Answer (1 of 3) YES I personally believe Sabo was Meant to be part of the story as a memory of someone Luffy lost All the Strawhats had someone close to them who2 Is Sabo related to Sanji? Sabo resolved to protect his remaining brother at all costs It is shown that Sabo has gained an overprotective attitude towards Luffy as he held off Admiral Fujitora and told him that should Luffy ever need help, he would be there for him, having refused to ever lose another loved one ever again He also came to Luffy's aid when Jesus Burgess attempted to kill Luffy firmly
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