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Shakuyaku

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Shakuyaku is a former pirate and bar owner known as Shakki who runs Shakky's Rip-off Bar. She is the former empress of Amazon Lily and ex-captain of the Kuja Pirates as well as first mate to Gloriosa during her era. Shakuyaku is known for her overwhelming popularity and beauty that causes birds to lose their songs and flowers to wilt in her presence along with her past clashes against the Roger Pirates and later life alongside Rayleigh.

Appearance

Shakuyaku has short black hair and is frequently shown with a cigarette in her mouth. She wears patterned pants with a striped top and high heels while seated in a relaxed posture with crossed legs inside her bar.12

In earlier times Shakuyaku wore a long dark coat with ornate patterns and a high collar along with earrings. She is depicted with long dark hair and a confident pose while standing in the center of scenes.3

Personality

Shakuyaku remains calm and pragmatic even when facing powerful threats such as Blackbeard. She admits she would not win a head on fight against him these days due to age yet resolved matters with her reputation alone.4

Shakuyaku refuses to submit to capture and declares she will never submit to another's captivity. She yells at Roger for harming Gyaban and states that Roger never learns and is not loved by a woman like her.5

Abilities and powers

Her reputation as a fighter stems from events where she rejects capture outright and counters opponents with decisive actions. Shakuyaku declares she will never submit to another's captivity while surrounded by her crew during intense standoffs. This resolve allows her to resolve situations through reputation rather than prolonged fights in later years.6

History

Kuja Pirates era

Shakuyaku served as first mate to Gloriosa during her era and outshone the radiant Gloriosa of her era according to narration. The Roger Pirates attempted to capture her during a confrontation but Shakuyaku refused to be captured by them.7

Empress period

Shakuyaku's popularity grew unmanageable after an encounter leading to her being crowned empress. She later quit as captain of the Kuja Pirates with the news spreading as big news through Hachinosu.89

Shakuyaku arrived at the pirate island Hachinosu on a Kuja ship and stated she has only ever had eyes for Newgate. She thanked Tritoma and stated she will stay on the island for a while.10

Relationships

Shakuyaku thanks Rayleigh for surviving earlier events and expresses relief that he managed to survive. She notes Vegapunk's seastone paddleships make even the Calm Belt unsafe and mentions the navy new weapons along with Blackbeard's arrival.4

Shakuyaku gave Roger a letter during their last fight with the Kuja Pirates. Roger recalls the private conversation and admits he was speechless while worrying about Shakuyaku's health at the time with the letter described as a love letter urging Roger to claim her.1112

Shakuyaku maintains a close bond with Rayleigh that persists into later years at her bar. She thanks him for his generosity and expresses relief at his survival after dangerous events while discussing threats like Blackbeard's arrival. Their conversations reveal ongoing trust as she notes concerns about new weapons and the Calm Belt.1314

At her bar Shakuyaku interacts warmly with old acquaintances like Hatchan after a decade apart. She recognizes him immediately and advises him to take his time while extracting money from other patrons. She also comments on Luffy's group and expresses support for their journey while worrying about surrounding pirates.1516

Shakuyaku smiles and asks if the crew failed to recognize a well-known name. Shakuyaku explains that Gold Roger owes his life to Hatchan from when he was a child.17

Shakuyaku is shown smoking a cigarette while speaking to Luffy and Chopper. Shakuyaku stands behind the bar counter gesturing with one hand.1819

Major battles

Shakuyaku engages in a direct clash with the Roger Pirates while serving as first mate of the Kuja Pirates. Roger attempts to capture her using a megaphone announcement during the confrontation, leading to a fierce exchange where she counters with kicks amid explosions. She yells at Roger for harming Gyaban and rejects his advances while her crew supports her with adoring gestures.6

During the God Valley Incident Shakuyaku becomes the central prize of a tournament as the most beautiful woman and former empress. She stands on a large central stage in a white dress with a pearl necklace while spectators express desires to claim her. The event draws pirates and leads to chaos as she is targeted amid the broader conflict involving celestial dragons and natives.202122

Narration presents Shakuyaku as the most beautiful woman and former empress, celebratory tone. Spectators express desire to claim Shakuyaku as prize or wife, excited and lecherous mood.23

Shakuyaku has been moved according to the speakers. Shakuyaku left a note inviting someone to claim her. Voices urge Saint Summers to confirm Shakuyaku was moved and to stop the pirates.242526

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