Igaram
Igaram is the mayor of Whiskey Peak who also operates as Mr. 8 within Baroque Works. He serves as head of the Alabasta royal guards and maintains deep loyalty to Princess Vivi throughout his actions. Igaram is known for his formal demeanor, weaponized appearance, and role in both confronting and later aiding the Straw Hat crew during their encounters in the Grand Line.
Appearance
Igaram wears a crown-like hat and formal attire that includes a striped suit along with a long curly wig. His appearance incorporates a saxophone as part of his standard presentation when welcoming visitors to Whiskey Peak.12
His coiled hair serves both as a distinctive visual feature and a functional element that can extend during confrontations. Igaram also conceals additional weapons such as a bat inside his coat while maintaining an outwardly composed posture.3
Personality
Igaram displays a consistently formal and apologetic manner when addressing superiors or correcting errors. He bows deeply during apologies and maintains polite speech even under pressure from allies.45
He shows strong loyalty to the royal family and expresses lifelong commitment to protecting its members. Igaram warns others against underestimating opponents based solely on appearance and prioritizes strategic decisions over immediate aggression.67
Reactions under pressure
Igaram reacts with extreme laughter accompanied by a chest-clutching gesture in certain situations and displays heavy sweating along with wide eyes when facing sudden impacts or confrontations. He expresses regret after speaking too much about a secret organization and warns of lethal risks involved in such matters.8910
Igaram insists there is no other way to quell the rebellion and asks if Vivi is prepared to survive at all costs while using a grave tone. He states that the people have lost faith in the king and emphasizes that Vivi is the only one who can accomplish the task ahead.11
Abilities and powers
Igaram employs a horn weapon called IGARAPPA to repel multiple opponents and uses a named technique KON-JOU BARI during direct clashes. He mounts eight cannons on his shoulders for large-scale attacks and wields an oversized weapon that produces explosions on impact.123
His combat style includes swinging a shikomi bat while charging and using coiled hair as an extending spring weapon. Igaram also carries an oversized weapon during confrontations that strikes with enough force to cause large explosions in town settings.1314
History
Whiskey Peak
Igaram first appears during an encounter on a rocky seaside ledge where he apologizes for losing a log pose and later welcomes the Straw Hats to Whiskey Peak as its mayor. He hosts a banquet before revealing his identity as Mr. 8 and participating in an ambush on the sleeping crew.51516
After the initial confrontation Igaram proposes a decoy plan using dummies and an eternal pose while dressed as Vivi to mislead Baroque Works pursuers. He departs alone on a ship to draw attention away from the Straw Hats escorting the real Vivi.1718
Return to Alabasta
Igaram returns to Alabasta after earlier travels and receives acknowledgment from residents who identify him as captain Igaram upon arrival. He stands alongside Vivi during public moments and later joins discussions inside the palace about informing others of urgent matters. Igaram also appears in a ceremony setting where he addresses questions from the crowd regarding the princess.192021
After the crew prepares to depart Igaram arranges for the Straw Hats to leave aboard the Spot-Billed Duck Squad while discussing the choice with Vivi inside a bedroom at night. He later appears in a dark cloak and top hat beside Vivi during a ship deck scene where unexpected actions occur.2223
Relationships
Igaram maintains a protective relationship with Vivi and swears on his honor as head of the Alabasta royal guards to shield her from harm. He kneels and pleads for assistance against stronger opponents while urging her to escape during attacks.24
He later expresses gratitude to the Straw Hats for aiding the country and formally accepts responsibility for new settlements from Vivi. Igaram affirms lifelong loyalty to the royal family while directing medical aid during crises.2526
Alabasta court ties
Major battles
Igaram charges into direct combat against multiple foes while attempting to shield companions in ruined streets. He lunges forward with a massive weapon striking multiple targets and swings a large bat weapon overhead with full body extension after revealing a hidden bat from his coat. Igaram is blasted backward by a massive explosion and thrown across the ground by the blast before Luffy grabs him in mid-air.2829
Igaram lunges forward in fury striking a young man and sending him flying amid massive impact lines while roaring at the attackers. He sacrifices remaining strength to allow Vivi and Pell to escape after engaging Chaka in direct combat and overpowering him momentarily. Igaram appears alive holding a child during a later reunion where rebels recognize him as the man from Whiskey Peak.303132