OP-05 Awakening of the New Era remains one of the most iconic sets in the One Piece Card Game, and the OP05 chase cards are a big reason why. It was the first OPTCG set to feature three Manga Rare cards and a special illustration drawn by Eiichiro Oda himself, with the Luffy Gear 5 Comic Parallel as the headline card.
Released in August 2023 to celebrate the game’s first anniversary, Awakening of the New Era introduced game-defining cards across the Skypiea Arc and Revolutionary Army themes. Over two years later, this set has proven its staying power. This guide breaks down the OP-05 chase cards with dated SNKRDUNK asking prices, plus what is and is not known about pull rates and box value — giving you the information you need to decide on a Japanese booster box purchase or targeted singles.
Our team handles hundreds of OPTCG boxes monthly through our export operations, and we track Japanese market prices daily through SNKRDUNK and domestic card shops.
The chase-card table below lists dated SNKRDUNK asks beside our own listings, and the unsourced pull-rate, box-value and price-history figures have been removed. The October 7, 2026 update adds the chase-card table and refreshes our store listings and prices; the other facts in this article were last checked on March 6, 2026.
OP-05 is the first OPTCG set with three Manga Rares (Luffy, Law, Kid). The chase-card table below lists the dated SNKRDUNK asks for the Luffy Gear 5 Comic Parallel and the other chase cards beside our listings.
OP-05 Chase Cards and Set Overview: What Makes Awakening of the New Era Special
Awakening of the New Era is a milestone set that combined the game’s first anniversary celebration with some of the strongest chase cards ever printed.
Card Distribution & Rarity Breakdown
The set contains 127 card types distributed across all standard rarities:
| Rarity | Count | Notable Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Leader L | 6 | Includes Enel, Sakazuki, Luffy, Sabo |
| Common (C) | 45 | — |
| Uncommon (UC) | 30 | — |
| Rare R | 26 | Nami R-SP is a top chase card |
| Super Rare SR | 10 | Law and Kid Manga Rares are SR-SP |
| Secret Rare SEC | 2 | Luffy Gear 5, Kaido |
| Special Art Parallel SP | 6 | Full art treatments on key characters |
| MSRP (JPN) | — | ¥220 per pack, tax included (official); 6 cards each |
Key Features That Set OP-05 Apart
Three elements make this set stand out across the entire OPTCG catalog:
Triple Manga Rares. OP-05 was the first set to include three Comic Parallel (Manga Rare) cards — Monkey D. Luffy, Trafalgar Law, and Eustass Kid. Previous sets featured only one. This tripled the chase appeal for collectors while keeping individual pull rates extremely low.
Oda’s Anniversary Illustration. To mark the game’s first year, Bandai commissioned an original illustration from One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda. This card is exclusive to OP-05 and cannot be obtained through any other product.
Embossing Technique. OP-05 introduced enhanced embossing on parallel cards, giving them a tactile premium feel that distinguishes Japanese prints from their English counterparts. If you’ve compared cards from earlier sets like OP-01 Romance Dawn or OP-02 Paramount War, the quality jump is noticeable.
OP-05 Chase Cards: Prices and Where We List Them
The OP-05 chase card lineup is dominated by Comic Parallels and Special Art variants. Here are the chase cards with the matching listing on our store where we have one.
| # | Card | Rarity | Lowest ask on SNKRDUNK (Oct 7, 2026) | Our listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monkey D. Luffy, Gear 5 Nika (OP05-119) | SEC (parallel art) | raw ¥600,000 (SEC-SP Comic Parallel; single listing (weak)) | PSA 10 back order ¥1,398,906 (~$9,084) |
| 2 | Monkey D. Luffy, Signed (ST01-012) | SR (parallel art) | raw ¥400,000 (SR-P Signed; single listing (weak)) | PSA 10 back order ¥1,015,775 (~$6,596) |
| 3 | Trafalgar Law (OP05-069) | SR (parallel art) | raw ¥68,800; PSA 10 ¥259,000 (SR-SP Comic Parallel) | PSA 10 back order ¥187,813 (~$1,220) |
| 4 | Eustass “Captain” Kid (OP05-074) | SR (parallel art) | raw ¥69,900; PSA 10 ¥249,000 (SR-SP Comic Parallel; single PSA 10 listing (weak)) | PSA 10 back order ¥150,612 (~$978) |
| 5 | Nami (OP01-016, SP print) | SP | no ask seen Oct 7, 2026 for the OP-05 print (the SNKRDUNK Nami OP01-016 listing found is the ONE PIECE CARD THE BEST print) | not listed |
| 6 | Enel (OP05-100, SP print) | SP | raw ¥9,000; PSA 10 ¥38,000 (SR-SPC) | PSA 10 back order ¥23,458 (~$152) |
| 7 | Monkey D. Luffy, Gear 5 Nika (OP05-119) | SEC (parallel art) | raw ¥12,000 (SEC-P; single listing (weak)) | PSA 10 back order ¥10,471 (~$68) |
| 8 | Uta (OP02-120, SP print) | SP | raw ¥16,000 (SEC-SPC) | PSA 10 back order ¥30,830 (~$200) |
| 9 | Yamato (OP01-121, SP print) | SP | raw ¥8,000; PSA 10 ¥38,000 (SEC-SPC) | PSA 10 back order ¥26,930 (~$175) |
| 10 | Kaido (OP04-044, SP print) | SP | raw ¥8,000; PSA 10 ¥25,500 (SR-SPC) | PSA 10 back order ¥22,695 (~$147) |
Asking prices are SNKRDUNK lowest asks seen on October 7, 2026, not sale prices; our prices are the listed prices at the time of this update.
Cards #4–10
#4 Eustass “Captain” Kid — SR-SP Manga Rare
The third Manga Rare in the set. Kid’s scarcity and art quality maintain its value despite fluctuating character popularity.
#5 Nami — R-SP
A rare case where a Rare-rarity card commands significant value through its Special Art treatment. Fan-favorite illustration drives collector demand.
#6 Enel — SR-SP
Enel’s debut as a Leader in OP-05 made Yellow decks competitively viable. The SP version benefits from both competitive relevance and Enel’s popularity.
#7 Monkey D. Luffy (Nika) — SEC Parallel
The “standard” Secret Rare Gear 5 Luffy — far more accessible than the Comic Parallel but still a solid pull.
#8 Uta — SEC-SP
Reflects Uta’s popularity following One Piece Film: Red. A collector-driven card with limited competitive application.
#9 Yamato — SEC-SP
Strong both competitively and as a collectible. Yamato’s character remains popular in the fan community.
#10 Kaido — SR-SP
Imposing artwork fitting the Wano Arc antagonist. Primarily a collector card with niche competitive viability.
Should You Buy OP-05 in 2026?
OP-05 is worth buying for most OPTCG enthusiasts, but the right approach depends on your goals.
For Collectors
OP-05 offers one of the strongest collector experiences in the OPTCG lineup. The triple Manga Rare structure, Oda’s anniversary art, and enhanced embossing make every box opening an event. Even pulls outside the top 10 carry the visual quality that makes Japanese OPTCG prints desirable.
The set has matured past the initial launch premium, meaning current prices reflect stable collector demand rather than speculation. For anyone building a comprehensive OPTCG collection, OP-05 is a must-have set.
A single Japanese box gives you access to the embossed parallels and a shot at the chase cards. For targeted collecting, singles may be more cost-effective for cards #5–10.
For Competitive Players
Several OP-05 cards remain tournament staples heading into 2026. Enel established Yellow as a competitive color, and his Leader card continues to see play at regional events. Sabo and the Revolutionary Army cards introduced deck archetypes that have evolved but remain relevant. Rob Lucci from this set emerged as a key counter card against Trafalgar Law strategies.
If you’re building specific decks, buying singles from TCGPlayer or Japanese card shops like Yuyu-tei is more efficient than chasing box pulls.
Identify which OP-05 staples your deck needs and buy singles directly.
JPN vs English: Which Version to Buy?
Japanese Version
- Enhanced embossing & premium texture
- Out of print — increasing scarcity
- Top cards: see the chase-card table
English Version
- Standard foil · EN tournament legal
The Japanese version offers superior print quality and the authentic collecting experience. The English version commands higher per-card prices for top rarities due to smaller print runs and Western market demand. Your choice depends on whether you prioritize the tactile card quality (JPN) or tournament legality and potential resale in Western markets (EN).
For more details on importing Japanese cards, see our guide to buying One Piece cards from Japan.
OP-05 Pull Rates & Box Contents
Bandai does not publish pull rates. We have no named, dated source for OP-05 box odds, so this guide gives none. What the official OP-05 page does print is the set size: 127 card types (Leader 6, C 45, UC 30, R 26, SR 10, SEC 2, SP 6, DON!! 1) plus one 1st Anniversary Special Card, with a note that 27 + 1 parallel-illustration versions exist. The chase-card table above shows which parallel cards sit behind the SEC, SR and SP rows.
What’s in Your Box: Value Breakdown
Because Bandai does not publish pull rates, this guide does not estimate an expected value for a box. What a box returns depends on which parallels you open; the chase-card table shows what the top singles ask on SNKRDUNK on October 7, 2026, not what a box returns. Our Box option is listed at ¥59,854 (~$389) (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order).
Singles vs Box: Which Strategy?
| Strategy | Best For | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buy Singles | Targeting specific cards | Exact card, no randomness | No opening experience |
| Buy 1 Box | Casual collecting | SR slots, chase potential | May not hit top cards |
| Buy Multiple Boxes | Serious collecting | A shot at SP/SEC parallels | Higher total investment |
OP-05 Price Trends: From Launch to 2026
OP-05 is a premium OPTCG set, and its Japanese boxes are no longer in active production.
Key Price Movements
This guide gives no price history; the only card prices in it are the dated SNKRDUNK asks in the chase-card table above. For another flagship early-set card, see our OP-01 Romance Dawn guide.
What to Watch Going Forward
Supply dynamics. OP-05 Japanese boxes are no longer in active production. As sealed inventory decreases, box and card prices tend to appreciate — a pattern clearly demonstrated by OP-03 Pillars of Strength and earlier sets.
Reprint risk. The English version has seen limited reprints, but Japanese OP-05 is unlikely to receive additional print runs. This makes JPN sealed boxes an increasingly scarce product.
Tournament demand. As long as OP-05 staples like Enel and Sabo remain competitively viable, player demand adds a price floor beneath key singles.
Where to Buy OP-05 Japanese Edition
A trusted Japan-based seller is the safest route for authentic OP-05 Japanese products, with verified shrink-wrap seals and proper handling during international shipping.
Buying from Japan: What to Know
- Shipping: International shipping from Japan typically takes 7–14 business days via tracked services
- Customs & Duties: Import duties vary by country. US orders under $800 are generally duty-free. Check your country’s threshold
- Authenticity: Japanese boxes should be sealed with original Bandai shrink wrap. Verify the seller’s reputation before purchasing
- Condition: Japanese sellers typically grade packaging condition separately from card condition
For a comprehensive walkthrough of the import process, read our complete guide to buying One Piece cards from Japan.
OP-05 has earned its status as a cornerstone OPTCG set. Japanese print quality makes the JPN version the collector’s choice, and our Box option is listed at ¥59,854 (~$389) (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best cards in OP-05 Awakening of the New Era?
The headline OP-05 card is the Monkey D. Luffy (Nika) Comic Parallel SEC-SP, with a raw lowest ask of ¥600,000 on SNKRDUNK on October 7, 2026 (a single listing). The top 3 also includes the Luffy Signed card and the Trafalgar Law Manga Rare. The chase-card table lists dated asks beside our listings; asks are not sale prices.
What are the chase cards in OP-05 Awakening of the New Era?
The OP-05 chase cards are the Monkey D. Luffy Gear 5 Comic Parallel (OP05-119), the Signed Luffy (ST01-012), and the Law (OP05-069) and Kid (OP05-074) Comic Parallels. Lowest SNKRDUNK asks on October 7, 2026 for the cards named here run from ¥68,800 to ¥600,000 raw, and two of those are single listings; asks are not sale prices.
What are the pull rates for OP-05?
Bandai does not publish pull rates for OP-05, and we do not quote unsourced community estimates. The official page prints the set size: 127 card types, including 2 Secret Rares and 6 SP cards, plus one 1st Anniversary Special Card, with a note that parallel-illustration versions exist.
Is OP-05 worth buying in 2026?
That depends on your goals. OP-05 is a milestone set, and the Japanese version offers premium print quality with enhanced embossing. For competitive players, several OP-05 staples like Enel and Sabo remain tournament-relevant. The set is out of print in Japan. Our Box option is listed at ¥59,854 (~$389) (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order).
How much is the Luffy Gear 5 manga rare worth?
The Japanese Comic Parallel (SEC-SP) had a raw lowest ask of ¥600,000 on SNKRDUNK on October 7, 2026, from a single listing. That is an ask, not a sale price. We offer a PSA 10 back order for it, and the chase-card table links the product page.
What is the difference between Japanese and English OP-05?
Both versions contain the same 127-card set list and identical gameplay. The key differences are print quality (Japanese cards feature enhanced embossing and premium texture), market pricing (EN top cards often trade higher due to smaller print runs), and tournament legality (each version is only legal in its respective regional events). Japanese boxes also reached the market several months earlier than English.
How many secret rares are in OP-05?
OP-05 contains 2 Secret Rare cards: Monkey D. Luffy (Gear 5 Nika) OP05-119 and Kaido OP05-118. Beyond the standard SEC versions, both have parallel-art prints in the official database. The set also features 3 Comic Parallel (Manga Rare) cards and 6 Special Art Parallel cards.
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