Explained: The Weakest Members of Each Yonko Crew in One Piece

Key Insights on the Weakest Members of the Yonko Crews

Charlotte Flampe, with her limited capabilities, ranks as the least powerful named character within the Big Mom Pirates.
Stronger, a member of the Blackbeard Pirates, is perceived as the weakest due to his average Devil Fruit powers.
Nami, fulfilling her non-combat role as the navigator of the Straw Hat Pirates, is considered the weakest amongst her crew.

The crews of the Emperors of the Sea in One Piece epitomize the pinnacle of power within the pirate realm, representing the most formidable threat to the World Government. A fundamental trait of any Yonko crew is the strength of its members, which must be unquestionable compared to lesser pirate crews. This dominance is essential for lasting authority in the ruthless world of piracy.

However, even the mightiest pirate crews boast members whose strength pales in comparison to their comrades. This observation does not imply that these members are weak; instead, it highlights a ranking in power. Let’s explore the weakest individuals from each Yonko crew and delve into the reasons for their placements.

Charlotte Flampe: The Weakest of the Big Mom Pirates

First Appearance	One Piece, Chapter 891, “They Believe in Me”
Story Arc	Wholecake Island Arc

Despite the Big Mom Pirates having the highest number of members—totalling 85 offspring—Charlotte Flampe stands out as the weakest named member. In fact, the truly weakest are the nameless young children with minimal screen time. Flampe contributes little during Luffy’s battle against Katakuri, merely throwing poison darts and ultimately proving ineffective against Luffy’s Conqueror’s Haki.

Blackbeard Pirates: The Weak Links

Doc Q and Stronger: The Blackbeard Pirates’ Weak Members

First Appearance	One Piece, Chapter 223, “I Promise Never to Fight in This Town”
Story Arc	Jaya Arc

The Blackbeard Pirates feature a range of powerful characters, but the crew still holds some comparatively lesser members. Doc Q serves as a significant figure, wielding the ability to spread diseases with his Devil Fruit, yet the true weakest is Stronger, who, as a horse that can fly, possesses limited utility—his powers are trivial when compared to the crew’s overall strength.

Beast Pirates: The Low-level Foot Soldiers

The Waiters as the Lowest Tier of the Beast Pirates

Similar to the Big Mom Pirates, the Beast Pirates primarily consist of low-ranked foot soldiers labeled as Waiters. These individuals lack enhancements from any Devil or SMILE Fruits, effectively reducing them to mere fodder, supporting the ranks of Kaido’s crew.

Atmos: The Overlooked Pirate

The Weakest Member of the Whitebeard Pirates

First Appearance	One Piece, Chapter 553, “Summit Battle”
Story Arc	Marineford Arc

Despite the formidable reputation of the Whitebeard Pirates, many members, including Atmos, the 13th Division Commander, displayed inadequate strength. While Whitebeard himself was nearly unrivaled, many crew members faltered in crucial moments—Atmos notably succumbed to Doflamingo’s strings during the Paramount War, showcasing his limitations.

Mohji and Richie: The Outdated Followings of Buggy

The Weakest Member of the Cross Guild

First Appearance	One Piece, Chapter 9, “The Devil Girl”
Story Arc	Orange Town Arc

Fans may recall Mohji, the First Mate of the Buggy Pirates, who, alongside his pet lion Richie, posed challenges to early characters like Luffy and Zoro. However, they have all but faded from the narrative. Currently part of the Cross Guild, their presence in the series is minimal, illustrating their decline in importance.

Rockstar: The Newest Addition to the Red Hair Pirates

Rockstar and His Recent Inception

First Appearance	One Piece, Chapter 234, “Please Remember”
Story Arc	Jaya Arc

The Red Hair Pirates are deemed among the most balanced crews in One Piece and boast a notable absence of Devil Fruit users, relying instead on Haki mastery. Rockstar, having joined only two years prior, exemplifies the crew’s vitality despite his apparent inferiority in strength compared to other members.

Straw Hat Pirates’ Non-Combatant Champion

First Appearance	One Piece, Chapter 8, “Introducing Nami”
Story Arc	Orange Town Arc

While Oda suggested in an SBS that Usopp might be the weakest member of the Straw Hats, Nami’s role as navigator is invaluable, emphasizing her proficiency outside of combat. Although she may lack Usopp’s combat-centric feats, her Clima-Tact, now enhanced by Big Mom’s Zeus, significantly empowers her in skirmishes.

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