One Piece stands as the biggest manga of all time, written and illustrated by the renowned Eiichiro Oda. Since its debut, the series has enthralled fans worldwide with its rich storytelling, unforgettable characters, and thrilling adventures. Nearly three decades later, One Piece continues to dominate, making it one of the best-selling stories ever created.
Eiichiro Oda isn’t just a highly respected mangaka—his sales numbers put him among the most successful authors in history. One Piece is the highest-selling manga ever, and its success has propelled Oda to the ranks of the top-selling authors globally.
Oda’s Unmatched Success in the Publishing World
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Eiichiro Oda and Luffy (Credits: Toei Animation)
As of now, Oda holds the 7th spot among the best-selling authors of all time, making him the only manga creator to reach such heights. Recently, he surpassed J.K. Rowling, whose Harry Potter series is among the most famous literary works in modern history.
With current estimates placing One Piece sales at over 530 million copies, and with the manga still ongoing, this number is only expected to soar. As the series reaches its grand finale, the sales will likely spike even further, potentially surpassing 700 million copies. This trajectory could push Oda even higher in the rankings, possibly placing him among the top five best-selling authors ever.
While surpassing literary legends like Agatha Christie or William Shakespeare might be a challenge, Oda’s legacy in publishing is undeniable. His work has secured its place in history as one of the most influential and successful stories ever told.
“I’m going to be King of the Pirates!” — Monkey D. Luffy
The Marineford Arc and Future Sales Potential
Eiichiro Oda
One of One Piece’s most successful periods was the Summit War Saga, particularly during the Marineford Arc, when the manga saw record-breaking sales. However, longtime fans believe that the Final War Arc—the much-anticipated conclusion of the series—will exceed those numbers.
Beyond the manga’s conclusion, One Piece will continue to thrive through prequels, sequels, spin-offs, and further adaptations. Whether through new anime projects, films, or other expansions of the One Piece universe, its influence will persist long after the final chapter is published.
There’s no doubt that Eiichiro Oda and One Piece have left an everlasting mark on the world of storytelling, and as the journey nears its end, its legacy will only grow stronger.
The One Piece franchise has consistently expanded beyond manga and anime, offering fans exciting projects year after year. One of the most anticipated developments was One Piece Base, a dedicated application released in Japan in 2024. However, international fans were left wondering when they would get access to this new platform.
That wait has finally ended. On February 25, 2025, One Piece Base made its global debut, giving fans worldwide a new way to engage with the beloved series. The app launched on both major app stores and came with a unique feature designed to immerse users deeper into the One Piece universe.
Create Your Own Eiichiro Oda-Style Wanted Poster
One Piece (Toei)
A standout feature of One Piece Base is the One Piece Portrait Generator. This tool allows users to create custom Wanted Posters in the signature style of Eiichiro Oda. Fans can upload or take a picture, answer a few personality-based questions, and receive a customized bounty poster based on their responses.
To celebrate the global release, the app is offering two free Portrait Generator Conversion Tickets. This special giveaway runs until March 25, 2025, at 23:59 PST, and users must claim their tickets within 30 days. After that, they will no longer be available.
Read the One Piece Manga Through the App
One Piece (Credits: Jump Comics)
Beyond the portrait generator, One Piece Base serves as a manga hub, allowing fans to access all 107 volumes of the series. However, only the first 12 volumes are available for free. To unlock additional chapters, fans must use rental tickets or purchase them with the in-app currency, Berries.
There are two types of rental tickets available:
Red (General Rental Ticket): Can be used on any volume.
Green (Volume Rental Ticket): Only works on a specific volume.
Using Berries for Rentals and Purchases
Sanji (Credits: Toei Animation)
Berries, the app’s virtual currency, offer another way to unlock new content. Fans can visit the Shop section to check pricing for different packs of Berries and purchase conversion tickets. However, rental tickets are currently unavailable for direct purchase, meaning users must rely on Berries to access locked volumes.
Since the app has just launched globally, additional features and improvements are expected over time. While fans wait for updates, they can enjoy the portrait generator and compete for the highest bounty.
