First off, that moment with Chopper?? When he tells him that Luffy is also a monster like him?? That’s literally the first time Chopper hears someone say that about someone else and not in a bad way. Sanji doesn’t make it weird or scary. He just says it like it’s normal, like it’s okay. And you can see how much that means to Chopper.

Then there’s the scene with Usopp. Sanji doesn’t tell him to step aside or act like he’s useless he tells him that everyone has something they can and can’t do. He reminds Usopp that he still matters, that he still has a role. He uplifts his crew instead of brushing them off and I love that so much.

Also. The kick. THE KICK. When Luffy was about to say something he was gonna regret to Usopp, Sanji didn’t hesitate. He knew how Usopp felt because Sanji was Usopp once. He’s been in that place. And he couldn’t stand seeing Usopp get hurt like that. So yeah, he kicked Luffy. And yes Luffy absolutely needed that kick. Sanji snapped him out of it before he said something that would’ve haunted him. That kick was protective. It was love.

And this one’s subtle, but it sticks with me: when he asks Momo if he’s okay. Because Sanji noticed that Momo turns into a dragon when he’s scared. He didn’t ignore it or make fun of it he checked in. Quietly. Gently.

I know it will come off a bit uncomfortable for some fans, but I don't like people calling sanji a "malewife"

It's so misogynist and stereotypical. Why is he considered a malewife or a female kind of character? He is a male for fuck's sake.

He is

A man,

A dude,

A brother,

A son,

A chef.

The fact that people associate provider, cook, and emotional person with feminine characteristics is wrong in so many ways.

Sanji is a provider. A lover. An emotional mess. A chef. A romaniticist.

That doesn't make him associated with feminity in any way. This shows how people see women and men, respectfully.

As much as it is about feminine stereotypes, it is also about masculinity stereotypes.

Sanji, as a character, questions both of them very openly. His character is a bridge between both, allows you to talk about both.

He, in the story, always sees women as people who have to sacrifice themselves. And he doesn't support that fact, he wants women to be free, to be happy, to be safe. He conveys each and every aspect of female struggles without being one. His understanding of people, as person's, allow us— viewers a deep dive into these things people perceive as "normal".

He romantising life itself by cooking good food, eating good food and relishing every moment of it. He doesn't just romantise it, he lives it— to the fullest.

He also breaks the stereotype of sacrifing your own dreams for your parents by refusing to give on his passion— cooking. (Will make a dedicated one to it).

Why can't a man be expressive like Sanji is?

Why can't a man be a provider like Sanji?

Why can't a man cook like Sanji does?

Why can't a man show his emotions like Sanji does?

Think for yourself. Question yourself.

Stories are not for just entertainment, they are to bring out questions rarely asked, question how certain things are perceived. This shows your mindset, your perspective, your thoughts.

Why is Sanji considered feminine for being expressive? Can't men be expressive? Don't they have emotions? What's so wrong about showing your emotions as a man? Who set the ground rules?

Why is Sanji considered feminine for being a provider? Why can't men be providers— cooking, doing households chores? Why is it always a woman?

Sanji isn't just a chef and a provider but also a protector and fighter. While embracing his soft and sweet sides, he can also be bold and fierce.

Re-define masculinity, re-define feminity. Because it definitely deserves to be re defined.

So, Sanji, as the perceptive smart man that he is, could not connect the: “can I ask you for a favour?”and his cigarette being on the floor AND Pudding running away? Especially because he is aware of her powers of manipulating one’s memories.

was he not even a bit sus or did he just shake it off, realised that his cigarette was not between his lips anymore and just casually lighted up another one without thinking why and how was it thrown away unfinished? Did Sanji not contemplate about her running away before asking for a favour or did he just decide to think that ‘oh well she must have changed her mind’ AJABDBDJEIKW-

More specifically I think that the side effect is a higher rate of testosterone production. And has only effects on men. All of his brother are simps but not their parents.

I’ve always felt like Sanji is one of the ones in the crew whom steps into the role of a leader the most and also one who is the most suited to lead. I just wanted to analyze a few of the moments and charactaristics that make me feel this way. However, this is not a competition, I’m simply trying to highlight some of Sanji’s qualities as a leader.

Which is why I decided to make a series of posts that all focus on different sides to Sanji that I think are worth discussing in relation to the leadership skills that I personally see in him.

This is the first part, and I’ll be talking about Sanji’s position as a chef and how it’s one of many things that has contributed to Sanji being good at leading.

This is basically a long character analysis that I had to devide into different parts! Enjoy~

Sanji’s “family” spent years trying to beat the kindness out of him. They treated it like a weakness. Like something to be ashamed of. But Sanji loved being kind. He was never ashamed of it. He just kept showing it, over and over, even when it hurt. And what I love is how Luffy sees that. From the very beginning. Like when Sanji feeds Gin an enemy, someone who literally threatened him but Sanji still gives him food. Because Sanji has so much empathy. He will never let someone starve. That’s who he is. And Luffy watches that happen. He hasn’t even tasted Sanji’s cooking yet, but he already decides: this is my cook. Not because of the food. Because of the heart behind it. Because of Sanji’s kindness.

Then in Whole Cake Island, when Sanji says he wants to save his “family”the same people who hurt him Luffy just smiles and says, “Of course. Because that’s who you are.” And that line?? That’s Luffy telling Sanji that his kindness is seen. That it’s valued. That it’s loved. It goes all the way back to why Luffy chose Sanji in the first place. Because while other people tried to shame Sanji for being kind, Luffy made it clear: it’s his favorite thing about him. And he would never want Sanji to change. And that means everything to Sanji. Because he wasn’t ashamed of being kind but he was always shamed for it. Just not by Luffy.

When Luffy tells Sanji “I can’t become King of the Pirates without you”—HELLO??? That’s the first time in the entire series Luffy admits he can’t do something. And he says it to Sanji. Not Zoro, not Nami, not anyone else. SANJI. It’s the first time Luffy shows that kind of vulnerability. And he chooses to show it to Sanji. That alone says everything about how much he values him not just as a crew member, but as family. Luffy doesn’t think he can move forward without Sanji because he loves him and needs him (platonically, obviously). And in the anime, his voice cracks when he says it. That line hurts. It means so much to him.

And then he tells Sanji “you can kick me all you want but you’re the one feeling the pain.” Luffy knows Sanji doesn’t want to do this. That Sanji isn’t doing anything wrong. Luffy sees him. He knows him. That moment shows how closely Luffy pays attention to Sanji’s feelings, even when Sanji’s trying to hide them. And I have to mention the part where Nami tells Luffy to leave Sanji behind and Luffy straight up tells her to shut up. Like yeah, she’s worried, but Luffy would never abandon his precious nakama. Not ever. And honestly? Nami needed to be told to shut up in that moment. Because Luffy wasn’t just being stubborn he was seeing through Sanji. He knew Sanji didn’t mean any of it. He knew Sanji was hurting. And he wasn’t gonna walk away just because things looked bad on the surface.

And THEN we get the scene where Luffy says he’ll starve waiting for Sanji. Because he doesn’t want another cook. He doesn’t want anyone else’s food. He wants Sanji’s food. Because it’s made with love. Because it’s his. That’s how much Sanji matters to him. That’s what makes Luffy so real. He doesn’t just hear what people say he feels what they mean. And when it comes to Sanji, he knows him. Deeply. That’s why he fought so hard for him. That’s why he waited. That’s why he refused to eat. Because Sanji isn’t just “the cook.” He’s family. And Luffy would rather starve than accept anyone else’s food, because Sanji’s cooking is made with love. And Luffy loves him back.