Updated November 10, 2026
Ace is the red Leader OP03-001; the other four are the key cards named on our booster box page.
- Ace is OP03-001, a red Leader with Life 5 and Power 5000, printed in a regular and a parallel art version.
- Our OP-03 booster box page (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order) names Kaido, Charlotte Katakuri, Kozuki Oden and Eustass Kid as key cards.
- OP-03 has 127 card types, including 8 Leaders, and 27 types of parallel cards per the Japanese official page.
- A box holds 24 packs of 6 cards; pulls are random, so no character is guaranteed.
What are the key facts about OP-03 Pillars of Strength?
OP-03 is the third ONE PIECE CARD GAME booster set, released in Japan on February 11, 2023. The table gives the facts you need to name the product exactly.
| Article | Detail |
|---|---|
| Code de série | OP-03 (OP03) |
| English name | BOOSTER PACK -Pillars of Strength- [OP-03], Japanese edition |
| Japanese name | 強大な敵, per Bandai |
| Japanese release date | February 11, 2023, per the Japanese official page |
| Japanese pack price | 198 yen per pack, tax included, per Bandai; recommended age 9 and up |
| Contenu du booster | 6 cards plus 1 index card per pack; 127 card types |
| Box contents | 24 packs, 144 cards, per our product page (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order) |
| Theme | East Blue, Water Seven and Whole Cake Island arcs; introduces Yellow, per the English official page |
The English-language edition is a separate release: its official page lists June 30, 2023 and an MSRP of USD $4.19 per pack. This guide covers the Japanese edition.
Which characters define OP-03?
Our box page lists Kaido, Katakuri, Oden and Kid as key cards, and the official card list shows Ace as the first card of the set.
| Character | Where the name comes from | What is stated |
|---|---|---|
| Portgas.D.Ace | Official card list | OP03-001, Leader, regular and parallel versions |
| Kaido | Our box page (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order) | Key card |
| Charlotte Katakuri | Our box page (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order) | Key card |
| Kozuki Oden | Our box page (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order) | Key card |
| Eustass Kid | Our box page (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order) | Key card |
The box page also says the set features characters from Wano Country and the Worst Generation, and that the box includes alt-art parallel cards. The official theme covers enemies the Straw Hat Pirates fought in the East Blue, Water Seven and Whole Cake Island arcs. The official page also says the set includes Big Mom Pirates characters and pairs with the ST-07 starter deck. For the wider picture of which cards collectors chase, read our OP-03 chase cards guide.
What does the Ace card in OP-03 do?
Ace is a red Leader, OP03-001, whose effect turns discarded Event or Stage cards into extra power. The official text reads: when this Leader attacks or is attacked, you may trash any number of Event or Stage cards from your hand, and it gains +1000 power during this battle for every card trashed.
| Field | Printed value |
|---|---|
| Card number | OP03-001 |
| Rarity | L (Leader) |
| Life | 5 |
| Power | 5000 |
| Counter | – |
| Color | Red |
| Attribute | Spécial |
| Type | Whitebeard Pirates |
The card works on attack and defense, only Event and Stage cards count, and the bonus lasts for that battle. Each trashed card adds +1000, so the more Event or Stage cards you choose to discard, the higher the power for that one battle. The English official card list also shows OP03-001 for Ace.
Does Ace have a parallel version in OP-03?
Yes. The official card list shows Portgas.D.Ace (Parallel) under the same number OP03-001, with identical stats and effect. Only the art treatment differs.
For play, the two are the same card. The set has 27 types of parallel cards in total, and our box listing says the box includes alt-art parallel cards. Our OP-03 parallel and alt-art card list covers them.
Where can you read about the Sogeking card in OP-03?
Our separate guide covers the Sogeking card with card number OP03-122, Read the Sogeking OP03-122 card guide for that card alone.
How many cards of each rarity are in OP-03?
OP-03 has 127 card types across seven rarity groups. The official English page gives these counts.
| Rarity | Card types |
|---|---|
| Leader | 8 |
| Common | 45 |
| Uncommon | 32 |
| Rare | 26 |
| Super Rare | 10 |
| Secret Rare | 2 |
| Spécial | 4 |
The set also introduces the Yellow color, including multicolor Leader cards with new color combinations. Many cards in the set support the ST-07 Big Mom Pirates starter deck. The official page notes that multiples of one card may appear, and a full set may be hard to assemble. For every card number, use our OP-03 complete card list.
How do you buy OP-03 characters from Japan?
The route we list is the sealed box: open packs and look for the characters above. The OP-03 Pillars of Strength Japanese One Piece Booster Box (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order) is brand new and sealed and ships from our Tokyo warehouse via FedEx. It is randomized, so no individual card is guaranteed.
Two discounted options exist. The Damaged Box has cosmetic outer-box damage, and the Carton – Damaged Box has a damaged outer carton. Both are sold as-is with no returns or refunds, and the photos are samples. See Which OP-03 Box to Buy for choosing between them.
Our shipping policy lists FedEx International Connect Plus (usually 3-7 business days after dispatch) and FedEx International Priority (usually 2-5 business days), both tracked and both estimates. Most orders ship within 5 business days after PayPal or Wise payment clears. Payments are in Japanese yen via Wise, PayPal, or cards through PayPal; Wise carries no processing fee, while PayPal and cards carry 5%.
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Foire aux questions
Who are the main characters in OP-03?
Ace, Kaido, Charlotte Katakuri, Kozuki Oden and Eustass Kid are the names to know. Ace is Leader OP03-001, and the other four are key cards on our box page.
What is the card number of Ace in OP-03?
Ace is OP03-001, a Leader (L). The official card list shows a regular entry and a parallel entry under that number.
What stats does the Ace Leader have?
It is red with Life 5, Power 5000 and Counter -. The attribute is Special and the type is Whitebeard Pirates.
Does the parallel Ace have different stats?
No. The official list shows the same stats and effect for Portgas.D.Ace (Parallel). Only the art differs.
How many Leaders are in OP-03?
OP-03 has 8 Leader cards, and Ace is first by card number.
Is every OP-03 box guaranteed to contain a given character?
No. A box holds 24 packs of 6 cards, and our product page states that individual pulls are not guaranteed.
When was OP-03 released in Japan?
The Japanese edition was released on February 11, 2023. The English-language edition is listed with a release date of June 30, 2023.
What new color does OP-03 introduce?
OP-03 introduces the Yellow color, including multicolor Leader cards with new color combinations, according to the official English page.
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