Who killed Pedro in One Piece and how did he die? For some fans, Pedro’s death was probably one of the worst. When someone in the series dies, it almost always leaves a big emotional impact, and this one certainly did for many fans. So, here is a guide on Pedro’s death in One Piece.
Who killed Pedro in One Piece?
Pedro sacrificed his life so the Straw Hats could escape from Big Mom and her crew. During this time, Perospero attacked the Straw Hats by trapping the Thousand Sunny and covering it in candy.
Considering that, Perospero can be blamed for Pedro’s death. Moreover, Pedro blew himself up, hoping to take Perospero out with him. Unfortunately, Perospero survived the explosion. But he did end up losing an arm, and his powers were deactivated.
How did Pedro die in One Piece?
Pedro dies after igniting the rows of dynamite sticks strapped onto him, causing an explosion. A lot of deaths in One Piece are highly emotional, but witnessing Pedro’s death happen in real-time and not in a flashback or backstory will certainly bring some fans to tears.
But Pedro’s sacrifice was not in vain. He greatly believed in the Straw Hats, considering them as the ones who would guide them to “the dawn of the world,” similar to who the Kozuki clan had been waiting for. Attacking Perospero with the explosion deactivated his Devil Fruit powers, which allowed the candy around the Thousand Sunny to melt. This led to the Straw Hats’ escape.
What episode does Pedro die in?
Pedro dies in One Piece Episode 849, titled “Before the Dawn – Pedro, the Captain of the Guardians.”
Meanwhile, that would be Chapter 877 to Chapter 878 in the manga.
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