So I just saw Morj's recent character analysis on Zoro. It was pretty good, but I think there are some things to consider when looking at his drive. Zoro staked his life to become the World's strongest Swordsman, and to fail that is a shame punishable by suicide. His loyalty echoes the Samurai way. It is a Samurai's duty to protect their lord. It isn't something to lord over. Everything about him is informed by staunch Japanese honor and ethics. Which is what separates him from other big dreamers like Luffy, Kid, etc.
Which is why it bothers me when people underplay or undermine Zoro's connections to Wano. Because whether he was born there or not, those ideals burn in him stronger than almost any other character. Certainly more than any of the Scabbards, who are largely talk compared to Zoro.
Zoro also doesn't have a problem with asking for help. He is a rock for the crew. He can't afford to show weakness since he has to be there to protect his friends from against stuff they can't handle. He won't ever say something like "help me." Because to make himself a burden is a shame for him, and he works everyday to overcome that. He is perfectly capable of accepting assistance if it could lead to a victory, because he is a very battle oriented man, but he will never ask for it because he is personally discomfort.
And lastly, he's the furthest thing from "arrogant." I think Morj is letting the fandom affect his perception there.