sabo

Sabo is a fictional character in the One Piece manga and anime series created by Eiichiro Oda. He is introduced as Monkey D. Luffy's childhood friend and the adopted brother of Portgas D. Ace. A noble-born resident of the Goa Kingdom, Sabo is separated from his brothers during a political upheaval and is believed dead, though it is later revealed that he survived and joined the revolutionary movement led by Monkey D. Dragon. In the story, he rises to the position of Chief of Staff of the Revolutionary Army, making him one of the high-ranking figures opposing the World Government.

Sabo's backstory centers on his friendship with Luffy and Ace and their shared desire for freedom. As an adult, he serves as a key planner and organizer for the Revolutionary Army, coordinating operations against the World Government and Cipher Pol factions. His close ties to Luffy remain a recurring motif, linking the pirate world to the wider political struggle within the series.

Abilities and powers: Sabo initially fights with hand-to-hand combat and weapons, but after the death of Ace he inherits Ace's devil fruit, the Mera Mera no Mi, granting him fire-based abilities. His leadership and strategic skills also contribute to his effectiveness as a commander within the Revolutionary Army.

Appearances and significance: Sabo appears across manga chapters, anime episodes, and film adaptations; his character development has made him a central figure in the series, illustrating themes of friendship, rebellion, and political conflict within the One Piece universe.