but zoro exists in the story to appease edgy teenagers and sell figurines?
At least he does that
Every other character isn't even a character
Just wasted drops of ink and disgustingly bad
Zoro is at least consistently written with
-Great moral compass
-Embodiment of Hardwork
-Loyalty
-Level headedness
-Drive towards a purpsoe
-Friendship
-Generosity
-Combatative innovation
-Fitness oriented mindset
Every other character is just pure ass and worthless