The Untold Story of Franky: Unveiling the Secrets of One Piece

Similar to the rest of the Straw Hat crew, Franky's past is complex and filled with hardships, ultimately shaping him into the larger-than-life character he is today. Trained by the renowned shipwright Fishman Tom, who was responsible for constructing the legendary vessel of Gol D. Roger, Franky honed his shipbuilding skills from a young age. However, the tragedies he faced, including the loss of his mentor, turned him into a determined and headstrong individual.

Franky's passion for building warships led him to create many destructive vessels during his apprenticeship with Tom. His ultimate dream was to construct his own fantasy ship, equipped with advanced gadgets and weapons, and navigate the treacherous seas of One Piece. When he met the Straw Hat crew in Water 7 and assisted them in rescuing Nico Robin from CP9 in Enies Lobby, Franky's dream began to come true. He was entrusted with the task of building a new ship, the Thousand Sunny, which would replace the Straw Hats' previous vessel, the Going Merry. All of Franky's experiences and hardships culminated in him joining the Straw Hats, allowing him to finally pursue the dream he held onto since childhood.

The Origins Of Cutty Flam

Born to pirate parents in the South Blue, Franky was cast out to sea and saved by Tom. His original name was Cutty Flam, but he became an apprentice to the legendary shipwright after impressing him with his ability to create a cannon from scrap metal. Iceburg, Tom's other apprentice, gave him his current name, Franky. Over the years, Franky and Iceburg learned their craft from Tom, with Franky focusing on weaponized battleships to combat Sea Kings.

During his youth, Franky met the Roger Pirates when they visited Tom in Water 7. He also crossed paths with Kozuki Oden, who invited him to join the crew alongside future great pirates such as Shanks and Buggy. However, Franky declined the offer due to his disdain for pirates, stemming from his own parents abandoning him as an infant. Despite this, the encounter with the Roger Pirates and the Pirate King had a profound impact on Franky's life and set him on his current journey with the Straw Hats.

The Tragedy Of Tom's Workers

At the age of 12, tragedy struck Franky's life when his mentor and father figure, Tom, was put on trial by the World Government for his involvement in building the Oro Jackson, the ship of the Pirate King. However, Tom managed to convince his persecutors to delay his sentencing, enabling him to construct Water 7's inaugural sea train, the Puffing Tom. Over the next decade, Franky, Tom, and Iceburg tirelessly worked on building the train and an additional three lines for its travel. These efforts not only redeemed Tom in the eyes of the people of Water 7 and the stationed Marines, but also earned him a pardon from the Navy as a deserving recognition for his exceptional craftsmanship.

Unfortunately, this triumph was short-lived. Spandam, the head of CP5 at the time, manipulated the Battle Frankies to launch an attack on Water 7, falsely implicating Tom in the process. Despite Tom's Workers preventing extensive damage, his reputation plummeted once again, leading to his death sentence. Spandam's motivation behind this deceitful plot was to gain access to the blueprints for Pluton, an Ancient Weapon that had been passed down to Tom by the shipwrights of Water 7 over the years. Acting on behalf of the World Government, Spandam aimed to seize control of this valuable battleship. Consumed by guilt for his role in creating the Battle Frankies and unwilling to accept his mentor's fate, Franky struck Spandam with his pistol as he escorted Tom to Enies Lobby, where the sentencing would occur. In a desperate attempt to stop the Puffing Tom, Franky even stood in its path, resulting in severe injuries and being presumed dead for years to come.

Becoming Cyborg Franky

Fortunately, Franky managed to survive being hit by a train, although he suffered severe injuries. To compensate for his lost limbs, he cleverly constructed augmented prosthetics using spare parts salvaged from an abandoned ship. With his transformation into a cyborg complete, Franky proudly tattooed "BF-36" on his shoulders, solidifying his identity as the newest member of the Battle Franky line. As time passed, Franky continued to upgrade his arsenal, developing the improved BF-37 and eventually the powerful BF-38, known as the Iron Pirate "General Franky." After a four-year absence, Franky returned to Water 7 and was shocked to discover that his old friend, Iceburg, had aligned himself with the World Government. Filled with fury, Franky confronted Iceburg, who, in turn, was overjoyed to see him alive. Despite Franky's objections, Iceburg entrusted him with the blueprints for Pluton and implored him to leave Water 7 in one piece. Stubbornly, Franky refused, sparking a heated argument between the two. Taking matters into his own hands, Franky established the Franky Family, recruiting individuals whom he had bested in battle with his augmented body, and formed his own criminal organization in the streets of Water 7. Gradually, Franky rose to power as the leader of the city's underworld, targeting pirates and passing ships to supplement his income. Throughout his rule, he carried the burden of guilt over Tom's death and sought redemption through his criminal actions. By coordinating criminal activities and absorbing the citizens' animosity, Franky aimed to protect Water 7 and preserve Tom's legacy. He also diligently worked and saved money with the dream of purchasing the coveted Adam Wood to build his ultimate ship. Finally, his aspiration came to fruition with the arrival of the Straw Hat crew.

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