While i really liked and still like Sanji and Zoro, i would prefer a One Piece without them instead of without the rest. The fandom wars and the behavior of the Fans ruin these characters pretty much oftenly.
Additionaly, when will Zoro build a proper character? It feels like there is nothing beside swinging his swords. People who mostly care for fights are extremely happy with these kind of character, but i would love to see some more story and character. Characters like Katakuri or Enel, which are lost in the void now, have more characterbuilding.
I agree with u for the most part but Pre TS Zoro was already a solid, great and well established character...
Beside the fighting, there r great moments for Zoro:
-His will and resolve to become the WSS even after being humiliated by mihawk.
-Due to Mihawk's slash he spent most of Pre-Ts half dead, and yet he kept contributing to the crew.
-in Water 7 (when Usopp wanted to keep GM)
-Against Kuma, he decided to sacrifice his dream and his life for his captain..
-In little Garden, he was willing to cut his legs to save Nami and ViVi
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He was the right combination of wild ambition and selfless behavior.
There isn't much room for Zoro's character to grow post Ts.. That's why it seems bland..
But i still think Wano was great for Zoro's characterization.