There are only a handful of pirate crews who managed to leave a mark in the history of One Piece, and one of them is the legendary Sun Pirates.
The titular treasure of One Piece is said to be so marvelous that it can make the one who finds it the Pirate King. It’s therefore no surprise that in the world of One Piece, pirate crews come in all shapes and sizes, each with their unique stories and destinies. However, most of these pirate crews end up being mere side characters in the story. Only a few remarkable pirate crews manage to leave an indelible mark in history, and all of them have managed to achieve glorious feats. One such pirate crew is the Sun Pirates, consisting of Fish-Men and led by the infamous Fisher Tiger.
Most pirate crews aim to seek treasure, and when they don’t, they pillage and steal from others. However, there are also a few good ones who have noble causes. Among them is Fisher Tiger’s Sun Pirates. The group has always aimed to free the world of prejudice, especially the ones enslaved by humans. They’ve gone about saving others from peril, though they are not necessarily free from the crimes of piracy. Nonetheless, they are a notable bunch during their time, making one wonder where its former members are in the present timeline.
Fisher Tiger and the Sun Pirates’ Tale Is a Tear-Jerking One
The Sun Pirates crew is formed by an infamous sea bream Fish-Man name Fisher Tiger. Prior to becoming a pirate, he is known to be the “Adventurer.” He goes on numerous expeditions, traveling to places that other Fish-Men and Merfolk can only hope to reach. However, after one long voyage, he decides to form his own pirate crew. The truth behind his long absence, however, is that he has been captured and sold into slavery. After years of captivity, he manages to escape Marijoa and flee into the sea. He will also not tolerate seeing his fellow slaves continue in their suffering, so he returns to free them — an act that will go down in the annals of history.
Despite his cruel past, Fisher Tiger bans his crew mates from killing any human. He may not completely agree with Queen Otohime’s views of eradicating discrimination, but he himself is trying to bridge the gap between humans and Fish-Men. Even so, the Sun Pirates consist only of Fish-Men and Merfolk. Some of them are former slaves like Tiger, and in order to remove the vile branding of the Celestial Dragons, all members brand themselves with the symbol of the sun. This makes it impossible to determine which member is a former slave just by sight. Unfortunately, the crew is disbanded when Tiger loses his life in a Marine ambush, and the members of the Sun Pirates go their separate ways.
The Sun Pirates Persist Even After Fisher Tiger’s Death
Jimbei takes on the role of captain for the remaining members of the Sun Pirates, continuing Tiger’s legacy while also creating his own. His main reason for assuming the position is to help protect his fellow Fish-Men, which is also the primary reason why he accepts the position of Warlord. After Whitebeard dies during the Paramount War, Jimbei allies himself with the Big Mom Pirates in order to gain their protection. His tenure as Sun Pirates captain ends after cutting ties with Big Mom. He then joins the Straw Hat Pirates as their helmsman and is still causing havoc in New World with them.
Even after Jimbei leaves the Sun Pirates, the pirate crew is yet to disband. However, there isn’t an official confirmation as to who has assumed the position of captain, though it is likely Aladdin, a member since Tiger’s time. Aladdin has been a loyal member of the crew since time immemorial, and he has also been a loyal confidant of Jimbei. Even after marrying one of Big Mom’s children, his loyalty remains to the Sun Pirates. His wife, Praline, is also part of the group. In addition, he possesses enough strength to warrant the position, as he is at least able to take on Charlotte Oven.
Not Every Member of the Crew Sets Their Sights on the Greater Good
After Fisher Tiger’s death, some members opt to separate from the group. There are a few who decide to build their own pirate group, pursuing their individual beliefs. One of them is Arlong and his gang. Arlong has always followed Tiger because he respects the Fish-Man, though the same cannot be said about his beliefs. With Tiger’s death, his hate for the human race only deepens, so he seeks to punish them on his own. He soon builds his Arlong Park, which the Straw Hat Pirates have long since demolished. Arlong and his crew have also all been captured except for one member: the benevolent Hatchan. The octopus Fish-Man has long quit the life of crime and is now heading a takoyaki restaurant at Fish-Man Island.
Another member who has decided to go his separate way is Macro. Similar to Arlong, he has taken a few others and formed his own pirate crew, and they are also mostly up to no good. Macro and his troupe dabble in slave trading. Like Duval and his Flying Fish Riders, they capture individuals to sell off as slaves. They don’t even spare their former brethren, including old crewmates like Hatchan.
The Revolutionary Koala Is Also Acquainted With the Sun Pirates
While the Sun Pirates purely consist of Merfolk and Fish-Men, there is a special occurrence when a human becomes a mainstay of their ship. That’s when the group rescues the young Koala from slavery. She may be seen as an inferior race, but most of the members of the ship eventually warm up to her. Unfortunately, it is also through Koala that the Marines manage to set up a trap for Fisher Tiger and the Sun Pirates.
Three years after the Sun Pirates return Koala to her family, she joins the revolutionary army. Her reason for joining the movement is yet to be revealed, but she proves to be an essential part of the group. She acts as Hack’s assistant instructor, while also being a dependable ally to Sabo.
