Fujitora : l'Amiral aveugle, la Gravité et la Justice

Fujitora: the Blind Admiral, Gravity, and Justice

Among all the Marine Admirals, Fujitora — Issho is his real name — is the only one to have publicly apologized to the people of Dressrosa on his knees for the crimes committed under his watch. In a world where Marines display their justice like a shield, Fujitora chooses shame as a weapon of truth. This is the first thing to understand about him: he is physically blind, but he sees the world more clearly than anyone in the hierarchy.

His Zushi Zushi no Mi Fruit — which allows him to manipulate gravity at will — makes him one of the most versatile and devastating fighters in the Marines. But what truly sets him apart is his philosophy: Fujitora is an Admiral who publicly questions the foundations of the system he represents and does not hesitate to act against orders when his own moral compass commands him to.

🌌 Identity Profile: Fujitora / Issho

⚖️ Fujitora — Complete Profile

Real NameIssho (known as Fujitora — "Wisteria Tiger")
RankMarine Admiral
Devil FruitZushi Zushi no Mi (Paramecia — Gravity)
Physical DistinctionBlind — he gouged out his own eyes
Signature Combat TechniqueMeteorites, Reversed Gravity, Gravitational Shield
Political PositionIn Favor of Abolishing the Shichibukai System

🌍 Zushi Zushi no Mi Fruit: Gravity as a Weapon

The Zushi Zushi no Mi is a Paramecia Fruit that gives Fujitora total control over gravity. He can attract objects toward himself, repel them, reverse the direction of gravity in an area, or even make meteorites fall on his opponents by attracting celestial bodies from space.

His most devastating technique — making several meteorites fall simultaneously — was used in Dressrosa to end combat operations, at the risk of killing allies and enemies indiscriminately. This is not imprecision: it is a philosophy. Fujitora believes that in a battle on this scale, no life can be guaranteed, and he refuses to pretend otherwise.

Technique Description Usage
Overwhelming Gravity Increases gravity in an area — crushes everything Mass Suppression
Meteorites Draws celestial bodies from space Devastating Area Strike
Inverted Gravity Lifts buildings, the ground, and opponents Terrain Control
Gravitational Shield Repels everything that approaches Absolute Defense
"I cannot see your face. But I can clearly see what you are — and what we are." — Fujitora in Dressrosa, in the spirit of canon

⚖️ His Philosophy: An Admiral Against the System

Fujitora is the character who most directly questions the power structures of the world of One Piece from within. He chose to blind himself so he would no longer have to see the horrors that his position would force him to condone. This symbolic act is his way of saying: I am here to serve justice, not spectacle.

In Dressrosa, after the victory over Doflamingo, he publicly chooses to kneel before the inhabitants to apologize on behalf of the Marines — an unprecedented gesture for an Admiral. He openly declares that the Marines failed by allowing the Shichibukai to operate for so long. This earns him the anger of Headquarters, but the respect of everyone watching.

📌 Connection with the World Nobles

The system Fujitora criticizes — Shichibukai, Nobles, impunity — is maintained by the Celestial Dragons. Learn everything: World Nobles (Celestial Dragons): complete guide.

🎭 Dressrosa Arc: Against Doflamingo

The Dressrosa arc introduces Fujitora into the narrative of One Piece in spectacular fashion. Sent to monitor the situation in Dressrosa, he quickly discovers Doflamingo's machinations — and must navigate between his official orders (neutralize Luffy and Law) and his own assessment of the situation.

His decision not to actively pursue Luffy — or even to let him operate — is calculated: Fujitora understood that Luffy would resolve the Doflamingo problem more effectively than the Marines could without sacrificing thousands of civilians. It is a silent breach of orders, consistent with his philosophy of justice through results.

📌 Luffy and Trafalgar Law in Dressrosa

Luffy and Law formed the alliance that defeated Doflamingo. Everything about Law: Trafalgar Law: Ope Ope no Mi and the ultimate sacrifice.

🏛️ The abolition of the Shichibukai: his political struggle

One of the most important narrative arcs surrounding Fujitora concerns his campaign to abolish the Shichibukai system. He believes that entrusting the protection of the seas to pirates in exchange for impunity is an admission of institutional weakness—and a direct source of systemic corruption.

His position ultimately finds an echo in the narrative: the Shichibukai system is officially abolished after Wano, largely thanks to the political pressure Fujitora exerted from within for many years. It is a quiet but real victory for this atypical Admiral—and one of the proofs that his influence extends far beyond the battlefield.

🔱 Fujitora vs other Admirals

The Marine Admirals form the most powerful tier of the world army. Fujitora shares this rank with Kizaru, Ryokugyu, and the former Admirals (Aokiji, Akainu). But his philosophy sets him radically apart from his peers.

Admiral Fruit Philosophy
Fujitora (Issho) Zushi Zushi — gravity Absolute justice against the corrupt system
Kizaru (Borsalino) Pika Pika — light Cynical indifference, bureaucratic obedience
Ryokugyu (Aramaki) Mori Mori — vegetation Ideology of pure strength
Akainu (Sakazuki) Magu Magu — magma Absolute justice through eradication

🛒 For Marine and Admiral Fans

Join the One Piece collection

Trafalgar Law Jolly Roger One Piece Sweatshirt

One Piece Sweatshirt — Trafalgar Law Jolly Roger (Black)

View the product
One Piece Mugiwara Crew Poster

One Piece Poster — Complete Mugiwara Crew

View the product
Luffy Gear 5 Figurine

One Piece Figurine — Luffy Gear 5 on Devil Fruit

View the product
🏴☠️ See all One Piece figurines

❓ FAQ — Fujitora

❓ Why is Fujitora blind?
Fujitora deliberately blinded himself. He no longer wanted to be forced to witness the atrocities that his rank would require him to condone. It is a powerful symbolic act: he chooses to see only what his conscience shows him, not what his superiors would force him to look at.
❓ What is Fujitora's Devil Fruit?
The Zushi Zushi no Mi, a Paramecia-type Devil Fruit that allows him to control gravity in all its forms: increase it, reduce it, reverse it, or draw celestial bodies from space and make them fall like meteors.
❓ Did Fujitora turn the Marines against him?
Yes, temporarily. After Dressrosa, Sakazuki (Akainu) banned him from accessing Marine bases until he returned with Luffy or Law's head. Fujitora refused and set back out to sea. This perfectly illustrates his independence from the hierarchy.
❓ Is Fujitora an enemy of Luffy?
Officially, yes—he is an Admiral, and Luffy is a pirate with a colossal bounty. In practice, Fujitora let Luffy act in Dressrosa because he believed it was right. Their relationship is that of two people who deeply respect each other while belonging to opposing sides.
❓ How powerful is Fujitora compared to the other Admirals?
Fujitora is considered equal to his fellow Admirals in terms of raw power. His Gravity Fruit is particularly formidable because it affects the entire environment—not just a targeted opponent. His Haki mastery is also at the highest level.
❓ Does Fujitora have a role in the final saga?
His role remains to be defined. His moral stance—criticizing the system from within—could place him on an ambiguous side during the final clashes, especially if Dragon's revolution or the battle against the World Government forces him to clearly choose a side.
❓ Can Fujitora fight without seeing?
Absolutely. His blindness is compensated for by an extremely developed Observation Haki—he perceives his opponents' presence, intentions, and movements without needing sight. Among fighters of his level, this mastery often surpasses normal vision.
❓ Why did Fujitora roll dice when he joined the Marines?
Fujitora had decided to let fate choose whether he should join the Marines or not—by rolling dice. This gesture reveals his unique relationship with fate and responsibility: even his most important decisions can depend on chance because he knows that his own moral compass may lead him to difficult choices.
Back to blog

Leave a comment

Please note, comments need to be approved before they are published.