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The conclusion ofUndead Unluckhas brought an end to yet another short-lived good-quality manga. But the ending itself has managed to spark widespread debates online, with fans split over whether it delivered on the story’s premise.
It is not a new idea that the longest-running series and the ones with the best characters, settings, and narrative often do not manage to conclude things on a satisfactory note. The same has happened toUndead Unluck, which had a relatively short run of four to five years.
Now, what about a legendary series likeOne Piece, which has thousands of chapters and a massive cast, and all of the loose ends have to be tied up before the ending? Even more so, it all has to satisfy the extremely picky, extremely large fanbase.
One Piecefaces the curse of popularity
One Piecewill inevitably face a massive issue, considering even the short-livedUndead Unluckwas not spared from it – no ending will ever fully satisfy the entire fanbase.
With its unparalleled scale and massive world-building, its deep lore, and its extensive cast,One Piecefaces challenges that make delivering a universally loved or even accepted conclusion nearly impossible.
One Piecehas built a legacy that will last a long time as one of the most beloved manga of all time. Its fanbase spans generations and is undoubtedly the head of the ‘Big 3’.
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However, the very thing that makes it special, its massive popularity— will also work against it when it comes to crafting a satisfying ending. The nature of theOne Piecehas been debated for over two decades, withcountless theories being thrown about.
One Piecewill end on its own terms
WhenEiichiro Odafinally reveals the truth, it is inevitable that some fans will feel disappointed that their thoughts and wishes did not come true, and others may believe that their version would have beena far more fitting end.
One Pieceis known for its enormous cast of characters, each with their own unique personalities to the extent they all seem alive. They have their own dreams, motivations, and stories. How can Oda possibly tie up every loose end and give every character a fitting afterstory? It does not seem likely and would be a herculean task that could take hundreds of chapters by itself.
Characters likeLuffy, Zoro, and Nami are centralto the story and will get their deserved attention, but what about the lesser-known characters? The fans who got invested in them won’t be satisfied if they are forgotten.
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These days the creators face a lot of hurdles to finish up a story properly. Oda’s challenge is exponentially greater than these creators considering that this is a story that took more than twenty years in the making. Especially given the series’ legacy and the sheer weight of expectations.
you’re able to streamOne Pieceon Netflix and Crunchyroll.
Chandra Shekhar
Anime Writer
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Chandra Shekhar is an Anime Writer at FandomWire with over 800 published articles under his belt. A law student by training but a storyteller at heart, he blends his sharp analysis with a deep love for all things anime. From the old-school Yu Yu Hakusho to the eldritch horrors of Lord of the Mysteries, his knowledge spans decades and genres. When he’s not writing, he’s likely buried in webnovels, silently hoping his favorite ones get the anime adaptation they deserve.
