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Bentham, better known as Mr. 2 Bon Clay, is a former officer agent of the secret criminal organization Baroque Works. He is an okama, a term used in the Japanese context to describe someone who challenges traditional gender norms, and this is expressed through his flamboyant attire, heavy makeup, and theatrical mannerisms. His code name is unusual among Baroque Works agents because it combines a male agent number with a female agent’s holiday-based name, reflecting the belief that he fills both the male and female partner roles himself.
His personality is defined by an extravagant, cheerful, and openly affectionate nature, often breaking into song and dance. Despite being introduced as an antagonist working to destabilize the kingdom of Alabasta under the orders of Crocodile, he values friendship and loyalty above all else. This core motivation sets him apart from his fellow agents; he abandons his mission when he forms a genuine bond with the Straw Hat Pirates, particularly after his defeat by Sanji. His role in the story shifts from a formidable enemy who uses his disguise ability to impersonate royalty and sow chaos, to a steadfast ally who helps the Straw Hats escape Captain Hina’s ambush at the end of the Alabasta arc. His most notable relationship is with Monkey D. Luffy, whom he comes to see as a symbol of freedom and courage, leading him to make selfless sacrifices. He also shares a mutual respect with Sanji after their intense battle. The character’s development is marked by a clear transition from a calculating agent to a selfless friend, later cementing this growth in the Impel Down arc by sacrificing his own freedom to ensure Luffy’s escape.
Mr. 2 Bon Clay possesses the power of the Mane Mane no Mi (Clone Clone Fruit), a Paramecia-type Devil Fruit that allows him to perfectly copy the appearance, voice, and memories of any person he touches with his right hand. This ability makes him an exceptional infiltrator and spy. In combat, he uses a unique martial art called Okama Kenpo, a flamboyant and acrobatic fighting style that incorporates ballet-like movements, often accompanied by his signature swan-shaped accessories. He is agile and flexible, using dance-inspired kicks and holds to overwhelm opponents. His abilities, while not the most physically destructive, are strategically invaluable for deception and misdirection.
His personality is defined by an extravagant, cheerful, and openly affectionate nature, often breaking into song and dance. Despite being introduced as an antagonist working to destabilize the kingdom of Alabasta under the orders of Crocodile, he values friendship and loyalty above all else. This core motivation sets him apart from his fellow agents; he abandons his mission when he forms a genuine bond with the Straw Hat Pirates, particularly after his defeat by Sanji. His role in the story shifts from a formidable enemy who uses his disguise ability to impersonate royalty and sow chaos, to a steadfast ally who helps the Straw Hats escape Captain Hina’s ambush at the end of the Alabasta arc. His most notable relationship is with Monkey D. Luffy, whom he comes to see as a symbol of freedom and courage, leading him to make selfless sacrifices. He also shares a mutual respect with Sanji after their intense battle. The character’s development is marked by a clear transition from a calculating agent to a selfless friend, later cementing this growth in the Impel Down arc by sacrificing his own freedom to ensure Luffy’s escape.
Mr. 2 Bon Clay possesses the power of the Mane Mane no Mi (Clone Clone Fruit), a Paramecia-type Devil Fruit that allows him to perfectly copy the appearance, voice, and memories of any person he touches with his right hand. This ability makes him an exceptional infiltrator and spy. In combat, he uses a unique martial art called Okama Kenpo, a flamboyant and acrobatic fighting style that incorporates ballet-like movements, often accompanied by his signature swan-shaped accessories. He is agile and flexible, using dance-inspired kicks and holds to overwhelm opponents. His abilities, while not the most physically destructive, are strategically invaluable for deception and misdirection.