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Karasuke

Character

Karasuke is a sizable raven-like bird native to O-Kan Island who turns up in the third One Piece film. Friendly toward people, he stands by Mobanby and lends a hand to Chopper when the other animals turn their backs.

Japanese Va: Toshiko Fujita
Status: Alive
First Appearance: Chopper's Kingdom on the Island of Strange Animals
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Appearance

Karasuke is a large black bird whose red tail trails behind thin legs. His neck stretches longer than the rest of his body, and his dark green face holds wide eyes above a black beak. Sprouting from the back of his head are several red and yellow feathers.

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Personality

Warm-hearted and hopeful where humans are concerned, Karasuke counted Mobanby among his close friends and gladly pitched in to aid others alongside him.

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History

As a talking crow, Karasuke is, apart from Bald Parrot, the only creature on the island able to speak with humans. When the other animals deserted Chopper, he joined Mobanby in coming to Chopper's aid. He later made a cameo appearance in the spin-off One Piece School, turning up with Mobanby as a spectator.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Karasuke in One Piece?

Karasuke is a large raven like bird native to O-Kan Island who appears in the third One Piece film, Chopper's Kingdom on the Island of Strange Animals. He is friendly toward people and helps Chopper when the other animals turn against him.

What does Karasuke look like?

Karasuke is a large black bird with a red tail, thin legs, and a neck longer than the rest of his body. His dark green face has wide eyes and a black beak, with red and yellow feathers sprouting from the back of his head.

Can Karasuke talk?

Yes, Karasuke can talk. Aside from Bald Parrot, he is the only creature on O-Kan Island able to speak with humans.

How does Karasuke help Chopper?

When the other animals on O-Kan Island desert Chopper, Karasuke joins his friend Mobanby in coming to Chopper's aid.

Does Karasuke appear anywhere besides the third One Piece film?

Karasuke also makes a cameo appearance in the spin off One Piece School, turning up alongside Mobanby as a spectator.

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