#I love Usopp and One Piece

[wesleysniperking]

Usopp, Representation, and the Black Experience: My Perspective (maybe TL;DR)

Disclaimer: This post reflects my personal interpretation and connection with Usopp's character. I understand that not everyone may share the same perspective, and that's okay. This is just my own take based on my experiences and thoughts about identity and representation.

When it comes to Black characters, I’ve noticed a recurring theme where they often distance themselves from their non-Black friends or take time away due to personal struggles. It’s a reflection of the weight they carry, and sometimes there’s even some regret for doing so. I can think of plenty of shows that have touched on this, and honestly, I get it. A lot of Black people, myself included, feel the need to face things alone, likely because of deep-rooted issues tied to our history, upbringing, and the challenges of navigating predominantly non-Black spaces—especially when tokenism is involved.

I’ve been that person, and in many ways, I still am. My sister and mom often joke that Usopp feels like a Black guy with a lot of “white” friends. They also mention how Black men, especially those in subcultures like the hipster scene, often juggle two social circles. My cousin, a big One Piece fan, is the perfect example of this. Even Jacob Gibson, who plays Usopp in the live-action series, gives off a similar vibe.

I know this might come off as blunt or even as a generalization, but to me, Usopp reflects a part of the Black experience. He’s like the Lando (or Finn) in Star Wars, Link Hayes in The Mod Squad, Noah in Young Riders, and Marcellus in The Originals. He’s the Renee in Ally McBeal, Tucker in Danny Phantom, Black Panther in Avengers, Cyborg in Teen Titans, Gerald in Hey Arnold, James Rhodes in Iron Man, Chris Washington in Get Out, Ben in Night of the Living Dead, and Christopher in Scrubs. He’s that Black guy.

Maybe One Piece could show Usopp as more than just his race, but it’s hard to ignore the connection. And that’s okay. It’s something I’ve been reflecting on for a while, and I wanted to share it.

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[stargirl230]

thanks for the light

I was just trying to figure out how procreate works but then the op brainworms got to me and 35 hours later here we are! can you tell I miss home-cooked meals :')

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[o0kawaii0o]

no mercy 😭

[beanghostprincess]

The true hero of this story was Usopp's melanin in comparison to Egghead

[chocopink]

"Gimme a break! Queers never die!"

A tribute for Bon Clay just in time for Pride Month <3

[kumeramen]

They're having book discussion~

[evichuart]

shopping day!!

[elyfonart]

NO they're not 'having fun' UGH you just dont get it!!!

[roguescum]

i love when the straw hats Break someone

[newttxt]

we stay silly, we stay silly, we stay sil—

[pcktknife]

favorite straw hats 🫶🏾

[ato-dato]

My beloveds

[cwispihae]

Had to take a swing at this insane Usopp fit GOOD LORD

[rrandomtthings]

Opla cast recreating the vol 11 cover !!

[beaulesbian]

Strawhats + believing in Luffy becoming the King of the Pirates

+ bonus, a proud brother Sabo:

[emedeme]

Let Luffy do the poster thing, he deserves it!!!