Vice Admirals in the One Piece universe are among the immensely strong individuals who contribute to maintaining the sea’s equilibrium of power, alongside other powerful organizations. By carrying out the commands of the powerful, the Marines, where Vice Admirals play a crucial role, are the unit that most blatantly embodies the World Government’s dominance over the Grand Line. As one of the main antagonists of the series, the Marines are a fearsome military organization that upholds law and order using a variety of brutal tactics, such as tracking down pirates and deploying a Buster Call to destroy entire islands.
The Vice Admiral is the third-highest rank in the Marine Corps, following the Fleet Admiral and the three Admirals. Only the finest commanders are eligible to hold this highly esteemed title. As a result of the exceptional skills required to become a Vice Admiral, this class of officers is represented by some of the strongest characters in the whole series.
15 Dalmatian Possesses a Peculiar Canine Devil Fruit Power
Despite not being a very significant Vice Admiral in terms of the story, Dalmatian is obviously a powerful and authoritative figure. Dalmatian proved to be a strong fighter and adept at using Devil Fruit after being sent with other Marines to fight in the Summit War of Marine ford. His Zoan-type transformation gave him the abilities of the dog that bears his name.
Few people could claim that Dalmatian even managed to puncture Luffy’s rubber body at Marineford thanks to his Devil Fruit power-up and superior Rokushiki abilities. Despite the fact that not much is known about Dalmatian’s achievements as a Vice Admiral, it is reasonable to believe he is a very high ranking member in their ranks.
14 Doberman Was a Part of Countless Important Marine Undertakings
Doberman, another Vice Admiral with a dog-related pseudonym, is a former Marine whose unwavering commitment to Absolute Justice enabled him to excel in the military. Doberman serves as the Marines’ representative throughout several pivotal operations, such as the Egghead Incident and the Enies Lobby Buster Call, however not much is known about his fighting prowess.
It would be imprudent to leave the lead of a Buster Call, one of the Marines’ most violent and terrifying attacks, to an inexperienced officer, demonstrating the considerable authority Doberman possesses inside the armed forces. Along with many other Vice Admirals, he was sent to Marineford, where his skill in fighting enabled him to emerge from the war with only minor wounds and carry on serving the World Government.
13 Doll Possesses Both Incredible Physical Strength and Mental Fortitude
Doll, an experienced Vice Admiral with a harsh demeanor and superhuman power that helped her advance in her career as an officer, was once Jaguar D. Saul’s subordinate. She is currently the Commander of the G-14 Marine Base near Egghead. Being one of the nine Vice Admirals involved in the attack during the Egghead Incident showcased Doll’s extraordinary capability.
Doll is a skilled user of Armament Haki and can hold her own against opponents like giants and Pacifista robots, who may appear intimidating at first. But Doll has more than just her physical prowess going for her; only very extraordinary people can endure Joy Boy’s Conqueror’s Haki thanks to her strong resolve.
12 Jaguar D. Saul Was a Rare Giant Within the Marines’ Ranks
The Marines are far from a morally admirable institution, despite having significant influence over the oceans; as a result of their brutality, former Vice Admiral Jaguar D. Saul left the military. Saul’s shy, gentle nature and reluctance to adhere to the Marines’ Absolute Justice, however, do not make him a weak person.
Giant as he is, Saul is far more powerful than the typical human, and even among his kind he is regarded as exceptionally strong; he can readily survive direct bullet blasts and even pick up a Marine battleship with his bare hands. Most amazingly, Saul made it out of being totally frozen by Vice Admiral Kuzan and made his way to Elbaf using the books he was barred from reading following the Ohara Buster Call.
11 Onigumo’s Devil Fruit Gives Him Advantage as a Swordsman
Onigumo, one of the five Vice Admirals who oversaw the Buster Call on Enies Lobby, is regarded as one of the Marines’ most ruthless and callous officers. His belief in the value of human life and his camaraderie with other Marines are subordinated to his adherence to the idea of Absolute Justice.
Onigumo’s most remarkable ability is his unidentified Zoan-type Devil Fruit talent, which gives him the ability to grow six extra arms that resemble spiders. Onigumo is one of the most unusual and lethal swordsmen in the military, preferring to use sabers rather than the katanas that other Marines favor. He also skillfully holds eight weapons at once.
10 Momousagi Was Considered for an Admiral Promotion Despite Not Being Created with Serious Intent
Although Gion, better known by her moniker Momousagi, was first intended to be a humorous character suggested by a fan in an SBS inquiry, she eventually developed into a very powerful Vice Admiral, with her sword skills nearly guaranteeing her the rank of Admiral. Seldom is Momousagi’s exceptional swordsmanship displayed on TV.
Nonetheless, it’s reasonable to presume that Momousagi was an exceptional officer with exceptional abilities, and that only the greatest Marines could have been chosen as candidates for the rank of admiral. Gion is as physically strong as she is fiery and fierce, never holding back when voicing her opinions and taking satisfaction in upholding her own moral code rather than the Absolute Justice that the Marines advocate.
9 Chaton’s Lack of Respect Within the Marines Didn’t Stop Him from Almost Securing the Admiral Title
Like Momousagi, Tokikake, also known as his moniker Chaton, was not intended to be a serious character and hails from an SBS. But his exceptional abilities were also hinted at when he was once considered for a promotion to the rank of Admiral. Unfortunately, not many of Chaton’s accomplishments are shown to the public, therefore it is unclear how strong he really is.
Chaton, a flirty and carefree person who maintained composure when talking about an upcoming alliance between two Emperors, is not a favorite among the Marines. Nonetheless, the Vice Admiral is well-liked by the public, which may have helped him get a promotion.
8 Vergo Cunningly Deceived the Marines’ Forces for Years
Vergo is an extremely powerful and cunning Vice Admiral who was actually a pirate who entered the Marine ranks on Donquixote Doflamingo’s orders. His cunning and deception allow him to easily dupe many of his putative allies. Vergo uses a bamboo stick that has been infused with haki, which is an unconventional weapon that may be employed as a blowgun that shoots explosives or as a close-quarters weapon.
Vergo’s enormous strength allows him to easily defeat formidable foes like Smoker and Trafalgar Law and to easily hurt nimble fighters like Sanji. Still, his physical prowess is nothing compared to his truly terrifying cunning as an undercover operative.
7 Momonga Is an Excellent Swordsman Unafraid to Use Unconventional Methods in Battle
One of the most underappreciated Vice Admirals in the Marine Corps, G-1 Base Commander Momonga is a guy of unparalleled authority and combat insight. But that doesn’t mean that his lack of recognition results in ineffective combat. A fantastic swordsman skilled in both Rokushiki and at least two forms of Haki, Momonga has the strength to take down a Sea King, one of the strongest monsters in the Grand Line, with ease.
Momonga’s ability to think quickly under duress is one of his strongest combat assets; to illustrate this, he stabbed his own hand to prevent himself from becoming a target of Boa Hancock’s Devil Fruit ability. Momonga is a brilliant leader who relies on more than just brute force; he is composed and astute.
6 Smoker Combines Outstanding Physical Power with a Unique Devil Fruit Ability
Smoker, the most prominently depicted Marine officer throughout the entire series, has changed significantly from the disobedient captain viewers initially encountered in Loguetown. Smoker, who is currently among the force’s strongest Vice Admirals, had an interesting improvement path while continuing to be one of Luffy’s oldest adversaries. Smoker’s Devil Fruit, Moku Moku no Mi, gives him the ability to create, control, and change into smoke, which gives him a significant tactical advantage.
Smoker’s Devil Fruit ability is a valuable tool for erratic, quick-paced battles. It is a member of the Logia kind, which is renowned for being both powerful and uncommon. Smoker’s physical strength, swordsmanship, and proficiency with at least two Haki kinds are just as important to his reputation as a powerful Vice Admiral as his supernatural powers, though.
5 Tsuru Is a Legend of the Marines with Decades of Experience Behind Her Back
Tsuru has served in the Marines for the same amount of time as Sengoku and Garp, making him one of the force’s most seasoned senior vice admirals. But Tsuru is still a strong fighter in her advanced years, and criminals fear her throughout the Grand Line. At first sight, Woshu Woshu no Mi, Tsuru’s Devil Fruit, doesn’t seem like a very strong fruit.
Woshu Woshu no Mi is a funny power that enables Tsuru to “wash and dry” persons and items as if they were made of fabric. However, Tsuru’s ridiculous power works wonders against pirates, rendering his adversaries helpless and even wiping out some of the evil that remains in their souls.
4 Kuzan Used to Be the Marines’ Lovable Rogue Before Switching Sides
Kuzan, who served as Aokiji and was formerly known as Vice Admiral, may no longer be serving as one of Blackbeard’s captains. But Kuzan stands out as one of the most formidable Vice Admirals in the force’s history, coming dangerously close to becoming Fleet Admiral when he left the Marines. Kuzan is an exceptionally lazy and carefree person who doesn’t seem like a standard Marine.
Nevertheless, Kuzan’s advancement in the army demonstrated his true might, as his Lazy Justice did not prevent him from rising through the ranks. His Devil Fruit, Hie Hie no Mi, is a perfect fit for his calm personality since it gives him control over ice, which he can use to make swords and spears as well as to freeze water, which is a known vulnerability of Devil Fruit users.
3 Borsalino Uses the Powerful Properties of Light to Overwhelm His Opponents
Borsalino (also known as Kizaru), a former Vice Admiral and the last of the original trio of Admirals, is a man who doesn’t take most things in life seriously. But even when he is fighting lightly, Kizaru is quite tough to stop, thus his easygoing demeanor is deceiving. Kizaru was regarded as one of the Marines’ most valuable assets even before he was made an admiral, with much of his fame stemming from his Devil Fruit ability.
Kizaru can control light thanks to Pika Pika no Mi; he mostly uses light to move at the speed of light. Borsalino, who wields one of the most potent Devil Fruits in the series, is among the most formidable characters not just in the Marines but in the entire One Piece.
2 Sakazuki Represents the Most Ruthless of the Marines’ Ideals
Sakazuki made the greatest advancement in his military career out of all the previous Vice Admirals in the series; he is now the highest-ranking Marine and commands the whole force with his code of Absolute Justice. Sakazuki is nearly impossible to appreciate because of his extreme ideologies and ruthless antipathy of all pirates.
The Fleet Admiral’s authority and skill, however, cannot be discounted. Sakazuki, a highly effective commander with exceptional intelligence and formidable physical strength, is deservedly regarded as one of One Piece’s strongest characters. Sakazuki has an extremely powerful Devil Fruit power in addition to his already remarkable skill set. His Magu Magu no Mi gives him control over magma similar to that of Logia.
1 Garp Is the Strongest Marine in Both Mind and Body
Monkey D. Garp, the Marine Hero and living legend of One Piece, possesses unparalleled strength, making him one of the few individuals able to compete head-to-head with Gol D. Roger. Despite willfully choosing not to rise in the ranks of the Marines, Garp is nearly unbeatable in direct combat, easily defeating such formidable opponents as Don Chinjao, Kuzan, and Whitebeard’s right-hand man, Marco the Phoenix.
More astonishingly, Garp seems to have accomplished all of his unachievable feats without the use of a Devil Fruit power; instead, his superhuman strength came from years of practice and intense training. It makes sense that one of the series’ strongest characters would be a man who mentored Monkey D. Luffy, the future Pirate King.