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Robson

Character

Robson serves as Wapol's pet as well as his personal mount, a large beast known as a White Walkie or Wooly Hippo. Loyal despite Wapol having slain his brothers, he carried the deposed king around Drum Island during the Arabasta Saga.

English Va: Kyle Phillips
Japanese Va: Kenji Nomura
Status: Alive
First Appearance (Manga): Chapter 135
Crew & Affiliations: Drum Kingdom (former), Bliking Pirates (disbanded)
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Appearance

A sizable White Walkie, Robson is draped in long white fur and resembles a hippopotamus in overall shape. His legs are notably long, and Wapol has fitted a saddle onto his back so that he can be ridden.

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Personality

Although Wapol was responsible for killing his brothers, Robson stays devoted to him. That devotion is tied to the rewards Wapol regularly hands out whenever the beast obeys an order. As a White Walkie his legs can extend, granting remarkable climbing ability, which let him scale the Drum Rockies while bearing Wapol on his back.

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History

At some earlier point Wapol killed a number of Robson's brothers and claimed the survivor as his riding animal. Robson was put to use when Wapol first came back to Drum Island, and noticing the beast's irritation, Wapol handed over a treat to keep him cooperative. He stood quietly as Wapol proclaimed his retaking of the island in Bighorn, then dozed off while his master fought Dalton. As an avalanche bore down, Robson stretched his legs to lift Wapol, Chess, and Kuromarimo; they were still swept up but escaped once Wapol ate his way free of the snow.

The beast still bore Wapol on his back as the king initially squared off against Luffy, and he was stunned when the Lapahns came to Luffy's defense against Chess and Kuromarimo. He remained at his master's side on arrival at Drum Castle and stood by during the fight against Luffy and his companions. When Luffy landed a punch, Wapol was sent flying into Robson, hurling the White Walkie far into the distance, never to be seen again.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Robson in One Piece?

Robson is a large beast known as a White Walkie, or Wooly Hippo, who serves as Wapol's pet and personal mount. He carried the deposed king around Drum Island during the Arabasta Saga.

What kind of creature is Robson?

Robson is a White Walkie, a large creature draped in long white fur that resembles a hippopotamus in shape. Wapol fitted a saddle onto his back so he could be ridden.

Why does Robson stay loyal to Wapol despite him killing his brothers?

Robson stays loyal to Wapol even though Wapol killed a number of his brothers and claimed him as a riding animal. His devotion is tied to the treats and rewards Wapol regularly hands out whenever he obeys an order.

What special ability does Robson have?

As a White Walkie, Robson's legs can extend, giving him remarkable climbing ability. This let him scale the Drum Rockies while carrying Wapol, Chess, and Kuromarimo to safety during an avalanche.

What happens to Robson at the end of the Drum Island arc?

Near the end of the Drum Island arc, Luffy lands a punch that sends Wapol flying into Robson, hurling the White Walkie far into the distance. Robson is never seen again afterward.

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