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Eric Dow

Character

Eric Dow, nicknamed King, is a mentioned-only figure from the anime whose story survives solely as a tale that Raoul recounts to Luffy. Dreaded as a demon in his day, he is remembered chiefly for boldly challenging Gol D. Roger to a duel and going down in defeat.

Status: non-canon
Gender: Male
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Personality

Eric Dow placed great faith in his own strength, bold enough to throw down a challenge to Gol D. Roger himself.

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Abilities

He was a formidable man dreaded as a demon, which suggests he possessed genuine power, though no details of his fighting are recorded.

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History

At some point Eric Dow crossed paths with Gol D. Roger and challenged him to single combat, a contest that ended in his defeat. His account reaches the story only through Raoul, who recounts it to Luffy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Eric Dow in One Piece?

Eric Dow, nicknamed King, is a mentioned-only One Piece character whose story survives only through a tale that Raoul recounts to Luffy.

Who defeated Eric Dow in One Piece?

Eric Dow was defeated by Gol D. Roger after challenging the legendary pirate to a duel.

What happened to Eric Dow in One Piece?

In One Piece, Eric Dow is remembered for boldly challenging Gol D. Roger to single combat and losing, a story that reaches the audience only secondhand through Raoul's retelling to Luffy.

How is Eric Dow's story told in One Piece?

Eric Dow's story is never shown directly in One Piece; it exists only as an account that Raoul shares with Luffy at some point.

What was Eric Dow known for before facing Roger?

Before his duel with Roger, Eric Dow was feared as a demon and had placed great faith in his own strength, which gave him the confidence to challenge Roger.

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