Yokozuna
Yokozuna is a giant frog known for repeatedly ramming the sea train Puffing Tom. He serves as Tom's pet sumo frog at the shipbuilding company Tom's Workers and later participates in the rescue operation at Enies Lobby alongside Kokoro and the Straw Hat crew. Yokozuna is recognized for his stubborn loyalty to those connected with Tom and his willingness to challenge the sea train as part of his training.
His role centers on supporting the shipwrights of Water Seven and aiding the invasion force that storms the government stronghold. Yokozuna's goals involve protecting loved ones and honoring the memory of Tom after the shipwright's capture. He becomes a temporary ally to the Straw Hats during their pursuit of Robin.
Appearance
Yokozuna stands as a massive green frog who often positions himself on hind legs during moments of excitement. He displays a stitched forehead along with an angry expression when confronting obstacles such as the sea train.12
The frog appears with an open mouth emitting loud croaks and sweat drops across multiple scenes at the shipyard and during later confrontations. Yokozuna maintains a frog-like figure even when leaping forward or floating in water after the events at Enies Lobby.34
Personality
Yokozuna demonstrates persistent determination by continuing to challenge the sea train long after initial encounters. He responds to Tom's cheerful questions with loud croaks that convey excitement and support during ship launches.56
The frog shows deep loyalty through his refusal to abandon the tracks even when the Rocketman approaches at high speed. Yokozuna later agrees to join the chase after Kokoro acknowledges his training and grief over Tom's capture.78
Abilities and powers
Yokozuna possesses the strength to ram the front of the sea train repeatedly without fleeing from the impact. He withstands multiple direct strikes from a massive steel ball to the head while guarding the courthouse entrance.910
The frog uses his large body to smash through defenders and block the courthouse door during the invasion. Yokozuna also pushes down a fence to allow the Rocketman to climb and become airborne.1112
History
Yokozuna lives at Tom's Workers shipyard where he witnesses ship launches and celebrations with Tom and the apprentices. He remains present when authorities arrest Tom and reacts with horror as the shipwright is taken away.1314
Yokozuna lives at Tom's Workers shipyard and joins celebrations when new ships are completed. The frog reacts vocally during gatherings where Tom discusses the sea train project with apprentices and visitors.15
Yokozuna remains at the shipyard when Tom faces arrest and moves forward in an attempt to intervene during the struggle with guards. The frog later receives final words of gratitude from Tom before the separation occurs.1617
Eight years after Tom's capture Yokozuna begins training by challenging the sea train. He later joins the Straw Hat allies at the courthouse entrance and helps hold the line until the drawbridge lowers during the Enies Lobby invasion.818
Eight years after the events at the shipyard Yokozuna stops challenging the sea train and appears among crowds during farewell gatherings in Water Seven. The frog joins others on the Bridge of Hesitation during a crisis involving a burning structure.1920
Relationships
Yokozuna serves as Tom's pet and responds directly to the shipwright's questions during launches at the shipyard. Tom addresses the frog cheerfully and receives loud croaks in return as signs of agreement.2122
Kokoro maintains a close bond with Yokozuna and later recruits him for the rescue mission by recognizing his training and grief. The frog also interacts with Luffy and the Straw Hats when he blocks the Rocketman tracks and then joins their group.238
Yokozuna interacts with Kokoro and Chimney at the station while the group discusses travel options on the sea train. The frog draws attention from Luffy who initially considers the creature as potential prey before deciding otherwise.24
Yokozuna joins Kokoro outside temporary quarters after supplies arrive by sea and bursts into a room with a loud call that startles Chopper. The frog later splashes in a pool during a feast alongside Chimney and Gonbe.2526
Major battles
Yokozuna blocks the Rocketman on the tracks and refuses to move until Kokoro convinces him to join the chase toward Enies Lobby. He later stands at the courthouse entrance and roars while attacking government defenders to prevent them from entering.2728
Yokozuna blocks the train tracks as an intruder and later crashes through a fence with the Rocketman during the approach to the government facility. The frog stands at the courthouse entrance and answers with a call when allies assign defensive positions.2930
During the courthouse defense Yokozuna endures repeated steel ball strikes to buy time for the invaders. He continues fighting alongside marines against reptilian creatures before the final stages of the operation conclude.3132
Yokozuna guards the courthouse entrance and repeatedly headbutts a massive steel ball while marines issue urgent commands to continue the defense. The frog remains positioned there until the battle shifts and later appears on the Bridge of Hesitation amid explosions.3334