Hongou
Hongou is a character in One Piece who serves as the ship doctor and a senior officer of the Red Hair Pirates, led by the Four Emperors captain Shanks. He is a veteran crew member who was present during the group's extended stay in Foosha Village twelve years prior to the main storyline.
Overview
Hongou is a character in One Piece who serves as the ship doctor and a senior officer of the Red Hair Pirates, led by the Four Emperors captain Shanks. He is a veteran crew member who was present during the group's extended stay in Foosha Village twelve years prior to the main storyline.
Appearance
Hongou bears a diagonal scar across his left temple and eye area. His hair is gathered neatly at the back of his head in a slicked-back style. Twelve years ago in Foosha Village, he displayed a rougher facial appearance with missing teeth while wearing a short-sleeved shirt and shorts. In later years, his features appear far more refined, and he wears a long-sleeved shirt paired with trousers and a waist sash.
Personality
Hongou is characterized by his strong sense of cleanliness and neatness. Dependable and conscientious in his duties as a doctor, he is held in high regard and deeply trusted by those around him, including his captain Shanks and Uta.
Abilities
As a medical professional, Hongou possesses swift treatment skills, as demonstrated when treating Gordon. He has an extensive understanding of mechanical and weapon structures, leveraging his manual dexterity to instantly dismantle or destroy an opponent's armaments. In combat, he fights using a long staff matching his height and can perform coordinated attacks with Lucky Roux. Furthermore, he handles internal intelligence tasks, such as organizing data on figures like Eustass Kid.
Background
Having sailed with the Red Hair Pirates since its early days, Hongou spent time in Foosha Village in the East Blue twelve years ago, interacting with a young Monkey D. Luffy. Throughout the crew's journey, including key events such as the Marineford Summit War and the incident on Elegia, he has consistently supported Shanks both as a doctor and a combat officer.
Relationships
Hongou serves under his captain, Shanks, who relies heavily on his medical skill and support. Among his fellow senior officers, he shares a strong combat partnership with Lucky Roux. He also shares history with Monkey D. Luffy from his time in Foosha Village, and has provided care to both Gordon and Uta.
Trivia
Specific details regarding his immaculate nature and his unique technique of dismantling enemy weapons were highlighted in the Volume 40 Billion bonus booklet released for ONE PIECE FILM RED.