Hmm, even naming the arc in the spoiler tag seems like a spoiler at this point. People who are not caught up should just stay away from this comment, I guess.


You're right that it could apply to most of the crew, but I'm specifically thinking of Robin. She's also called a "monster" by the other kids on Ohara, and...crap, what was the giant's name? Anyway, in their farewell scene, he tells Robin that one day she'll find people who will accept her.

I wish I could quote Chopper's speech to Hogback in Thriller Bark, too--it seems closely related to this discussion.