In One Piece, Luffy’s straw hat was gifted to him by Shanks the Red-Haired, symbolizing a bond that would only grow stronger as Luffy embarked on his journey to become a pirate king. Many years later, this straw hat remains a significant treasure for Luffy.
For Luffy, the straw hat serves as a constant reminder of the promises he must fulfill. This is the reason why the iconic yellow straw hat has always been closely associated with Luffy since he first received it (thus, it is now known as the Straw Hat).
His goal is not solely to become the next Pirate King, but there is an underlying dream that he wishes to achieve after reaching the legendary island of Laugh Tale.
On Twitter/X, a user humorously noted: “Interesting fact: Luffy always wears his straw hat while carrying out his duties as a captain. The captain wears the straw hat!â€
The straw hat has been passed down from Roger to Shanks, and then from Shanks to Luffy. All three characters bear a unique significance in their own right. While Roger ventured into the seas as the first Pirate King, Shanks has become a powerful figure in recent years. Now, Luffy and Shanks share the title of Captain, representing the royalty of the seas.
Thus, we can understand that the straw hat embodies the spiritual inheritance of humanity, serving as a timeless reminder of the intentions of its previous holders.
Despite everything he has achieved, Luffy remains humble and carefree, much like when he first started. However, there are times when he must make choices that align with the responsibilities of being a captain. This is when Luffy ensures that he is truly worthy of wearing the straw hat on his head.
“This is why our environment makes us the best of people! Now, when you mention the straw hat, he is truly a beloved figure! I love that he is a character with such depth!â€, another user remarked.
“He is ‘Luffy the Straw Hat’ from the Straw Hat crew, and I am really touched by how Luffy expresses his intentions, whether intentional or not.â€, another user shared.
