Mr. 9
Mr. 9 is a Baroque Works agent partnered with Miss Wednesday on missions targeting Laboon. He infiltrates the whale's interior to eliminate the old man inside and later attempts to reclaim a Log Pose from pirates while reporting mission outcomes to his organization. Mr. 9 is known for his ornate weapons, coordinated attacks with his partner, and repeated failures against the Straw Hat crew that lead to his defeat and exposure within the group.
Appearance
Mr. 9 wears a ruffled collar and carries a large ornate weapon topped with a crown-like headpiece during operations inside Laboon. He maintains a spiral hairstyle that becomes prominent in later encounters and dons dark sunglasses with a stern expression when observing events from a distance.123
Mr. 9 appears in a suited outfit with an emblem on the sleeve while reporting inside buildings and swings a large bat labeled Nekketsu Nine Konjou Bat during confrontations. His expressions shift from intense focus at doors to wide-eyed shock and nervous sweat in defeats.45
Personality
Mr. 9 declares missions with confidence and readiness while coordinating countdowns with his partner. He apologizes sincerely for errors such as losing the Log Pose and acknowledges the crew's understanding nature after being spared.67
Mr. 9 reacts with shock and terror when unexpected events occur such as Luffy bursting through doors or falling toward acid. He stammers nervously when confronted by superiors and laughs triumphantly during perceived advantages in fights.689
Abilities and powers
Mr. 9 fires large ornate weapons at walls inside Laboon and performs a spinning leg attack called FLOUR-GRINDER. He swings the Nekketsu Nine Konjou Bat in direct combat while coordinating with his partner.101112
Mr. 9 stands on platforms to attack and swings massive weapons overhead with dynamic motion. He observes blasts while wearing sunglasses and attempts to eliminate targets under orders from his boss.139
Mr. 9 comments on the power of a machine that once defeated a criminal worth 42 million beli while observing its activation during events on Little Garden. He wears sunglasses and maintains a serious expression with a facial scar visible in adjacent panels while discussing the device's capabilities under tension.143
History
Mr. 9 begins his documented activities by working with Miss Wednesday to access restricted areas inside Laboon. They force open a large metal door while preparing with a countdown sequence. An unexpected arrival disrupts their effort and sends both tumbling into the whale's interior where they fall helplessly toward the acidic sea below.1516
Mr. 9 and Miss Wednesday emerge from inside Laboon after being thrown into the surrounding waters alongside the Going Merry. They realize the location is open ocean rather than stomach acid and conclude that pirates caused their ejection from the whale. Mr. 9 points out their organization's potential interest in the crew due to their pirate status before the pair swim away while issuing a warning of future encounters.1718
After hiding behind rocks near the Straw Hats, Mr. 9 and Miss Wednesday discover the loss of their Log Pose during earlier events. Mr. 9 apologizes for the carelessness that led to dropping the device and notes they cannot return to their town without it. The pair determine they must retrieve the Log Pose by force since their mission is overdue and their weapons are gone.197
Mr. 9 and Miss Wednesday hide after defeats and encounter the Unluckies while attempting to flee. They are later seen observing events on Little Garden with other agents after their mission failures accumulate.2021
After Laboon
Relationships
Mr. 9 coordinates closely with Miss Wednesday on countdowns and missions while apologizing to her for losing their Log Pose. He stands beside her in water and on decks during encounters with the Straw Hats.6724
Mr. 9 reports to his boss through written messages and reacts with shock alongside Igaram when Zoro identifies their organization. He is overpowered by Miss Monday during an internal confrontation inside a ship.252627
Mr. 9 maintains close coordination with Miss Wednesday during their time aboard the Going Merry. He comments on the lack of heating and the erratic climate while she notes the dangers of leaving the rudder unattended. Their exchange highlights ongoing partnership even as guests on the ship.28
Mr. 9 affirms partnership with Miss Wednesday through determined exchanges before departing on Carue. He urges her forward with energetic shouts while wearing a crown and later praises her during a Den Den Mushi communication in the midst of operations.293031
Major battles
Mr. 9 and Miss Wednesday attack Crocus inside Laboon but are kicked by Luffy and sent flying. They later clash with Zoro who dodges their attacks and defeats Mr. 9 by flipping him into a wall.3233
Mr. 9 becomes involved in an internal confrontation when Miss Monday grabs him by the collar and delivers a forceful strike. He sweats heavily with a nervous expression before lying on the ground with question marks above his head after the impact.34
Mr. 9 uses his bat against Vivi in direct combat after revealing her identity and is ultimately defeated alongside other agents by stronger opponents including Zoro and Miss Monday's confrontations.1235
Mr. 9 later taunts opponents while gripping an arm and declares that the first Mr. 9 and now Ms. Monday have both been handled. He observes events alongside other agents as Miss Monday is overpowered and slammed down during the fight with a Baroque Works member. The sequence includes reactions to the strength displayed by the swordsman involved.3637