One Piece has been captivating audiences for years, whether through its long-running anime, manga, or more recently, Netflix’s live-action adaptation. With the first season of Netflix’s One Piece generating significant buzz, fans are eagerly anticipating season two. Recent casting calls have provided a glimpse into what viewers can expect, revealing the inclusion of a character known to fans of the original series: Miss Goldenweek.
The details come from dedicated One Piece fan pages such as OP Netflix Fan, which uncovered information from Netflix’s casting calls. One specific call highlighted Miss Goldenweek, providing a description that teases her role in the upcoming season:
“Female, any ethnicity. A deadpan Wednesday Addams type. Don’t be fooled by her youthful appearance and childlike demeanor. She’s a twisted killer with supernatural powers of persuasion, who can make her victims obey her every sadistic whim. Instead of making friends, she finds it easier to make people into playthings, turning them into living dolls at her tea party of horrors. Even our protagonist – a stalwart optimist with unshakable dreams – finds his will sapped in her presence. When our heroes find a way to turn the tables on her, she’ll pay the price with a taste of her own depraved medicine. Seeking 18+ to play young to late teens. Recurring guest star.”
For those who may not recall, Miss Goldenweek made her first appearance during the Little Garden arc in One Piece. Known for her talent in painting, she is part of the Baroque Works organization and is partnered with Mr. 3. Given that Mr. 3 has been teased for season two, it makes sense that Miss Goldenweek would also make an appearance.
Her unique abilities and twisted personality make her a memorable antagonist. Miss Goldenweek’s power of persuasion through her painting adds an eerie and psychological element to her character, making her a formidable foe for Luffy and his crew.
The inclusion of Miss Goldenweek suggests that season two will cover the Little Garden arc, where Luffy and his crew encounter the giants Dorry and Brogy, and face off against Baroque Works agents. This arc is crucial in showcasing the growing strength and unity of the Straw Hat Pirates as they overcome increasingly challenging adversaries.
Netflix’s One Piece continues to draw from the rich source material of Eiichiro Oda’s beloved manga. As the live-action series progresses, it aims to capture the spirit and adventure that has made One Piece a global phenomenon.
As a child, Monkey D. Luffy was inspired to become a pirate by listening to the tales of the buccaneer ‘Red-Haired’ Shanks. But Luffy’s life changed when he accidentally ate the Gum-Gum Devil Fruit and gained the power to stretch like rubber…at the cost of never being able to swim again! Years later, still vowing to become the king of the pirates, Luffy sets out on his adventure…one guy alone in a rowboat, in search of the legendary ‘One Piece,’ said to be the greatest treasure in the world…”
With season two on the horizon, fans can look forward to more adventures, new characters, and the continuing quest for the legendary One Piece. The introduction of characters like Miss Goldenweek adds depth and excitement, ensuring that the journey of Luffy and his crew remains as thrilling as ever.