Age: 39

Sexuality: Pansexual

Ship: Red Force, brigantine (three palm trees on quarterdeck)

Occupation: Red-Haired Pirates captain

Secret: Doesn't enjoy being a Yonko but understands it's necessary to keep the peace for now. Knows he has an alcohol problem but doesn't want to admit it. Lived in Mariejois for a year at age 24 to obtain information and fled after obtaining it

Childhood: found at age 1 by Roger in a chest in God Valley, raised by Roger Pirates until mid-teens; considers Roger his father, whose straw hat he received as a child. Apprentice alongside Buggy, fought after Roger's execution and separated, briefly reunited at Marineford then split. Has traveled entire Grand Line, including Fishman Island and Skypiea, but did not see Raftel with crew - took care of sick Buggy instead. As teen, witnessed Roger's execution, then left to form his own crew. Met Yasopp soon after, then Beckman a few months later. Has been in all 4 Blues. On friendly terms with Marco.

Young Adult History: Obtained eye scar at age 24 from Blackbeard, then moved to Mariejois for 1 year with blood family; became God's Knight to obtain information, gained Mark of the Covenant. Helped Fisher Tiger escape, then abandoned Mariejois during mission and escaped to Elbaph; fought Harold alongside Loki, witnissed Harold's death. Stole Nika fruit from Cipher Pol ship 1 year later, saw Luffy eat it soon after. Lost left arm soon after while rescuing Luffy from Sea King and Higuma, then left straw hat with Luffy and promise for him to return it once a great pirate. Was once rival to Mihawk until he lost his left arm, keeps in contact occasionally.

Adult History: 8 years ago, became Yonko after defeating Shiki. 6 years ago, imprisoned Loki to World Tree with seastone. Met Ace 5 years ago, recognized him as Roger's son and Shanks' little brother. 2 years ago, stopped Marineford War after preventing Kaido from joining; saved Luffy's and Koby's lives from Akainu.

Senior Officers of Crew: Benn Beckman (first mate), Yasopp (sniper), Hongo (doctor), Lucky Roux (cook), Building Snake (navigator), Bonk & Monster (Monster is a monkey; both are crews musicians), Limejuice, Gab, Rockstar (fleet ambassador)

Personality: Loyal to crew, who he sees as family. Friendly, outgoing, extremely charismatic. Can be greedy about treasure, but would choose crew over treasure. Honorable, does not kill unless required, and avoids fights unless it can't be avoided. Carefree, laid-back, loves to have fun; throws parties often and looks for any excuse to throw one. Extremely protective of crew, will not tolerate threats towards them, but brushes off threats to himself usually. Loves to drink and has a high tolerance. Very clingy and has little concept of personal space, but gets worse when drunk. Is protective of territories and fleet

Likes: West Blue sake (favorite drink), parties, relaxing, adores chocolate, drinking, warm climates

Dislikes: Marines, threats to his friends or crew, anything that restricts freedom, cold temperatures

Fighting Abilities: Highly skilled swordsman (trained by Silvers Rayleigh; downplays abilities). Stronger than he appears and very fast. Has adapted well to using only his right arm

Other Abilities: Intelligent but hides it. Advanced Armament & Observation haki, full control over Conquerors Haki; known as "haki killer", can use own haki to stop others from using theirs sometimes

Clothing: Sandals, a red sash around his waist, tropical pants, a shirt he keeps buttoned from mid-chest down and keeps sleeves rolled to elbows, black cloak with a flared collar

Appearance: Bright red hair, tan-fair skin, dark red-brown eyes. 6' 6". Lean but muscled, missing his left arm. Three scars across his left eye

Other Info: Known as "Red-Hair". Has a soft spot for kids. Doesn't like to talk about his past before Roger's execution as it's painful

Family: Member of the Figarland family from Mariejois, hates them & does not want to associate with them; father is St Garling (head of God's Knights), identical twin brother is Shamrock (a God's Knight)

Shanks has either been imprisoned on or is stationed on a Marine ship; ship is commanded by Vice Adnimral Helinda and Captain Thomas