One Piece's Saddest Death Is Even More Infuriating Than Fans Think

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By Joshua Fox

Published 2 days ago

Ace's death is one of the saddest and most infuriating moments in all of One Piece, but there's a level to it that many people are unaware of.

Ace's death in One Piece was always inevitable according to series creator Eiichiro Oda, making it both tragic and frustrating from a meta perspective.
Despite the controversy surrounding Ace's death, it was necessary for the advancement of One Piece's story and the growth of protagonist Luffy.
While Ace's death is undeniably sad and avoidable, it ultimately benefited the series and solidified its ability to kill off characters and create dramatic tension.