Genda Tessho, the esteemed voice actor behind the formidable character Kaido from One Piece, has announced that he will be stepping down from his role in a recent revelation. This sudden statement has left the One Piece community buzzing. On one hand, some fans are assuming that this might be an indication of Kaido’s return with another voice actor, but for many fans, it seems unlikely.
Kaido’s defeat at the hands of Gear 5 Luffy marked one of the most pivotal and significant moments in One Piece‘s history. Set in the colorful and turbulent kingdom of Wano, the fight was a high-stakes match that put both warriors to the test. Despite Kaido’s immense strength and experience, Luffy’s unwavering spirit and innovative combat techniques ultimately led to Kaido’s defeat.
Genda Tessho’s Statement and Fans’ Reactions
In a recent post on X (previously, Twitter), user @sandman_AP shared that the legendary voice actor behind Kaido from One Piece will be stepping down from his role due to health reasons and he will be replaced by another voice actor.
While this revelation may shock fans, the more shocking thing about this is the implication of Kaido’s potential return to One Piece. In the Wano arc, Luffy defeated Kaido with his Gear 5 transformation. Kaido’s defeat in chapter 1049 was so absolute that he lost his position as one of the Four Emperors, while Luffy earned a place alongside his mentor Shanks as an Emperor in the battle’s wake.
Thus, Genda Tessho’s recent announcement has left the fans buzzing as they can’t believe that Kaido’s role in One Piece might not have finished yet. Though it seems unlikely depending on the situation, fans are full of questions about the hidden implications that lie in the voice actor’s statement raising one common question,
Kaido is coming back confirmed?
In response, another user @pewpiece clarified that Kaido will appear again for the scenes of Kuma’s past in God Valley, which took place 38 years ago. So basically, Kaido will reappear through a flashback, not in the story’s present scenario.
This post sparked some mixed reactions among the fans, as some fans are disappointed that they might not see Kaido in action once again. On the other hand, many fans hilariously shared that the news of the voice actor’s replacement is not a serious concern since there is no indication of Kaido’s return.
During the God Valley incident 38 years ago, Kaido was present at God Valley as a young and ambitious pirate and fought alongside Rocks D. Xebec, his former captain against formidable adversaries like Gol D. Roger and Monkey D. Garp.
He was already a strong fighter back then but he had not yet received the Azure Dragon, the power of fish-fish fruit model. In the final moment of the God Valley incident, he was given the precious Devil fruit by Big Mom.
Looking Forward to the Future Developments
While Kaido’s defeat was a monumental moment, the departure of iconic characters like Kaido signifies the end of an era and opens up new opportunities and challenges for Luffy and his crew as One Piece continues to reveal its epic story.
As the Straw hat Pirates navigate the deadly Grand Line and beyond, fans excitedly wonder what the future holds for them.
The anime community and fans alike will surely remember Genda Tessho‘s contribution to One Piece with respect. While we will surely miss Genda Tessho as Kaido’s voice actor, it is important to respect his personal decisions and move forward. To ensure that the heritage of One Piece continues to captivate audiences worldwide, we can anticipate the introduction of new characters along with new voice actors and the development of old tales as the series progresses.
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