The Will of a Jaguar: Pedro’s Heroic Sacrifice in One Piece
To understand why Pedro chose to end his life, one must look at his past.
The climax of Pedro’s journey occurred as the Straw Hats attempted to flee Totto Land.
Unlike many "fake-out" deaths in One Piece, Pedro’s passing has remained final.
Pedro didn’t just die to kill an enemy; he died to ensure that the "Sun" would continue to rise.