Sanji isnt a parallel to Scopper Gaban. Absolutely nothing supports this. Sanji and Zoro have consistently been represented as rivals for the entirety of the series. Yeah, Zoro is stronger but they are and have always been roughly on the same level.
Now onto how Rayleigh is a mix of both. For Zoro it's obvious. Both high class swordsman. They both have scars across their eyes. They are both the first mate of their respective crews. They're both much more stoic compared to their captain.
How is Sanji in some ways a parallel?
One of Rayleighs defining characteristics is his intelligence. He is significantly more careful, observant and tactical than Zoro. Which strawhat has saved the crew on atleast three occasions due to tactical planning and intelligence? Sanji
He also seems to be skilled in kicks. Definitely a deliberate choice.
Two of Rayeligh's initial characteristics are that he regularly mingles with women and drinks alot
Asethically, there is no doubt that he more closely resembles Zoro but, Rayleigh is basically the best of both Sanji and Zoro together. Calling Sanji- Gaban's parallel is just a weak attempt to minimize Sanji's importance to the crew and to the narrative. They are BOTH Luffy's hands.
At the end of the day. Sanji is Sanji. Zoro is Zoro. Rayleigh is Rayleigh but emphasizing some characteristics over others is stupid
Now onto how Rayleigh is a mix of both. For Zoro it's obvious. Both high class swordsman. They both have scars across their eyes. They are both the first mate of their respective crews. They're both much more stoic compared to their captain.
How is Sanji in some ways a parallel?
One of Rayleighs defining characteristics is his intelligence. He is significantly more careful, observant and tactical than Zoro. Which strawhat has saved the crew on atleast three occasions due to tactical planning and intelligence? Sanji
He also seems to be skilled in kicks. Definitely a deliberate choice.
Two of Rayeligh's initial characteristics are that he regularly mingles with women and drinks alot
Asethically, there is no doubt that he more closely resembles Zoro but, Rayleigh is basically the best of both Sanji and Zoro together. Calling Sanji- Gaban's parallel is just a weak attempt to minimize Sanji's importance to the crew and to the narrative. They are BOTH Luffy's hands.
At the end of the day. Sanji is Sanji. Zoro is Zoro. Rayleigh is Rayleigh but emphasizing some characteristics over others is stupid
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