In that regard, it is interesting to see how author One Piece Eiichiro Oda has been setting up Zoro as closer to power to Luffy than what could be assumed from reading the manga somewhat casually.

Kuma makes Zoro a deal in which Zoro is expected to give his life for Luffy’s, yet thankfully neither ends up dying. Robin Calls Luffy (Image via Toei Animation) Returning the favor, Luffy comes ...