Market outlook
Stable Outlook 6/10
Prices peaked post-release in late 2025 then stabilized around $12-20 for NM, driven by consistent TCGPlayer listings without major spikes.
Next months. Stable with minor fluctuations; graded Manga Alt could hit $40+ on fresh graded/graded pops
Long term. Gradual rise to $30-60 ungraded if OP13 rotates into legacy play or Luffy arc hype builds
History
Monkey D. Luffy is the protagonist of the One Piece manga and anime series by Eiichiro Oda. As the captain of the Straw Hat Pirates, he dreams of becoming the Pirate King by finding the One Piece treasure, wielding the Gomu Gomu no Mi Devil Fruit that grants rubber-like abilities, symbolizing freedom, adventure, and unbreakable will.
First released on November 7, 2025, in the 'Carrying On His Will' set (OP13) by Bandai in Japanese language.
- Features Manga Alt Art variant, highlighting Luffy's iconic design from the manga.
- Card effect: [Double Attack] [On Play] If your Leader is multicolored, set up to 4 of your DON!! cards from your DON!! deck and add them to your DON!! count.
- Part of the 2025 OP13 expansion celebrating key One Piece themes of legacy and determination.
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Secret Rare
- Print run
- Low
- First printed in
- Carrying On His Will (OP13)
- Demand
- Medium
- Supply
- Low
- Limited Secret Rare slot in OP13 set
- Manga Alt Art variant exclusive to Japanese printings
- High collector demand for Luffy chase cards
Collector notes
Condition. Inspect for centering on Manga Alt Art print, edge whitening, surface scratches on foil stamping, and print lines common in Secret Rare foils; check for clouding or print defects on Luffy's face and rubber effects.
Storage. Use semi-rigid top loaders with sleeves, store in cool, dry environment away from sunlight to prevent foil oxidation; avoid stacking without dividers for Secret Rares.
Authenticity. Verify holographic Secret Rare pattern matches official Bandai OP13 foils, check card number OP13-118 alignment and font; Japanese prints have distinct texture—scan QR codes if present or compare to TCGPlayer verified listings; fakes often have blurry art or incorrect DON!! effect text.