Captain Gorilla
CharacterCaptain Gorilla is a Marine officer dispatched to investigate the Nightmare of Baldimore, a disaster Franky caused by accident. Cautious and level-headed, he weighs the evidence carefully before joining the search through Karakuri Island.
Appearance
True to his name, Captain Gorilla has a face strongly evoking a gorilla, with shaggy sideburns and a large, distinctive nose of the same character. He keeps a regulation Marine cap on his head and, suited to the frozen island he was sent to, wraps himself in a fur-lined cape marked with the Marine insignia, epaulets riding atop what appears to be a long pocketed coat. A standard flintlock rifle hangs across his back. In younger days his sideburns were thinner, his face rounder and more pear-shaped, and he wore no cloak.
Personality
For all his beastly looks, Gorilla comes across as composed and ready to follow orders as given. He thinks logically too, declining to leap straight to conclusions about Franky during his time on Karakuri Island. He is not the bravest, though, and panicked badly at the sight of the so-called Sacred Burning Beast charging his way.
Abilities
His assignment to investigate the Karakuri Island incident suggests some skill at investigation, reinforced by his refusal to accept the obvious answer without exploring the facts for himself. As a captain he holds authority over all Marines of lower rank, and he carries a rifle that, given his officer status, he is presumably trained to use.
Related Reading
See all
The Most Popular Women of One Piece: A Fan's Journey Through Anime's Greatest Female Characters...
When I first decided to commit to watching One Piece seriously, I knew I was embarking on one of anime's longest and most beloved series. With over 100...
Super Saiyan Pubes: The Song About Where Super Saiyan Hair Actually Goes
The transformation everyone knows, the follow-up question nobody would touch. Why we made a smooth R&B track about the golden glow Dragon Ball never talks about....
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Captain Gorilla in One Piece?
Captain Gorilla is a Marine officer sent to investigate the Nightmare of Baldimore, a disaster accidentally caused by the Straw Hats' shipwright Franky. His face strongly resembles a gorilla, complete with shaggy sideburns and a distinctive nose.
Why did Captain Gorilla doubt that Franky caused the Nightmare of Baldimore?
Captain Gorilla doubted Franky was responsible because the Straw Hats had last been seen at Sabaody and Luffy had fought in the Summit War of Marineford. He also reasoned that reaching Baldimore required a large icebreaker, none of which had been reported missing.
What happened when Captain Gorilla searched Karakuri Island?
While searching the mountains of Karakuri Island, Captain Gorilla and his men encountered a flaming, tiger-like figure and fled in terror, not realizing it was actually Franky running about after his tiger-skin rug caught fire. The incident became known locally as the Sacred Burning Beast of Baldimore.
What weapon does Captain Gorilla carry?
Captain Gorilla carries a standard flintlock rifle across his back, matching his rank as a Marine officer.
What is Captain Gorilla's personality like?
Despite his intimidating, beast-like appearance, Captain Gorilla is composed and follows orders logically, refusing to jump to conclusions about Franky without investigating first. He is not especially brave though, having panicked at the sight of the so-called Sacred Burning Beast.
Sources & Information
Looking for more on Captain Gorilla? The One Piece Wiki on Fandom has a dedicated page with community notes.
View on FandomThis content is original writing by Daddy Jim Headquarters based on the One Piece anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Character and scene imagery on this site is original artwork by Daddy Jim Headquarters, not screenshots or licensed imagery. Official cover art is used on three types of pages for editorial commentary:
- Movie pages: theatrical posters and key visuals, credited to Toei Animation and Toei Company.
- Game pages: official box art for the One Piece console and mobile games, credited to Bandai Namco.
- Manga chapter pages: Jump Comics volume covers, credited to Shueisha and Eiichiro Oda.
Official resources:
Help Us Keep This Wiki Accurate
Daddy Jim Headquarters maintains this encyclopedia. If you spot an error, a translation issue, or something that doesn't look right, let us know.