Dadan Curly

Personality

Dadan is a gruff, outwardly uncaring mountain bandit boss who initially displays a stereotypical criminal personality: cowardly when facing Garp's threats, impatient with the troublesome Luffy and Ace, and prone to questionable disciplinary methods. However, beneath her harsh exterior lies a surprisingly caring and protective nature, particularly towards Luffy and Ace, whom she raised despite her initial reluctance. Her actions, such as rescuing them from Bluejam and her distraught reaction to Ace's death, reveal a deep, albeit subtly expressed, affection for the boys. Her fierce loyalty to her bandit family also demonstrates a strong sense of community and protectiveness. While she often complains and acts tough, Dadan's emotional vulnerability shines through in moments of genuine concern for Luffy and Ace, particularly after Ace's death. Her grief and subsequent attack on Garp highlight the depth of her hidden feelings and the significant impact the boys had on her life. This contrast between her rough exterior and her underlying tenderness forms the core of her complex personality.