Richie Lion is a minor but memorable character from the anime and manga series One Piece. He is a large lion who serves as the pet and fighting companion of Mohji, a member of the Buggy Pirates. Despite being an animal, Richie often displays human-like intelligence and even comedic ambitions of his own, dreaming of becoming the captain of the Buggy Pirates. Richie's presence adds humor and unpredictability to the crew, making him a fan-favorite mascot among One Piece viewers.