In the world of One Piece, the World Government issues monetary rewards to encourage the capture or elimination of dangerous individuals (especially pirates). These rewards are called Bounties. An individual with higher bounty is considered more notorious and dangerous.
Engaging in criminal or illegal activities such as piracy, attacking civilians, smuggling or causing chaos in the world contributes to the issuance of bounties. Characters with powerful combat skills, Devil Fruit abilities or exceptional strength are likely to receive higher bounties as they pose a greater threat to the established order.
Challenging the World Government, refusing to abide by their rules, or openly opposing their ideologies can result in the issuance of a bounty. Characters who know valuable information, particularly secrets that the World Government wants to keep hidden, may receive higher bounties to prevent the dissemination of that information.
Top 25 Highest Bounties in One Piece
| CHARACTER | BOUNTY (IN BERRIES) |
| Gol D. Roger | 5,564,800,000 |
| Edward Newgate (Whitebeard) | 5,046,000,000 |
| Kaido | 4,611,100,000 |
| Charlotte Linlin (Big Mom) | 4,388,000,000 |
| Shanks | 4,048,900,000 |
| Marshall D. Teach (Blackbeard) | 3,996,000,000 |
| Dracule Mihawk | 3,590,000,000 |
| Buggy The Clown | 3,189,000,000 |
| Monkey D. Luffy | 3,000,000,000 |
| Trafalgar D. Water Law | 3,000,000,000 |
| Eustass Kid | 3,000,000,000 |
| Crocodile | 1,965,000,000 |
| Boa Hancock | 1,659,000,000 |
| King The Conflagration | 1,390,000,000 |
| Marco The Phoenix | 1,374,000,000 |
| Queen The Plague | 1,320,000,000 |
| Roronoa Zoro | 1,111,000,000 |
| Jinbe | 1,100,000,000 |
| Charlotte Katakuri | 1,057,000,000 |
| Vinsmoke Sanji | 1,032,000,000 |
| Jack The Drought | 1,000,000,000 |
| Charlotte Smoothie | 932,000,000 |
| Nico Robin | 930,000,000 |
| Charlotte Cracker | 860,000,000 |
| Charlotte Perospero | 700,000,000 |
10 Characters with Highest Bounties in One Piece
Gol D. Roger
Gol D. Roger, also known as “Gold Roger” or “Pirate King,” had the highest known bounty in the One Piece world. His bounty was revealed to be 5,564,800,000 Berries. Roger was the only person known to have reached the end of the Grand Line and discovered the location of the One Piece, the legendary treasure said to make its possessor the Pirate King.
Edward Newgate (Whitebeard)
Edward Newgate, widely known as Whitebeard, was one of the most powerful and revered pirates in the world of One Piece. At the time of his death during the Marineford War, Whitebeard held a colossal bounty. His official bounty was 5,046,000,000 Berries, a testament to his strength, influence, and the significant impact he had on the world.
Kaido
Kaido is one of the Four Emperors, the four most powerful pirates in the world, and is renowned for his incredible strength and resilience. He is also known as the Strongest Creature in the World. Kaido is the captain of the Beasts Pirates and is known for his ambition to start the greatest war the world has ever seen. Given his status as a Yonko and his notorious reputation, Kaido’s bounty is 4,611,100,000 berries.
Charlotte Linlin (Big Mom)
Charlotte Linlin, also known as Big Mom, has a bounty of 4,388,000,000 Berries in the One Piece series. Big Mom is one of the Four Emperors, the most powerful and influential pirates in the world. Her bounty reflects not only her immense strength but also her position as the captain of the Big Mom Pirates and the ruler of Whole Cake Island.
Shanks
Shanks is the captain of the Red-Haired Pirates and is known for his strong sense of honor and his interactions with other major characters, including a young Monkey D. Luffy. He is highly respected and regarded as one of the most formidable figures in the One Piece world. His reputation is built on his strength, leadership, and significant role in key events. His bounty is revealed to be 4,048,900,000 berries.
Marshall D. Teach (Blackbeard)
Blackbeard is a prominent character in One Piece, known for his cunning and ambitious nature. He became one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea and later went on to become one of the Four Emperors after capturing the former position of Whitebeard. His actions, such as acquiring two Devil Fruit powers and instigating major events, have contributed to his rising prominence and threat level. His bounty is 3,996,000,000 berries.
Dracule Mihawk
Dracule Mihawk is renowned as the world’s greatest swordsman and is one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea. His skills with a sword are unparalleled, and he wields the title of Hawk Eye. Mihawk’s strength and reputation have earned him significant respect in the One Piece world. His bounty is 3,590,000,000 berries.
Buggy The Clown
Buggy is a former member of Gol D. Roger’s crew and a captain of the Buggy Pirates. Despite his seemingly comical and clown-like appearance, Buggy has proven to be a cunning and opportunistic character. He initially gained notoriety for his association with the Pirate King Gol D. Roger. He is now one of the four Yonkos and currently has a bounty 3,189,000,000 berries.
Monkey D. Luffy
Luffy’s bounty has progressively increased throughout the series, reflecting his growing strength, influence, and the impact he has on the world. As the captain of the Straw Hat Pirates and the main protagonist, Luffy is known for challenging powerful adversaries, liberating territories, and uncovering significant secrets. Currently, his bounty is 3,000,000,000 berries.
Trafalgar D. Water Law
Law is the captain of the Heart Pirates and one of the Eleven Supernovas, a group of rookie pirates known for their high bounties and disruptive presence in the New World. Law possesses the powerful Ope Ope no Mi Devil Fruit, granting him the ability to manipulate space within a spherical area. Currently, he has same bounty as Luffy i.e. 3,000,000,000 berries.
