Years before, though, Roger was a sworn enemy of Whitebeard, and more specifically, the Rocks crew, though, admittedly, it's hard not to eventually harbor some respect for someone as charismatic ...

Portgas D. Ace is one of the most iconic One Piece characters. As Luffy's adoptive brother, Ace had a very deep bond with him. He was also a prominent member of the Whitebeard Pirates.

One Piece is one of the most popular and successful shonen animanga series of all time. It has been going on for many years and continues to publish manga weekly while taking off occasionally.

The Whitebeard Pirates and their allies show up at Marineford to rescue Ace. Ace remembers how he came to join Whitebeard’s crew and how he came to love and respect his captain and adoptive father.