If One Piece Wants a New Spin Off, There’s 1 Shonen Jump Artist Who Could Handle the Job

Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece, the longest-running Shonen Jump series of the past two decades, has introduced countless narratives. Despite its detailed storytelling, capturing everything from minor events to major arcs, there are still several unresolved plot points and side stories fans are eager to see explored. From uncovering the mystery behind Shanks to understanding how the Revolutionary Army operates in the shadows, the series offers endless potential for compelling spin-offs.

While Yuto Suzuki, the creator of Sakamoto Days, was recently honored with the chance to illustrate Shanks for the One Piece card game, showcasing his ability to capture the essence of the character, another Shōnen Jump artist was also invited to draw Luffy for the same card game. What makes this latest fan art stand out is that this artist brings even more relevant experience, making them an ideal candidate to create a One Piece spin-off that fans would eagerly dive into.

Black Clover’s Creator, Yuki Tabata, Draws Luffy for a One Piece Card Game

The New Art for Luffy by Yuki Tabata Perfectly Captures One Element

Yuki Tabata, the mangaka behind Black Clover, much like Yuto Suzuki, was recently given the opportunity to contribute to the new One Piece card game. For his part, Yuki illustrated the series’ protagonist, Monkey D. Luffy, capturing the character’s fighting spirit. The artwork shows Luffy mid-attack, his fist engulfed in Conqueror’s Haki. The energy radiating from his hand is rendered with striking detail, emphasizing the raw power and aura that defines Luffy in battle.

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Yuki’s depiction of Luffy differs from Oda’s original style, yet still stays true to the essence fans have come to love. Luffy appears as energetic and battle-ready as ever, with the added emphasis on his Haki enhancing the overall impact of the artwork. This interpretation not only highlights Tabata’s artistic versatility but also his deep understanding of what makes other manga characters stand out. Given this skill and his well-known admiration for One Piece, it’s clear that Yuki Tabata is the perfect Shōnen Jump artist to create a One Piece spin-off.

Yuki Tabata Could Provide a Perfect One Piece Spin-Off With His Art

This Would Also Give Yuki A Change To Contribute Even More to the Shōnen Jump Magazine

What makes Yuki Tabata a perfect choice for a One Piece spin-off is his long-standing relationship with Shōnen Jump, as one of the few artists who have contributed to the magazine for over a decade. With more than 10 years of experience, he’s already familiar with the publication’s structure and expectations. The fact that he was granted the flexibility to release Black Clover every quarter to deliver the best possible finale shows the company’s trust in his talent and consistency, especially as the series continues to engage fans despite the slower release schedule.

After Black Clover concludes, Yuki Tabata may still be in a position to contribute to Shōnen Jump if he doesn’t immediately launch a new series. Considering One Piece remains the flagship title of the magazine, and with the franchise ending soon, having Yuki take on a spin-off would be an ideal opportunity, as it wouldn’t just stay true to the original’s spirit due to Yuki’s versatile art, but also generate massive excitement among fans eager to see Tabata return with a story rooted in a world they already love.

One Piece

Created by Eiichiro Oda, One Piece is a multimedia franchise that began as a manga series and follows the adventures of the Straw Hat Pirates as led by Monkey D. Luffy. Luffy, an enthusiastic pirate with a thirst for adventure, is afflicted by a mysterious curse that gives him various powers he uses to protect himself and his friends. The manga eventually gave way to the anime series, with the two being some of history’s longest-running anime and manga series. Along with over fifty video games made over the years, the series entered the live-action world with Netflix’s 2023 adaptation.

Created by

Eiichiro Oda

Cast

Kazuya Nakai, Akemi Okamura, Kappei Yamaguchi, Hiroaki Hirata, Ikue Ôtani, Yuriko Yamaguchi

Character(s)

Monkey D. Luffy, Roronora Zoro, Nami (One Piece), Nico Robin, Usopp (One Piece), Vinsmoke Sanji, Tony Tony Chopper, Franky (One Piece), Jimbei (One Piece)