent Whitebeard’s forces from escaping.
Post-Timeskip: Punk Hazard & Blackbeard Connection
- After losing to Akainu, Kuzan mysteriously disappeared.
- Later appeared on Punk Hazard, meeting Smoker and warning him about Doflamingo.
- Eventually joined the Blackbeard Pirates, though his true plans remain unknown.
Kuzan’s Powers and Fighting Style
Hie Hie no Mi (Ice-Ice Fruit)
Kuzan’s Logia-type Devil Fruit allows him to control, generate, and transform into ice, making him one of the strongest Devil Fruit users in the world.
- Ice Age – Instantly freezes massive areas, including entire oceans.
- Ice Time – Freezes opponents instantly, immobilizing them.
- Ice Ball – Encases enemies in giant ice spheres, leaving them helpless.
- Ice Saber – Creates a sword of ice for melee combat.
- Regeneration – As a Logia user, Kuzan can reform his body when attacked.
Advanced Haki Mastery
- Armament Haki (Busoshoku Haki) – Used to reinforce his physical attacks.
- Observation Haki (Kenbunshoku Haki) – Gives him enhanced awareness in battle.
Incredible Strength & Speed
- Clashed with Whitebeard, one of the strongest men in history.
- Fought Akainu for ten days, proving his immense endurance.
Key Rivalries & Relationships
Monkey D. Luffy (Respect & Caution)
- Fought Luffy and the Straw Hats but let them live, showing he saw potential in Luffy.
- Despite his current role in Blackbeard’s crew, he may still be an ally to Luffy’s cause.
Akainu (Greatest Rival & Opposing Ideals)
- Akainu and Kuzan are polar opposites—Kuzan believes in flexible justice, while Akainu follows Absolute Justice.
- Their ten-day battle changed the fate of the Marines forever.
Smoker (Trusted Friend)
- Kuzan and Smoker share similar views on justice.
- Helped Smoker in Punk Hazard, proving he still cares about certain Marines.
Blackbeard (Ally or Enemy?)
- Kuzan is officially part of the Blackbeard Pirates, but his true motives remain unclear.
- May be using Blackbeard for his own plans or watching him closely.
Kuzan’s Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- One of the strongest Logia users, with the ability to freeze entire seas.
- Master of Haki, making him a balanced fighter.
- Unmatched endurance, proven in his ten-day battle with Akainu.
- Highly intelligent, thinking several steps ahead.
Weaknesses
- Lazy nature, often uninterested in unnecessary fights.
- Overthinks situations, sometimes hesitating instead of taking action.
- Unknown loyalty, making it difficult to know whose side he’s truly on.
Memorable Quotes from Kuzan
- “Maybe justice is just another word for revenge.”
- “No one knows what the right thing is. It’s why we must make our own choices.”
- “I’m not interested in playing hero anymore.”
- “Do you really think I’d sit back and let a monster like Doflamingo do whatever he wants?”
- “Justice will change depending on what side you’re standing on.”
Conclusion
Kuzan is one of One Piece’s most complex and unpredictable characters. Once a high-ranking Marine, he chose to walk his own path, proving that justice is not black and white.
His decision to join Blackbeard raises huge questions about his true motives—is he a traitor, a spy, or something else entirely? Whatever his endgame is, Kuzan remains one of the strongest wildcards in the world of One Piece.
As he once said:
“The world isn’t as simple as black and white. Sometimes, you just have to choose your own justice.” ❄️🔥
