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해적단[The Pirate Crew — Sailing with ATEEZ]

  • kotact
  • Sep 25
  • 2 min read
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해적단[hae-jeok-ddan] - The Pirate Crew

✔ This is the natural way Koreans pronounce it.

✔ For ATINY, this phrase immediately brings to mind ATEEZ’s identity

— a group defined by adventure, freedom, and fearless journeys.



What Is the “Pirate Crew”?


The “Pirate Crew” is more than costumes or imagery. In ATEEZ’s universe, the members are portrayed as a team of adventurers setting off together. Fans lovingly refer to them as our Pirate Crew, symbolizing explorers chasing treasures, voyaging into unknown lands, and daring to challenge forbidden horizons.



The Pirate Concept as Identity


ATEEZ’s pirate theme is unique and expansive.

  • They’re not just sea pirates — their image also includes desert-crossing pirates and fantasy-like explorers.

  • Lyrics, music videos, and performances frequently reference treasure, voyage, and uncharted lands, turning each comeback into a new expedition.

  • Styling, costumes, and stage direction highlight the rough yet free-spirited energy of a pirate crew. Fans often point out that this makes ATEEZ stand out in the K-pop landscape.



How Fans Use and Feel It


  • Fan art & fanfiction: The members are often depicted as comrades aboard the same ship.

  • Cheering phrases & merch: “Pirate Crew, set sail!”, “Where’s the treasure?”, “Let’s sail together” appear frequently in slogans and goods.

  • Social media & fan comments: Expressions like “our Pirate Crew” or “Pirate Crew, go go!” are common, reflecting the natural adoption of this identity.



What the Pirate Crew Means to ATINY


  • Community: Both ATEEZ and fans feel like crewmates on the same ship.

  • Adventure & challenge: Each promotion or album becomes a voyage, where hardships are framed as part of the journey.

  • Identity: While many groups focus on polished pop or dance, ATEEZ has built a distinctive world rooted in the pirate motif.



✨ The word “Pirate Crew” itself holds countless voyages ATEEZ and ATINY have already embarked on.And as new seas and treasures await, our Pirate Crew will continue to sail forward — together.


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