Luffy Wins One Piece World Top 100, But Cracker's Ranking Stuns Fans

The final One Piece World Top 100 rankings are here, and Luffy has taken the No. 1 spot. Zoro and Sanji complete the Top 3, while Cracker's surprising No. 21 fi...

The One Piece fandom finally has its answer.

After months of voting, the second global World Top 100 character popularity poll has revealed its final results.

And once again, Monkey D. Luffy is No. 1.

But while the top of the ranking was relatively familiar, the rest of the list produced several surprises that fans are already talking about.

Zoro finished second.

Sanji finished third.

Nami took fourth.

And then things became much more interesting.

One of the biggest shocks is Charlotte Cracker reaching No. 21, while Charlotte Katakuri failed to make the Top 30.

For a series with more than 1,500 eligible characters, the final ranking says a lot about which characters currently have the strongest connection with fans around the world.

World Top 100

Luffy Is Still the World's Favorite

Monkey D. Luffy has officially won the second global One Piece character popularity poll.

This is not simply another Japanese popularity poll.

Fans from around the world were able to participate, with 1,567 characters eligible for voting.

After all the votes were counted and reviewed, Luffy remained at the top.

That means the Straw Hat captain continues to hold the strongest worldwide popularity among the enormous cast of One Piece.

And considering how many major characters have been introduced since the first global poll, maintaining that position is impressive.

Zoro and Sanji Complete the Top Three

The result also gives us the familiar Monster Trio at the top.

Monkey D. Luffy
Roronoa Zoro
Sanji

This is significant because the three characters have remained among the most popular figures in One Piece for decades.

Their positions also reflect how strongly the Straw Hats continue to dominate the popularity rankings.

But the fourth-place result is arguably just as interesting.

Nami Beats the Rest of the Straw Hats

Nami finished fourth.

That places her above every other Straw Hat except Luffy, Zoro and Sanji.

Nami's position is especially notable because the gap between the original trio and the rest of the crew has often been a major topic in One Piece popularity discussions.

Yet she remains firmly among the world's most popular characters.

And she is followed by another extremely popular member of the wider One Piece cast.

Law Takes Fifth Place

Trafalgar D. Water Law finished No. 5.

Law has remained one of the most popular characters outside the Straw Hat crew for years.

His position is another sign that his importance to the story has translated into long-term fan support.

He is followed by Nico Robin at No. 6.

Robin therefore remains one of the strongest-performing Straw Hats in the poll.

Ace and Shanks Remain Huge

Two characters whose stories have already reached major turning points also remain extremely popular.

Portgas D. Ace ranks No. 7.

Shanks ranks No. 8.

Their positions are remarkable considering how little traditional screen time they receive compared with characters such as Luffy and Zoro.

Their popularity is clearly not dependent solely on how frequently they appear.

Both have built enormous fanbases through their personalities, histories and importance to the wider story.

Mihawk and Crocodile Make the Top 10

The final two places in the Top 10 belong to two major figures from the older generation of One Piece conflicts.

Dracule Mihawk ranks No. 9.

Crocodile ranks No. 10.

Crocodile's result is particularly interesting.

He was introduced extremely early in the story, yet he continues to rank among the ten most popular characters worldwide.

Mihawk's position is equally impressive considering that fans have spent years waiting to see more of his abilities and his connection to Zoro's ultimate goal.

Corazon Beats Boa Hancock

Another interesting result comes immediately after the Top 10.

Donquixote Rosinante, better known as Corazon, ranks No. 11.

Boa Hancock ranks No. 12.

Hancock has traditionally been one of the most popular female characters in the series, so seeing Corazon finish ahead of her is notable.

Corazon's enormous popularity is largely connected to his relationship with Law and the emotional impact of his story.

His position shows just how strongly that storyline continues to resonate with fans.

Chopper Is No. 13

Tony Tony Chopper ranks No. 13.

That puts the Straw Hat doctor ahead of several major characters.

Chopper's position is also important because it keeps another Straw Hat firmly inside the upper section of the worldwide ranking.

He may not receive the same level of attention as Luffy, Zoro or Sanji, but the result shows that his popularity remains strong.

Sabo and Uta Follow

Sabo ranks No. 14, while Uta takes No. 15.

Uta's appearance this high is particularly interesting because she comes from One Piece Film: Red rather than the main manga storyline.

Her inclusion demonstrates how strongly the movie affected the wider One Piece fandom.

Sabo, meanwhile, remains one of the most popular members of the Revolutionary Army and one of the most important figures connected to Luffy's past.

Carrot Makes No. 16

Carrot ranks No. 16.

That is a significant result for a character who is not currently a central member of the Straw Hat crew.

Carrot's popularity has remained surprisingly strong despite the story moving away from the period when she spent extensive time traveling alongside the crew.

Her result also demonstrates that characters do not necessarily need constant appearances to remain popular.

Rocks D. Xebec Is Already No. 17

One of the wildest results is Rocks D. Xebec at No. 17.

The character has only recently become a much bigger part of the story's mythology.

Yet he has already defeated a huge number of established characters in the popularity rankings.

That tells us something about the effect the current Final Saga material is having.

When a character becomes important to one of the biggest mysteries in the series, fans respond quickly.

Yamato and Usopp

Yamato ranks No. 18.

Usopp ranks No. 19.

Usopp's position is particularly interesting because he has frequently been criticized by portions of the fandom for his performance during later arcs.

Yet he remains a Top 20 character worldwide.

That suggests the negative conversations surrounding him have not erased the affection many fans still have for the Straw Hat sniper.

Loki Reaches No. 20

Loki ranks No. 20.

This is another fascinating result.

Loki is one of the major figures associated with the current Elbaph storyline, meaning his popularity has grown alongside the latest stage of the manga.

His placement above several long-established characters shows how quickly a character can rise when the story gives them meaningful attention.

Cracker at No. 21 Is the Big Shock

And then comes the result that has fans talking.

Charlotte Cracker is No. 21.

Yes.

Cracker.

He has finished ahead of characters such as:

Doflamingo
Eustass Kid
Perona
Buggy
Marco
Brook
Franky
Jinbe
Katakuri

That is a remarkable result.

Cracker's popularity has never been insignificant, but a Top 30 finish — especially at No. 21 — is far higher than many fans expected.

Why Is Cracker So Popular?

There are several possible explanations.

His fight against Luffy remains one of the more memorable battles from the Whole Cake Island storyline.

His Biscuit-Biscuit Fruit also gave him an unusual fighting style.

But the biggest factor may simply be fan attachment.

Popularity polls are not power rankings.

They measure who people want to vote for.

And Cracker clearly has a surprisingly passionate group of supporters.

That is one of the reasons popularity polls can produce results that look completely different from a traditional strength ranking.

Katakuri Missing the Top 30 Is Even Stranger

The Cracker result becomes even more surprising when you look at his older brother.

Charlotte Katakuri does not make the Top 30.

That is arguably one of the biggest surprises in the entire ranking.

Katakuri has one of the most respected fights in the series.

His battle with Luffy is considered a major turning point for Luffy's development.

Yet Cracker has finished considerably higher.

That does not necessarily mean fans suddenly prefer Cracker to Katakuri as a character.

It simply shows how unpredictable worldwide popularity voting can be.

The Straw Hats Still Dominate

Despite all the surprises, the Straw Hat Pirates remain incredibly strong overall.

The crew members in the Top 30 include:

Luffy
Zoro
Sanji
Nami
Robin
Chopper
Usopp
Brook
Franky
Jinbe

That means almost the entire main crew remains within the highest section of the poll.

The only Straw Hat member outside the Top 30 is not actually outside the Top 30 by much.

Jinbe ranks No. 30.

Jinbe Barely Holds the Line

Jinbe's No. 30 position means he remains inside the Top 30.

That matters because the Top 30 characters are set to receive special treatment connected to the franchise.

Jinbe therefore avoids being pushed out of the group at the last moment.

However, his position also means he is currently the lowest-ranked Straw Hat.

That is a strange distinction for a character who has been involved in some of the most important events of the New World.

The Final Top 30

Rank	Character
1	Monkey D. Luffy
2	Roronoa Zoro
3	Sanji
4	Nami
5	Trafalgar Law
6	Nico Robin
7	Portgas D. Ace
8	Shanks
9	Dracule Mihawk
10	Crocodile
11	Donquixote Rosinante
12	Boa Hancock
13	Tony Tony Chopper
14	Sabo
15	Uta
16	Carrot
17	Rocks D. Xebec
18	Yamato
19	Usopp
20	Loki
21	Charlotte Cracker
22	Donquixote Doflamingo
23	Eustass Kid
24	Perona
25	Buggy
26	Marco
27	Brook
28	Nefertari Vivi
29	Franky
30	Jinbe

What Makes This Ranking So Interesting?

The biggest lesson is simple:

Popularity is not the same thing as strength.

If this were a power ranking, characters such as Kaido, Blackbeard, Akainu and other top-tier fighters would obviously be expected much higher.

Instead, the results measure emotional connection.

That explains why Ace remains No. 7 despite his story ending years ago.

It explains why Corazon remains above Hancock.

It explains why Uta can enter the Top 15.

And it explains why Cracker can somehow beat Katakuri.

The Ranking Also Shows the Power of Recent Storylines

The rise of characters such as Rocks D. Xebec and Loki is particularly interesting.

Both characters have received increased attention through the current era of the manga.

That attention appears to have translated into significant fan interest.

It shows how quickly a character can become popular when Oda gives them a compelling role.

And that could become even more important as the Final Saga continues.

Oda Is Giving the Top Characters More Than Bragging Rights

The popularity poll is not simply about finding out who fans like.

The final results also come with rewards.

Characters in the Top 30 will receive newly drawn outfits from Eiichiro Oda.

The Top 15 will also receive special anime eyecatches planned for 2027.

Top-ranking characters will additionally be featured in various merchandise projects.

That makes the final positions more meaningful than a simple number on a website.

The Top 15 Will Appear in the Anime

The Top 15 characters are scheduled to appear as special eyecatches in the One Piece anime in 2027.

That means the final ranking could eventually become something fans actually see during the broadcast.

And because the Top 15 includes characters such as Uta, Corazon, Ace and Rocks, the resulting illustrations could be particularly interesting.

Some of these characters are not currently active in the main storyline.

One Piece Fans Have Plenty to Debate

The final ranking has already created several obvious arguments.

Should Cracker really be above Katakuri?

Should Usopp be higher?

Why did Jinbe fall to No. 30?

Should Carrot still be this high?

How did Rocks reach No. 17?

And why is Luffy still able to dominate the global vote after all these years?

Those debates are exactly what make a popularity poll entertaining.

There is no objectively correct favorite character.

The numbers simply show what the worldwide voting audience decided.

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Final Take

The second One Piece World Top 100 has produced a result that feels familiar at the top but surprisingly chaotic underneath.

Luffy remains No. 1.

Zoro and Sanji follow.

Nami is the highest-ranked female character.

Law remains the most popular non-Straw Hat among the very top positions.

But Cracker at No. 21 and Katakuri outside the Top 30 may end up being the results fans remember most.

And with the Top 15 receiving special anime appearances in 2027, these rankings are about to become more than just numbers.

The One Piece fandom has spoken.

Luffy is still the king of popularity.