Moqueca
CharacterMoqueca rules the Samba Kingdom in the South Blue and was among the fifty sovereigns who gathered for the Levely. A cheerful music lover, his design draws heavily on Brazilian culture.
Appearance
Stocky and short, Moqueca is a middle-aged man with a slender mustache. His outfit runs to a frilly shirt, a string of beads at the neck, flowing robes, and a bright feathered hat fashioned to look like a palm tree.
Personality
Warm and high-spirited, Moqueca has a deep fondness for samba music.
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History
As monarch of a state tied to the World Government, Moqueca held one of the limited seats at the Levely, lending him a voice in matters that shape the world. He first appeared in the Socializing Plaza of Pangaea Castle, where a shared taste in music sparked a friendship with Manboshi. When the council's opening session convened, he took his place between Beer VI and Iwatobi. His character nods to Brazil throughout: his name comes from a Brazilian-Angolan seafood stew, his love of samba doubles as the name of his kingdom, and his hat echoes the costumes of Brazilian Carnival performers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Moqueca in One Piece?
Moqueca is the king of the Samba Kingdom in the South Blue, one of the fifty world sovereigns who gathered for the Levely.
What does Moqueca look like?
Moqueca is a stocky, short middle-aged man with a slender mustache who wears a frilly shirt, a beaded necklace, flowing robes, and a bright feathered hat shaped like a palm tree.
What is Moqueca's personality like?
Moqueca is warm and high-spirited with a deep fondness for samba music.
Who is Moqueca's friend at the Levely?
Moqueca struck up a friendship with fellow monarch Manboshi after bonding over a shared love of music, and the two stood near each other when the council's session convened.
What real-world culture inspired Moqueca's design?
Moqueca's design draws heavily on Brazilian culture: his name comes from a Brazilian-Angolan seafood stew, his samba obsession echoes the name of his kingdom, and his hat nods to Brazilian Carnival costumes.
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Rights holders
- Created byEiichiro Oda
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byToei Animation
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