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Any anime or manga series is incomplete without its side characters. These side characters are crucial in completing the narrative, supporting the protagonists, and developing the fanbase of the series. Currently, the two anime series that have the best side characters are Eiichiro Oda’sOne Pieceand Masashi Kishimoto’sNaruto.
WhileOne Piece’sside characters are known for their thrilling backstories and development through the plot,Naruto’sside characters are famous for their complexities and their contribution to the main theme. Thus, anime fans have always argued which anime series between the two has the best side characters.
A similar debate took place between the two anime fandoms where fans compared the side characters ofNarutoandOne Piece. This time, the star of the debate was Mr. 2, also known as Bon Clay, the former officer agent of Baroque Works. ManyOne Piecefans believe that Bon Clay is better than almost every side character fromNaruto.
Anime Fans Debate Over Side Characters FromNarutoandOne Piece
The central story of any anime series revolves around its main character and how he/she progresses through life to achieve his/her desired goals. However, there are often some side characters who sometimes steal the show and develop a fanbase that might rival the protagonist. These side characters are unforgettable, and while they might not be the star of the show, they become the star of their narrative.
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In the case of long-running anime series likeOne PieceandNaruto, the list of side characters who steal the spotlight is pretty big. Thus, fans always compare them to find out which anime series is better.
In a recent debate,NarutoandOne Piecefans argued over the different aspects of the side characters from their favorite series, and one character came out on top.
95% of naruto side characters aren’t even better written than Bon clayLet that sink inhttps://t.co/IIJ5e9Cn8ypic.twitter.com/yd2tGS2cbn
Not a single Naruto character matches the glory of Bon-Chan. Fly high king 🕊️🕊️
Naruto has crazy good side characters. And unbelievably bad side characters. The peaks are probably higher for Naruto. But One Piece has consistently good side characters. I’d say if we average it out, one piece wins.
But does Naruto have a single side character 1 to 1 better than the biggest homie out there?pic.twitter.com/QRHTdVz8yV
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In hindsight, there is no way to find out which anime has the best side character asboth series have different ranges. WhileNarutocharacters are more focused on a single thing,One Piecehas a different storyline with different arcs. Thus, almost every side character is developed according to that particular narrative.
Is Mr. 2 The Best Side Character in Anime?
Bon Clay first appeared during the Alabasta saga, precisely during the Little Garden arc. Although he was an antagonistic character at first, as the series progressed, he changed sides and became one of Luffy’s allies. His friendship with Luffy became so strong that he was ready to sacrifice himself for the protagonist.
As Bon Clay transitioned toward the good side, his lovable personality and his development became so entertaining that fans started praising him. His humorous interactions with Luffy and other characters added a comedic element to the story, but his determination during the Impel Down arcmade everyOne Piecefan cry.
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And to fans’ relief, although he sacrificed himself during the fight with Magellan, he still survived and might make a comeback toOne Piece. His return will be one of the most iconic moments for the final saga ofOne Piece.
One Pieceis available to watch on Crunchyroll andNarutois available to watch on Hulu.
Tarun Kohli
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Tarun Kohli is the Senior Anime Writer at FandomWire, with over 2,900 published articles. He currently specializes in critiquing One Piece and other Shonen anime. A passionate fan of the genre, his love for thoughtful analysis reflects his genuine appreciation for the art of anime. His deep understanding of anime culture has earned recognition from industry figures such as Adi Shankar and the creators of Blood of Zeus.
