Armored dinosaur-themed ship at sea for the Sasaki Pirates

Sasaki Pirates

Who are the Sasaki Pirates?

Sasaki is a member of the Beast Pirates and one of the Tobiroppo, the six strongest Shinuchi beneath the All-Stars. He commands the Armored Division and is known for his Triceratops Ancient Zoan form. His crew identity and place in Kaidoā€™s forces make him a memorable part of the Wano Country arc.

For other crews connected to the New World, read about the Hawkins Pirates and the Drake Pirates.

Wano sea chart for Sasaki's crew
A chart of Wano and its surrounding seas gives context for the crewā€™s setting.

Sasaki among the Tobiroppo

The Tobiroppo are elite members of the Beast Pirates who compete for the chance to rise into the All-Star ranks. Sasaki is ambitious and proud, and his authority over the Armored Division reflects his position within the crew. His clash with the Straw Hats during the raid on Onigashima reveals the power and resilience that make him a dangerous opponent.

Explore more profiles in the One Piece Pirate Crews archive.

Pirate ship crossing stormy Wano waters
A ship facing stormy seas echoes the dangers surrounding Onigashima.

Related crew reading and collections

Continue with the Drake Pirates and Hawkins Pirates for profiles of other captains whose stories intersect with Wano. Browse our Japanese accessories and Japanese clothing collections for related pop-culture finds.

Armored crew gathered on deck
An armored crew standing together suggests the discipline behind Sasakiā€™s division.

Official sources

Consult the official ONE PIECE.com character directory and VIZā€™s One Piece page for character references and the original manga.

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