Building Snake

Overview

Building Snake is a character in ONE PIECE. Serving as the navigator and a senior executive for the Red Hair Pirates, led by the Emperor Shanks, he plays a key role in guiding the crew through dangerous seas and is one of the early members present during their stay in Foosha Village.

Appearance

Building Snake is a towering giant of a man, standing out as the largest among the crew's executives. He sports untamed long hair, dark sunglasses, and a prominent dragon tattoo located on the right side of his neck and chest. Twelve years prior, he had shorter hair, wore lighter blue sunglasses, and had the tattoo situated closer to his arm. Over the years, his hair grew out unstyled, his frame broadened significantly, and his eyewear changed to pure black sunglasses. In ONE PIECE FILM RED, he is also depicted wearing a cloak.

Personality

Twelve years ago during his time in Foosha Village, he displayed a lively expression and interacted with the young Monkey D. Luffy. Over time, his demeanor shifted, and he is now frequently seen with a far more stern and serious expression.

Abilities

As a navigator, Building Snake possesses a keen intuition for reading weather patterns and waves. In combat, he draws upon skills as an acrobat, wielding two swords in a tricky technique known as Juggling Two-Sword Style. He combines this swordplay with physical strikes like stomps and kicks, maintaining a remarkably solid defense while surprising opponents with his unconventional rhythm.

Background

Building Snake is a veteran member of the Red Hair Pirates who spent time at Foosha Village twelve years ago alongside Shanks. He continues to support the crew as both a senior officer and their navigator.

Relationships

Building Snake serves under Captain Shanks as an executive of the Red Hair Pirates. He boasts a physical size that surpasses even his fellow executives Lucky Roux and Bonk Punch. He also shares a past acquaintance with Monkey D. Luffy from the crew's time in Foosha Village.