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Netflix’sOne Piecelive-action has once again done wonders with their casting. Among the recent three major casting announcements for the live-action adaptation season 2, Rigo Sanchez’s casting has overjoyed the entire fanbase. Rigo Sanchez has been confirmed to play Monkey D. Dragon; the enigmatic father of Luffy and leader of the Revolutionary Army, and according to the fans, there couldn’t be more perfect choice for this role.
The other two new casts that have been recently announced are Yonda Thomas and James Hiroyuki, who will play the roles of Igaram and Ipponmatsu respectively. However, Sanchez’s casting is currently the most talked-about as fans believe he will have the“easiest acting job”because of Dragon’s reserved and silent nature in Eiichiro Oda’s original story.
Rigo Sanchez as Monkey D. Dragon: An effortless casting
Monkey D. Dragon has been one of the most enigmatic characters in theOne Pieceuniverse. As the leader of the Revolutionary Army, he is an essential figure in the ongoing struggle against the oppressive World Government. Despite his critical role, Dragon’s screen time in the anime and manga has been sparse.
His first appearance during the Loguetown Arc left fans with more questions than answers. Without uttering a single word, Dragon saved Luffy from Marine Captain Smoker; marking his debut with an air of mystery that has persisted ever since. Particularly, Dragon’s reserved nature and the minimal focus on his backstory have allowedEiichiro Odato maintain an aura of intrigue around him.
One Piece Casting Rigo Sanchez as Dragon May Come with a Price Too High to Pay For the Live-Action
Now, in Netflix’s live-action adaptation ofOne Piece, Rigo Sanchez has been confirmed to be embodying the character of this stoic and mysterious leader of the Revolutionary Army. One of the primary reasons fans are convinced Rigo Sanchez’s portrayal of Dragon will be effortless is the character’s limited dialogue and physical expression in the source material.
luckiest actor alive cause now all he gotta do is stand there and look to the right for the next 8 seasons and get paid big moneyhttps://t.co/JJMF7Uaw7q
Easiest Paycheck ever
all bro gotta do is aura farm for about a decade and he good
Riso Sanchez: So what do I do?Director: Look East bro
We gotta have a debate on who has the better work to bag ratio between this guy and Nezuko’s voice actresses
Sanchez’s real-life demeanor: calm, composed, and naturally imposing, aligns seamlessly with Dragon’s character, and Dragon also has little to no dialogues in Eiichiro Oda’sOne Piece. This has led to the joke within the fandom that Sanchez doesn’t even need to deliver complex monologues or partake in high-energy action sequences to capture Dragon’s essence.
Will Netflix Expand Monkey D. Dragon’s Role in theOne Piecelive-action?
On the contrary, givenMonkey D. Dragon‘s importance in the overarchingOne Piecestory, Netflix might seize the opportunity to explore his character further. Expanding Dragon’s role could include flashbacks to his early days as a revolutionary, interactions with his comrades like Sabo and Ivankov, or even glimpses of hisstrained relationship with Luffy and Garp.
Such additions would not only deepen the narrative in the live-action but also provide Rigo Sanchez with more opportunities to showcase his acting range. It would be great if Netflix took creative liberties with Dragon’s character. On the other hand, While it welcomes the potential for new content, excessive deviations might also compromise Oda’s original vision.
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If Netflix stays true to Eiichiro Oda’s depiction, Sanchez’s challenge will be to embody Dragon’s quiet intensity. However, if Netflix does decide to expand his role, Sanchez’s performance could become far more demanding. Ultimately, the casting of Sanchez has reignited excitement forOne PieceSeason 2, with fans eager to see how Dragon’s story unfolds on screen.
One Piece‘s live-action adaptation is currently available to watch on Netflix.
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