The red-haired Emperor of the Sea, Shanks is one of the most incredible characters in One Piece, and one who holds tremendous importance narratively, as well as holds the position of one of the strongest people on the seas of the One Piece world. Currently, Shanks is one of the Yonko, which means he has reached incredible status as a pirate, and that his strength can only be matched by a handful, if any in the entire series.