2 Won't Join: As A Loyal Marine, Smoker Would Never Join A Pirate Fleet. ... Smoker knows that Luffy is not the kind of pirate who enjoys pillaging and torture, but he still considers him to be an enemy because he is a Marine who has dedicated his life to getting rid of pirates.

Does Smoker team up with Luffy?

Just like Fujitora, Smoker is actually a good guy who chases the pirates because of his job. Although he opposes the World Government, Smoker is still loyal to the Marines. ... When in Punk Hazard, Smoker, who had intended to capture Luffy, eventually worked together with him to defeat the traitor, Vergo.

Does Smoker care about Luffy?

During the Alabasta arc, Smoker was saved by Zoro on Luffy's orders. ... Luffy already views Smoker more like a friend even though the Vice-Admiral wants to apprehend him one day, and Smoker certainly has a certain degree of respect for Luffy, even when he tries his best to hide it.