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Baroque Works is poised to exert significant influence in the forthcoming season on Netflix of One Piece, even if the real showdown isn’t set to occur until season 3, and a beloved, popular member has just been cast.

The streaming service revealed recently that the skilled actor is now part of the One Piece season 3 cast and will embody Bon Clay. This character has the ability to transform into an perfect replica of any person they’ve made contact with with their right hand. The performer, who is non-binary and goes by they/them, will depict a version of that figure re-envisioned as non-binary, as opposed to as a drag performer, in the live-action series, as in the initial comic and cartoon version.

This performer is joined by multiple recently announced actors tasked with bringing the group to life, such as chief Sir Crocodile, brought to life by the well-known actor, Sophia Anne Caruso as Miss Goldenweek, and a familiar face, who is also part of the cast as King Nefertari Cobra of the desert kingdom.

Although the role is a important part of the group, the character won’t make their debut One Piece the upcoming installment. With season 2 set to cover the Little Garden segment, this signals a significant shift in the placement of their first appearance, one that could indicate more adjustments to the plot development.

Escola’s blend of precise humor and deep sensitivity makes them a standout choice for the character. Besides their latest vocal work in the youth-focused cartoon movie Boys Go to Jupiter, they garnered significant recognition and several accolades for creating and performing in the popular theatrical show Oh Mary!, emphasizing the adaptability they’ll contribute to one of One Piece’s widely praised roles.

Netflix's live-action One Piece show is set to return for its next installment on the tenth of March, 2026.