The Philosophy of One Piece

Continuing "The Story of One Piece Explained" series, I focus on Free Will and Justice.
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[@MaggotKing556]

One Piece is like an onion. It has layers and makes me cry

[@sureshmaru4559]

😂👏👏👏✌

[@Xanderqwerty123]

And tastes great

[@misters6749]

Onions taste great? Or One Piece tastes great?

[@MaggotKing556]

@@misters6749 both

[@16moons]

Oof. What mood

[@kakakrabbypatty6160]

I just fucking love your choice to only use manga panels to illustrate your points. I always found the manga to have a more beautiful, mysterious and special atmosphere.

[@dylaninfinity9756]

Pedro Caldas With the amount of content in One Piece there is so much material that you can provide evidence for two conflicting theories. It’s called “cherrypicking” and it’s a common occurrence. I’m not saying mr morj does this, but rely on your common sense and reasoning to decide if what someone else makes sense. Often when I make a prediction in One Piece I try to disprove my hypothesis before posting. I make counter arguments and argue against what I want. Doing so often makes your statements a lot more stable against people who don’t believe you. Additionally some line of reasonings can’t directly be shown my any available evidence and common sense is needed. For example, the statement “Akainu won’t be the fleet admiral at the end of the series” we don’t have any precedent to base this off on, however it probably makes sense. But yes, providing evidence for your claims is an amazing thing that mr morj does. Head canoning is clearly enjoyable, but hold up.

[@skykaizoku-o2768]

@@dylaninfinity9756 Isn't cherrypicking the same thing you did? You said HxH doesn't lay plot armour on thick whilst neglecting the epitome of plot armour in the asspull introduction of Nanika's abilities and his revival of Gon, which when I pointed out you made some BS excuse saying "it's not thick" Gosh, HxH dickriders

[@dylaninfinity9756]

Sky Kaizoku-ō When I was using the word thick I was implying HxH doesn’t apply plot armor a lot. Every story regardless of whether their shounen or anime has some kind of instance of plot armor. I was commending HxH for not generally not having characters survive that shouldn’t have survived. HxH often “coddles” Killua and Gon. Somehow Killua was able to fight Youpi albeit for a brief time period really evenly. None of the other characters experienced the massive power up. Just episodes ago they couldn’t even touch Netero nor were they anywhere near Kite. There are issues with HxH I’m aware. However the one thing I was commending it on was the fact the writer isn’t heavy handed with plot armor. By doing so you could understand what a credible threat these enemies posed. I’m not aware of the manga but there aren’t very many instances in the anime where Gon is saved thanks to plot armor, so no for this point I was not cherrypicking.

[@abujamorantoni2164]

Love your comment

[@skykaizoku-o2768]

Dylan Infinity Apologies if I sounded rude. I was being attacked by HxH fans else where 😂

[@albinjohnsson2511]

World government: totalitarian divine command theory Pirates in general: ethical egoism Doflamingo: meta-ethical nihilism Robin: act utilitarianism Luffy: situational ethics Sanji: romanticism Zoro: stoicism / bushido Nami: laissez-faire capitalism

[@manonthemoon5335]

I'd say Pirates in general are anarcho-egoists

[@albinjohnsson2511]

Man on the Moon Sure, they’re not mutually exclusive terms. Ethical egoism = normative ethical theory about how people ought to behave, anarchism = political philosophy about how society ought to function. They’re highly compatible, so why not!

[@manonthemoon5335]

@@albinjohnsson2511 I agree with you that they're compatible. I was referring to Max Stirner's philosophy though. He says that the egoist rejects pursuit of devotion to a great idea, a good cause, a doctrine, a system, a lofty calling, saying that the egoist has no political calling, but rather lives themselves out without regard to how well or ill humanity may fare thereby. This is commonly accepted as anarcho-egoism

[@albinjohnsson2511]

Man on the Moon Ah, I see! Yeah, that seems to fit perfectly :)

[@stereoraptor6940]

i'd say blackbeard and luffy are both moral nihilists. however, while luffy does what he wants in the name of stopping an oppressor, blackbeard wants to destroy everything in order to create order. the idea doflamingo presents at marineford is the answer to what's wrong with blackbeard's philosophy.

[@ipathskater4]

This dude is criminally underrated in this community. Deserves WAY more subs. The depth he goes into for videos, the thought behind his ideas, the way he articulates those ideas....bravo my man. Just know that those of us here appreciate the work you do.

[@kelliecanscan3364]

Only ppl who see with open eyes like us (ppl who understand a deeper meaning of oda's story) can appreciate videos like this. We are the pirates of the real world 👏😂

[@gravellergear4703]

Arrrgh for pirates!

[@Doomroar]

I found him by mere chance because YT recommended him to me, otherwise who knows how long it would have taken me.

[@SkuLL_Pirate]

​@@gravellergear4703 aye aye capt'n

[@OctopusHermit]

I've always liked how there's a sort of id-ego-superego dynamic between the bad pirates, good pirates, and the world government. Rather than telling a story about one side versus the other, the Straw Hats are placed in the middle and are forced to contend with both extremes. What I enjoy about these types of stories is that they emphasize the importance of being balanced.

[@vincentparra1175]

*thanos voice* it's all about...balance

[@sakura5sango6]

I loved that since the start too because that makes it more deep and "real". But I think the MCs are not in the middle, as they're pirates so they're more, you know, pirates-like than "order"/marines/WG-like xD I also don't think Kurohige's "freedom is the contrary as the authority/too much control of the WG/Marines, because what he does is not freedom, but licentiousess, which is an extermo of believing you're free, but being controling about it because you have no moral compass. Not sure if that explains well my point. Tha things is that the Mugis have an ideal philosophy that gets targeted by both ends anyway want others or not, so yeah LOL.

[@EmeraldaKasim]

Wow, this is a great analogy. I am currently playing a game called Xenogears that goes heavily in Freudian and Jungian psychology, id, ego, super-ego, idea of the shadow, enneagram of personality. The story emphasizes balance incredibly, mostly inspired by Jung’s idea of the anima and animus; the importance of the masculine developing their inner opposite (feminine) and vice versa. Absolutely incredible game. The best video game story you will ever play. anyways this stuff fascinates me and I never thought of OP in a Freudian way like this, cheers

[@OctopusHermit]

@@EmeraldaKasim It's definitely on my to-play list. I hear nothing but good things!

[@al3xand993]

​@@sakura5sango6I think the true middle is the revolutionary army

[@joelisnthere2064]

The brilliance of the philosophy of OP is rather than attack several ideas at once, it takes freedom as its base and expands on it as much as possible while maintaining its core. Its simple turned complex rather than complex trying to be simplified. Even the art style mimics this method where overly simplistic art/biomes are made complex the further into the story we get which was inevitable, but helps tell the beautiful story that is One Piece. Appreciate your work bro.

[@manonthemoon5335]

One Piece has very strong anarchist and revolutionary themes, which is part of the reason why I love it so much. It well and truly embraces the idea of freedom

[@ahumblebountyhunter]

Love your pfp

[@ADerpyReality]

Anarchy and chaos are used interchangeably. Luffy encompasses much of anarchy, absence of government and absolute freedom of the individual, regarded as a political ideal. There are many different versions of anarchy though freedom and lack of heiracy are in most. Most still set systems so everything moves forward. A state of disorder due to absence or non-recognition of authority or other controlling systems. Example of anarchy? A police officer not writing you up for jaywalking.

[@WorldGovernmentGeoInstitut]

@@ADerpyReality I know your point, but a police officer shouldn't even write you a ticket for thinking you're walking in a wrong manner. That's so stupid and cartoonishly authoritarian.

[@DanielClips_]

interesting to see that Luffy restores monarchies

[@JosepCoronadoTV]

You really are on a whole league of your own within the One Piece community. Splendid job Morj!

[@achrefgaming3377]

he desrieves more subs and likes

[@92JazzQueen]

In other words, both sides can be bad. The Strawhats are basically chaotic neutral forces, who are willing to do heroics because of the relationships they form with the oppressed. In fact, it's often the supporting characters who spout out the big morals instead of the main characters.

[@GyroZeppel]

True, but all of the Strawhats are morally just and stick up for the oppressed in every situation.

[@m.pensive]

I'd say the Straw Hats are Lawful Neutral! They're neutral because they don't care about anyone's law, they just kind of follow their own interests and feelings, but they're lawful, because they're principled people with specific values and standards and things that they very much care about deeply.

[@Punaparta]

@@m.pensive That's not what Lawful means you dumb fuck. Seriously, what do you people even consider Chaotic, then? Who would you see as Chaotic Good? And what's the difference between Chaotic Neutral and Chaotic Evil?

[@warrenbradford2597]

@@Punaparta I agree with you, but I don't think you have to insult him just for being wrong. Trust me, I seen way more idiotic comments than Sown's.

[@RoronoaZoro-ur6hr]

@@m.pensive , Luffy is either Chaotic Good or Chaotic Neutral depending on the arcs he’s in, so if anything he’s closer to Truly Neutral than a Lawful Good Person like Naruto, Sengoku, Garp, Koby, Fujitora, or Smoker for that matter.

[@sarutc47]

A literary work that will stand the test of time and become a classic is one that explores the fundamental duality of chaos and order. One Piece is truly a literary masterpiece that transcend borders and culture. Thanks Mr. Morj for making these videos.

[@vojtechtesar5767]

The best aspect of One Piece´s take on Good vs Evil is that it isn´t really Pirates vs Marines. It is freedom vs oppression. And oppression can be represented by both pirates and marines.

[@Anaaewp]

I recommend you to read a book called "The many-headed hydra", it's a social History book about pirates, I'm 1000% sure Oda has read it before writing One Piece. The thing I love the most about OP is how it takes a lot from our world's history and translates it into another oversized version of it. One Piece's morals are complex because so are our world's, and if you read that book you'll see that a lot of piracy was exactly how it is depicted in it. One Piece is an AMAZING source for social history and moral philosophy too, which is the main reason I absolutely adore it. Oda is hands down the best world builder and character builder in manga history, and one of the greatest in fiction in general. I'm yet to find a better constructed villain than Doflamingo in any piece of fiction tbh.

[@pen3169]

Oda really does translate history into One piece. Especially with the wano arc currently. I feel like im reading a less boring version of Japan's history

[@siegpasta]

@@pen3169 lmao not quite, but I see what you mean 😂

[@redx589]

Oh! It's Here! It's about time too. You surpassed my expectations on this one Morj. This really came out nice.

[@ultradevo]

I really do admire One Piece for its creative use of the hierarchical power structures. I always felt that it was very self-aware in slapping the generic "goodguy" "badguy" labels on pirates and marines alike, but it addresses the illusion of those power hierarchies being just surprisingly early (with Coby and Luffy's meeting, as you stated). The reason I believe it is an excellent world-building tool is because not only does the reader get to, both consciously and unconsciously, contemplate who is in doing the "right" thing in the current situation and vice versa, but it is made extremely easy to follow through the reflections of those moral dilemmas in the Straw Hats and other major characters. Good video.

[@BlueTenorSax]

If a song writer, Bob Dylan, could win Nobel prize for literature. Oda should get one too!

[@n124ajdx]

Japonaise is underrated when it comes to noble prize . Especially in literature

[@MJ-mi5sb]

If oda was a english writer i think he would’ve already had one

[@asherkahtan3914]

He should get the Booker Prize.

[@lucillelacroix2735]

First I saw the title, and I was like "yessss", and then I saw "Mr Morj", and I was like "OMG YES this is gonna be the best thing ever!!!!"

[@dantecrottogini529]

This is why One Piece is amazing, your analysis is fantastic

[@MikManc]

I always loved this ideology about One Piece but was never able to properly put it into words. You perfectly summed up the conflict of order vs. chaos that makes One Piece’s narrative so engaging. I really appreciate someone like you being able to explain the overarching meaning behind the series so well!

[@behanort4556]

It really makes me mad when people talk about One Piece as "typical shonen". By "people", I mostly mean creators who cover anime, but don't mainly talk about OP, and general anime fandom. They act as if One Piece is just this another mainstream shonen series, and when they say "shonen", they mean: - dumb, - without depth - literally evey conflict is solved by "POwEr oF fRenDsHip" (which as we all know, is a bad, and a "sHoNeN cLIcHe" , which makes it double bad) - mindless entertaiment made for, and enjoyed by the normies, - it's "tropes" need to be "dEcOnStRucTeD" in order to be worthy of analysis Mathwiz made an excellent video, talking about how people tend to misrepresnt, and looked down upon this genre (mostly in the context of Bleach). Anyway, as always: You are the best OP youtber out there, Mr Morj-senpai!

[@Blackmage456]

Behanort anime elitism is honestly the worst. It doesn’t make you look superior, it makes you look hella cringey and an asshole

[@redx589]

^So much this. Both of you are on point.

[@achrefgaming3377]

yeah

[@ThatAlphamonDude17]

I've never agreed to something as strongly as with this.

[@behanort4556]

@@Blackmage456 still, even though shonen now seems to either mean "mindless trash" at worst, or "guilty pleasure" at best, this genre remains to be most dominant, most refrenced, and the most talked about in all of western manga/anime community. Sometimes, I really don't understand us, weebs

[@capitanodisseo429]

I was honestly moved by your final speech about a dream world... A MAN'S DREAM, NEVER END!!

[@lucillelacroix2735]

Aw man, this was amazing. I mean, One Piece is my all time favorite manga and I'm a student in political philosophy, so, like, your video is pretty much everything I love. And, consequently, I have wayyy too much to say about it, but I'll try to keep it short (I mean, as short as I can, because I probably could write a whole book about this). So, first, let's just say that this conflict between absolute authority and pure anarchy has basically been the central problem of political philosophy since the beginning of human history, from Plato to Marx to Foucault and, like, just everyone else. It's just THE question that, if we were able to answer, then we would probably be able to live happily ever after. And you're right, this question is central in OP, and the manga gives no clear answer, which is one of the things that make it pretty amazing. But I think I don't fully agree with you on one point, that is the idea that there is an anarchist "pirates' mentality" which would be like "do whatever you want". I mean, I totally get where you come from and I don't even think you're wrong, but at the same time I think that it is a mistake to consider Luffy's and Blackbeard's ideologies as belonging to the same kind of ideologies. Of course they are very much alike and of course both of them are very closely linked to the concept of freedom, but still, I believe they differ in very very significant ways. And it actually ties in to the concept of "anarchy", which actually has pretty different meanings whether you use it in common language or in political philosophy or politcal science. It's kind of hard to say that the Strawhats are fundamentally anarchists, since they have a leader, Luffy, which is really contradictory with anarchist principles. You could say they are liberals, in the political sense of the term (they value freedom above all else), but it's not exactly true either because they are also egalitarian, they want everyone to have the same freedom and despise any form of unjustfied hierarchy (which would be closer to anarchism). In some aspects they are also close to libertarianism but, once again, not entirely, because they recognize and fight systematic oppression like racism... I believe Blackbeard's ideology can be defined as libertarian, "do whatever the fuck you want to do", but libertarianism is not anarchism, just as Luffy is presented as fundamentally opposed to Blackbeard, because yes, he wants to be able to do whatever he wants to do, but he also wants everyone else to have that liberty, which is in fact a huge difference between both, and a huge difference between anarchism and libertarianism (and yeah as I've already said it would be wrong to label Luffy and his crew as pure anarchists, but that's also precisely what makes them great, you just can't label them, they are in this weird in-between that you just cannot precisely define with pre-existing concepts). So, to me, Luffy and his crew are closer to anarchism than to any other ideology, but 1) their anarchism can absolutely not be reduced to the idea that "you can just do anything you want' (which is the case of anarchism as a philosophy in general I believe) and, 2) some aspects of their philosophy are just plainly in contradiction to any kind of anarchism. And the last thing I'd like to mention is your sentiment about the idea that finding a solution to all this is just a utopia. I mean, maybe it is, I'm not saying it's not, I just firmly believe that trying to build and understand utopias is actually an important and valuable work, which can in fact create a lot of great stuff. In some way it's the same problem I have with the common use of the word "anarchism": it's not because it seems impossible that it is, because the world has already transformed numerous times in ways that seemed not only impossible but just completely unthinkable in the past. (Okay, this was way too long, but, well, I've tried my best)

[@behanort4556]

Not gonna lie, that comment I made that is at he top now, I made it before watching the video. I just wanted to express my gratitude for Morj, for being someone finally giving OP credit and attention it deserves. But, regarding the video: Even though I liked it, It pissed me off how he made the series to be more centrist than it actually is. Also, him making the common mistake of fundemantally not understanding anarchism, but also political spectrum in general.

[@redx589]

@@behanort4556 Maybe, but look at it this way; It's the first step towards genuine in-depth discussion on the philosophy and themes of One Piece. If someone in the future has anything to add, they can make their own. Thus resulting in people giving One Piece more of the analysis it deserves.

[@behanort4556]

@@redx589 You may have a point. But, for the most part, most people in this day and age are either centrists or neolibs, and as such, are most likely to analyze art through their "MUH BOTH SIDES BAD!" framework. Which is a shame, because One Piece is a truly complex story filled with hundreds of diffrent themes, and I'm 100% certain it does not fit within the horseshoe theory

[@casperg3rl789]

@@behanort4556 Agreed! This video was so great until the last couple of minutes when Morj inserted his own morality into it by saying that there is no real world solution (classic centrism) and that increased freedom will always require some powerful centralized authority to bring wrong-doers into check. It's true that there needs to be some powerful force to bring wrong-doers into check, but the idea that it has to be a centralized authority like a state or military is pure neoliberal/centrist propaganda. We can definitely move beyond centralized authority and develop community empowerment to protect ourselves and keep up the never-ending fight against freedom. Thanks for adding. And same to Lucille LACROIX, building utopia is a never-ending project, but I can't stand centrists who act like doing nothing is the rational choice because "both options are imperfect"!

[@behanort4556]

@@casperg3rl789 Ohara imo made a great essay on OP's version of "grey morality". Basically, instead of going for an easy "A & B are equally flawed", Oda decides to show people having their very own, unique goals, ideologies and moral codes, that can vairy from well-meaning, but ultimetly misguided Sengoku, to a ruthless fanatic like Sakazuki, ending on Big Mom, who may or may not be an actual demon ( or at least an antichrist, but who knows tbh)

[@skykaizoku-o2768]

One Piece is so saturated with poorly-constructed theories that people no longer take analytical videos like these seriously, hence the lack of analysis videos for One Piece. It's honestly disheartening and it's a shame you're experiencing the effect of this. Your video deserves MUCH MORE views. One Piece also deserves more dissecting because it does the best in what it does in the shonen category. Only one that comes close is HxH

[@behanort4556]

One Piece, HxH and JJBA are the Holy Trinity of shonen

[@MarkyMatey]

@@behanort4556 FullMetal Alchemist, One Piece and HXH

[@inthecloud1156]

@@behanort4556 eventhough I liked and watched JJBA fully... I don't know how its deep and has a strong theme

[@Portthefirst]

Sky Kaizoku-ō OP, Fmab and HxH is the holy trinity of battle shonen. The order is based on personal preference. Some prefer HxH more than the other two, and vice versa. All masterpieces on their own.

[@z39836]

Ajay Avinash each part has some pretty obvious theming in them tho, especially later on. Part 7 and 8 outright tell you the theme at the start of the story

[@hayazanpresent910]

Go donate a dollar to this man, what is that , a dollar a month for man that is changing perspective or better way to put it opening mind to many uninformed and ignorant fans, Mr Morj and Craftsdwarf are gold of this community, they deserve support

[@godussop391]

Marko Marinkovic I’m gonna do the same thing tbh, it’s really only a dollar

[@MechaStorm7]

I gotta say ... YISSSSSSS

[@alib6936]

Throw in Ohara in that one as well. He’s done a couple of good Straw Hat videos based on individual characters and their overall greatness.

[@orzdxy]

one piece is the only Manga that saved my life during my darkest years

[@apokolypx]

if you don't mind me asking what happened?

[@dexie135]

Same here it coloured my dark phase

[@that1indianguy664]

I’ve already watched all of Mr.morj’s analysis vids on one piece...time to rewatch them😂

[@Zeugnimodms]

Mr. Morj and Craftsdwarf both post within the same week? Oh boy!

[@SR-kh6yq]

This might be my favorite video from your channel! I loved how you used the image of the "justice-evil" line from Punk Hazard

[@MechaStorm7]

It's about time I realized Oda LITERALLY DREW THIS LINE and Smoker's marines crossed it.

[@SR-kh6yq]

@@MechaStorm7 Yeah they crossed it to get Sanji's food and party together :D the interesting detail is that if you look at 10:48 Smoker is the only one who never crossed the line, and is still sitting behind where the old line was

[@ZincFrog]

This video was a joy to watch. I feel that I love One Piece a little bit more with every grand scope style video you make.

[@miguela.2040]

Doffy: Those who stay at the top decides what is good and what is evil

[@pie4dessert]

I've always read One Piece's story not as a conflict between systems but between individuals. For every Luffy there is a Black Beard, for every Akinu there is an Akoji and, for every King Riku there is a Doflamingo. Be it freedom, authority, or physical might good people will use them for good and bad people for bad. I don't think Oda cares if totalitarianism or anarchy wins so long as good triumphs over evil.

[@vojtechtesar5767]

Exactly. Evil and Good in One Piece are not represented by organizations, but individuals.

[@heyarnold7256]

Honestly I think Paddington said it best: "If people are nice and polite, the world will be right".

[@zhakartheambitious2652]

Zehahahahaha what a nice world to imagine but reality is not so nice once you realized that the world made these people who they are right now

[@abujamorantoni2164]

Thats dump shit If theirs no bad people, good peoole would never exits.

[@abujamorantoni2164]

Waht is the meaning of good when theres was never a bad thing

[@abujamorantoni2164]

@fibonaccho yes exaktly

[@heyarnold7256]

@@zhakartheambitious2652 No shit dude. I know reality is currently different. But thats the whole point. "If" all Pirates were like Luffy the government wouldn't need to crack down on pirates. Luffy's way is the correct answer to the problem. Do what you want. Just don't be a dick. lol.

[@everything1932]

And yet you constantly see people saying one piece is "garbage" and my hero academia and naruto are masterpieces

[@MJ-mi5sb]

Mha and naruto are masterpieces in their own right but no anime does it like one piece

[@WorldGovernmentGeoInstitut]

I literally can't think of any other franchise (let alone manga or any other Japanese franchise) that subverts and deconstructs authority the same way One Piece does. The WG has full institutional and political power yet they're clearly bad guys that have brainwashed 99% of people and yet Luffy doesn't care that they are as long as they stay out of his way.

[@KK_Draws_Stuff]

Every single time I watch one of your videos on one piece its so eye opening and intelligent - it really brings out aspects of the story I haven't even considered or thought of in these ways. If you ever do delve into other series with this kind of analytic level of discussion, i'd be more than happy to see those too

[@midnightflare9879]

Other authors: Hm...good society or bad society? Oda: Both. Both is good.

[@G1Don2rox]

This is pure gold. I always loved one piece mainly due to its realistic representation on Philosophy even after being a fictional work with fantasy . So glad someone made such a majestic video about it.

[@daemonspade8316]

My god man this was amazing. Very well thought out and conveyed. Everything you mentioned about Marineford was amazing.

[@LitOwl93]

Wow, wooow I never would’ve guessed anyone would take the time to break down Oda’s masterpiece to its core and discuss its genius in depth .. kudos to you sir, and the effort you put into this is duly appreciated

[@garysochnikoff8942]

Splendid, profound, intelligent and entertaining video as always! You really are the peak of the One Piece community

[@myshadow3074]

This is one of my most favourite video on the Internet. Morj has outdone himself on this one. The idea was so well presented in simple words. Really brought ought the true beauty of the dichotomy of Authority and Freedom in the world of one piece paralleled to our own relatily.

[@frauleinzuckerguss1906]

So many good One Piece analysis videos this week! 😍

[@fikriharswa1429]

Can i get youtuber recommendation beside this man?

[@frauleinzuckerguss1906]

@@fikriharswa1429 I personally like Tekking101 (though he's not everyone's cup of tea), Craftsdwarf, Ohara is also a very great analyst

[@frauleinzuckerguss1906]

@@fikriharswa1429 I also like Nux Taku, though he doesn't only make One Piece videos

[@fikriharswa1429]

@@frauleinzuckerguss1906 thx man, now i have video to watch

[@frauleinzuckerguss1906]

@@fikriharswa1429 No problem

[@tidusjecht8978]

Mr Morj is one of the most underrated, amazing One Piece analysers out there. Good job on this video man!

[@stereoraptor6940]

as someone who's very familiar with that brand of philosophy, the way you put it broke my mind a bit... i never thought about it all this way.

[@blueeyednick]

Amazing as always, you are one of the few people who actually show how good One Piece really is.

[@danielyusef7904]

Wow the last few minutes of this video almost made me cry. "So which is worse? Absolute authority or anarchy?" Wow! So basically the summary of the video: Absolute authority and anarchy are both mostly bad but we know that in the end Luffy and the strawhats will be the winners and have AUTHORITY to rule the world but since the strawhats are not oppressive like it will feel like there is no authority but anarchy (freedom) in a good way. Oda truly is a genius and thank you Mr Morj you are awesome.

[@MrTMan0071]

Dude, you make want to rewatch one piece from episode 1. You're soo good at detailing everything that's open for discussion but also rooted in your facts and opinions that are fluid. Well done!!!

[@hernando1996]

I discovered your channel today, and after checking out every video I just had come here and really thank you for the amazing content. You have reignited my passion for the series

[@logout717]

I almost teared up watching this amazing video. Everything I thought about One Piece was put into words. I can’t even come close to explaining this the way you did. To think Oda made a story like this is mind blowing. That’s why he’s the GOAT and so is this series. I applaud you for this video man GREAT FUCKING WORK!

[@hebreezwawa360]

this video is the embodiment of pure beauty good job Mr. Morj

[@potentialPizza8]

Great video as usual! At first I was a little hesitant to say One Piece is unique for the way it sets up its conflict, but the more I thought about it, the more you're right that most stories will still simply focus on one even if it sets up two, which One Piece doesn't fall into. I think there's likely some good additional examples of this in fantasy novels, at least moreso than in movies and manga, but I don't think there are many. I think the elephant in the room is how much the themes of One Piece are similar to certain real life philosophies and political theories. Not that I really want to be discussing that can of worms, but it does surprise me I haven't seen more of it. Feels like certain groups could very easily latch on to One Piece's themes (though perhaps at the surface level more than the real answer).

[@sasakihaise5739]

Hmmmm Shut the fuck up

[@irvingzisman6939]

@@sasakihaise5739 stop clicking on these videos if you have nothing to contribute, skrub

[@m.pensive]

I think it's not discussed because One Piece isn't really a very political manga per se! I don't think anyone views Oda as a political individual who has a message to preach. And really, that's what makes One Piece so appealing, it has values but it's not preachy! it shows rather than telling, which is the correct way of portraying philosophy OR politics in a fictional setting. The reason why this is great is because the story just lays out the facts, it shows plainly the reality of the situation in this fictional world, and leaves it all open for reader interpretation, so that YOU can reach your own philosophical/political conclusions without the story having to tell you "yeah this position is the best one to have." And by having it be in a fictional setting not related to any real world nations or states or anything of the sort, the relationship between what happens in the story and what happens in real life is also left up to interpretation, so the story has a heart, and a spirit, but not an opinion. I think that's genius. However, we do have to see how the driving conflict plays out throughout the ending of the story for us to really conclude whether or not the manga wants to actually tell us something very specific, so keep an eye out for that!

[@wwe12153]

@@m.pensive of course it will tell us, Oda built for it for years

[@Feferedon]

I get excited over your video notification even more so than for a new OP chapter. Keep up the good work.

[@NotTheWEJ]

Haven’t even watched yet but I know it’s 🔥

[@truthseeker2097]

Love you man. Great video. It will be an even greater day when you apply this same logic to the real world. The line, "the viewer favors freedom over absolute authority, but prefer order over chaos." This line is the dictating line of the human condition itself, especially in this day and age. The Dream is the realest thing that exist.

[@hayazanpresent910]

man.. Cannot wait for your videos on Inherited will and people's dreams. These two topics are the reason why I love One Piece

[@mohakwathare4132]

Just nailed it brother. Completely felt the essence of One Piece through your video. Damn well made.

[@Rafaelzation]

“don’t try to find reason to somebody’s love” - Sengoku

[@bismuth2966]

Always find myself rewatching this entire video every once in awhile, truly one of your best!

[@thehandel112]

Damn the moment when one piece is just SO Great that it can make me cry a little just listening to a video about it's philosophy and thinking about it

[@henrypeters5291]

This is the video I have been waiting for since I started watching one piece.

[@angelheart1701]

Yet another amazing and super thoughtful analysis! I struggle with this exact issue while reading One Piece!

[@Oblivionknight]

Your videos are literally the best One Piece content on youtube. I dont know how, but we need to multiply that subscriber count by 10x

[@mugiwaranotesla1382]

man you really explain it well.. this is the main reason why i watch one piece

[@heyarnold7256]

I don't comprehend how this video can even have dislikes.

[@ultimatehaki1]

fairy tail fans

[@iamnotinvolved1309]

@@ultimatehaki1 😂

[@kakilangit7786]

another homerun for mr morj...

[@ogjames21]

This deserves so many times more views what the heck.

[@Alphadanielmon]

I love your work. One piece deserves this kind of analysis.

[@SubinGeorge26]

Dude now this is a video I can say that's extremely well made. Everything I thought about One Piece at some point all put in one video.

[@kuro1803]

This kind pf content creator deserves a million subs

[@j.m.3600]

Still some of the best one piece videos on KZbin. I constantly rewatch your analysis playlist and also sleep to it and have done so for years now

[@honestlygenuinereviews6640]

Well played mr morj. The moment i saw your shanks arc way back i was totally IN. Daaaamn. You really thought this through. Kudos. Thaank youuu for making us happy and giving us insights about OP.

[@polyphoenix7725]

Now this, this is why I love one piece. Everything summed up beautifully ♥️

[@henryshaw]

i would say order vs chaos, not anarchy. we need to get away from the idea that chaos=anarchy or anarchy =chaos. anarchy means without masters/ lords. so it does not necessarily correlate with chaos; chaos may come about because of it, but they are not mutually exclusive...other wise, amazing analysis as always.

[@voice-flower536]

Absolutely stellar, well thought-out content yet again brought to us by Mr. Morj. Thank you sir for your contribution to the One Piece KZbin community.

[@SariaRamia]

Mr Morj, making us One Piece more one video at a time!

[@Swampert444]

One of the greatest videos of all time and a perfect One Piece themes analysis, great job with this one Morj.

[@ahumblebountyhunter]

This is the best One Piece video on youtube.

[@PsychoSatsujin]

This video is simply an amazing outlook on the entire story. Awesome job! Very impressed.

[@blockworks6495]

Everytime u post something i get super excited

[@joshuaamador-coppin155]

Holy shit a Morj video! We are all blessed on this day haha. Amazing amazing content. didn't know you were posting today so this was a beautiful suprise. Unrivaled analysis and breakdown of One Piece. at this point your long form videos are so consistently brilliant, youre the Pirate King of OP analysis in my eyes haha. Keep it up!

[@Malzbrot4000]

Is it ok to call this video a masterpiece?

[@MJ-mi5sb]

No its not ok. Because this whole channel is a masterpiece

[@thepaultheory]

Absolutely beautiful breakdown of One Piece! Thank you for taking the time to so eloquently lay out the meaning of the most amazing Manga ever written.

[@Plugilo]

Good vid. I mostly agree with you, your understanding of one piece and of course your fascination. Nevertheless there are some points up to discussion: 1. You confuse Anarchy with Anomie (but i get the meanig). Check out the definitions. 2. I think it´s not only about authority vs freedom. Surely we are given examples of absolute authority and absolute feedom, but more for a dramatic purpose. It´s also about individualism: what is more important? Individuality or the greater good? Egoism vs altruism. It concerns the fundamental questions of the human nature: who are we? what makes us human? what do we want? 3. And i think that´s why we are rooting for the straw-hats. Every member has a dream and he wants to reach it no matter what. This is egoism and it´s neither good nor bad. Good and evil are only relative concepts. They are indipendent individuals. But that´s not all. They sacrifice everyrthing for their friends if necessary. This is altruism. Clearly they evolve over time and become more mature. But in a world with set rules and morals (similar to ours), they don´t give in and keep their individuality.

[@falconfalling1896]

I love the analysis and breakdown! Thank you for taking the time to do it! I do wish you had included the Revolutionary Army and their own view though, I feel like they have a more middle ground philosophy...

[@alexguerra9388]

Amazing breakdown my guy!

[@VeilQuest]

Mr Morj, you are simply amazing. You've given us all a greater appreciation for the series we all love with your analyses. Salute my friend.

[@joeydollas1657]

Mr morj that guy who can explain one piece to your friends who don’t get who intricate and heartwarming one piece is

[@ryangerada4525]

You've done it again! You should be proud of this one. Brilliant work Morj, can't wait for the next one.

[@martimontolio3542]

Your videos make my life happier😍

[@obsessedfoodie5135]

THIS IS SUCH A GOOD VIDEO!!! SUMS UP ONE PIECE’S PHILOSOPHY SOOOOO WELL!!! GOOD JOB!

[@WTCAT500]

Another amazing video!

[@ninjaong87]

Just found this channel a few days ago. Already grinding through all the videos from years ago one by one. So much wisdom from One Piece and the amazing interpretation of this channel. ♥️

[@EndOfHypnosiss]

Congrats, your work is amazing!!!

[@joseph1084]

You amazed me of how well you explained the philosophy of one piece

[@andiproeski6204]

This video is masterpiece.

[@Frozen_Death_Knight]

I think one aspect of the story that I think helps give some answers to the theme of freedom vs order in One Piece is what happens after every arc is completed where a government or authoritarian rule falls down. Even when going back to the East Blue storylines, at no point has the Strawhats fundamentally destroyed the power structures of these islands by leaving the islands to pure anarchy. When Luffy beat Arlong, the people of the land restored the order that used to be on the island instead of switching to some extreme form of anarchy. Same for islands like Alabasta, Skypiea, Fishman Island, Dressrosa, and soon Wano. The reason these islands didn't change that fundamentally in terms of ruling structure is because the people who ruled these islands used to serve their people until other forces began taking control and throw down the old rulers in favour of their more selfish motivations. When the governments of the world stopped serving the people of the land as a proper government should and instead have the people serve them instead, One Piece is basically telling the reader that revolution becomes a necessity so that the people will have the freedom to live good lives and that the government body will be in service of that goal. Luffy has not tried to force people to follow his quite extreme dream of becoming the freest man in the world. He also has no problem with kings, queens, government officials, and other types of authority unless they abuse their power and don't appreciate the people they are supposed to serve. Just take a very recent example where the current ruling class of Wano, the Beast Pirates, were having a banquet and they threw away the food they took from the people of Wano to feast on, which made Luffy absolutely furious. Sure, this scene could be read also as him being angry for his friend who they stole the food from and that he hates when people disrespect food, but it is a pretty consistent characteristic of Luffy that he hates authorities who abuse their power by stomping on the people below them. I think One Piece has showed multiple instances of where a decent balance of freedom vs order have been achieved. Luffy is just acting as the catalyst by being the ultimate force of freedom when combating the ultimate force of order and authority, leaving the world with a decent balance of both with every island he travels.

[@josephbulkin9222]

Oh really? What about when he publicly desecrated the Five Star Banner of the World government before the eyes of thousands, for the crime of delivering a wanted murderer to long overdue justice?

[@yorahan6488]

This is a splendid analysis. And very well worded man, props! This is the first time i've seen one of you videos, and this one made me instantly subscribe. I hope your channel grows so more people can see the beauty behind the philosophy of One Piece.

[@PKINGU]

Self awareness and moderation in beliefs seems like such an underrated topic and this is such an underrated philosophy in one piece too

[@joeydollas1657]

Throwing the shade at naruto lol

[@Azlaak]

Excellent video. I always thought that we needed this type of conversation within the community. Oda can really be very subtle with his paralleles to real life, especially when those parallels touch complex topics inside the realm of philosophy, but if you know the literature or spend time thinking about philosophical value in writing you can draw those lines by yourself, they are there, and virtually nobody is talking about them. Nice job bringing it up, not to many youtubers within the community are willing to openly talk about the matter. Cheers.

[@MaxAyal]

If I'd be an Im-sama one day, you'd definitely be in my Gorosei.

[@vumazwesiziba4103]

That's lame tbh

[@randomens14]

This is a phenomenal, beautiful, insightful, video and I love it and appreciate you so much for making it, thank you!!