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OP-04 Kingdoms dari Intrigue: Kartu Terbaik, peluang mendapatkan kartu & Rotation panduan (2026)

What makes OP-04 Kingdoms of Intrigue one of the most interesting One Piece TCG sets to revisit in 2026? With the Sabo Manga Rare commanding $350+ and Block 1 rotation arriving in April 2026, this Alabasta-meets-Dressrosa set sits at a turning point — cards from OP-01 through OP-04 will leave Standard tournament play, but collector demand tells a different story.

This guide breaks down the top 10 most valuable OP-04 cards with current market prices, pull rate data sourced from Japanese opening records, the full impact of April 2026 rotation (including Block X exceptions), and a buying guide tailored to collectors, players, and investors. Our team handles hundreds of JPN OPTCG boxes monthly, and OP-04 remains one of our most requested sets from international buyers.

From the $350+ Sabo Manga Rare to the cross-set SP lottery cards, the sealed box investment case, and Block X’s permanent legality rules — here’s the complete breakdown.

Key Takeaway

OP-04’s Sabo Manga Rare ($350–475) retains Block X tournament legality permanently, while sealed boxes at $80–100 (EN) / ¥7,000–8,000 (JPN) sit near historical lows ahead of April 2026 rotation.

~$80–100
EN Box Price

150
Jenis kartu

~1/156
Manga Rare

24
Packs/Box

OP-04 Set Overview — Where Alabasta Meets Dressrosa

OP-04 is one of the most thematically rich and chase-card-dense sets in the One Piece Card Game, combining two fan-favorite arcs — Alabasta and Dressrosa — into a single booster pack with six leaders, a Manga Rare, and five cross-set SP lottery cards.

What Makes OP-04 Special

Released in May 2023 (JPN) and September 2023 (EN), Kingdoms of Intrigue introduced six new leaders spanning the Alabasta and Dressrosa sagas. The set features the first-ever Gear Fourth Bounce-Man Monkey D. Luffy card — a milestone for collectors. OP-04 also introduced a unique cross-set SP lottery system: five Special Art Parallel cards featuring characters from earlier sets (Boa Hancock from OP-01, Trafalgar Law from OP-01, Edward Newgate from OP-02, Sakazuki from OP-02, and Magellan from OP-02) appear as chase pulls.

For competitive players, OP-04 delivered the Rebecca leader and her Dressrosa support cards, which became a meta-relevant deck archetype. The Doflamingo leader also saw tournament play across multiple formats. If you’re exploring other Block 1 sets before rotation, OP-04 stands out for its chase card density.

Key Specs at a Glance

Detail Info
Full Name ONE PIECE CARD GAME Booster Pack OP-04 Kingdoms of Intrigue
Release May 27, 2023 (JPN) / September 22, 2023 (EN)
Card Count 150 types
Theme Alabasta Arc + Dressrosa Arc
Leaders 6 (Rebecca, Doflamingo, Nefeltari Vivi, Queen, + 2 more)
Packs per Box 24
Cards per Pack 6 (144 cards per box)
MSRP ¥5,940 (JPN) / Market price: approximately $80–100 (at ~¥150/USD)
Manga Rare Sabo “Flame Emperor” (OP04-083) — 1 type
SP Cards 5 types (cross-set lottery pulls)
Block Block 1 — rotating out of Standard April 2026
OP-04 Kingdoms of Intrigue ONE PIECE CARD GAME booster pack promotional art
OP-04 Kingdoms of Intrigue — featuring Luffy’s Gear Fourth Bounce-Man and Trafalgar Law

Top 10 Most Valuable OP-04 Cards

Sabo’s Manga Rare leads the pack at $350–475, followed by five cross-set SP lottery cards and four leader alternate arts — making OP-04 one of the most chase-card-dense sets in early OPTCG history.

Prices below reflect EN market values as of March 2026, sourced from TCGPlayer and PriceCharting.

Sabo Flame Emperor Manga Rare OP04-083 Kingdoms of Intrigue

#1 — Manga Rare
Sabo “Flame Emperor” (OP04-083)
$350–475
The crown jewel of OP-04. Features original manga panels depicting Sabo’s Flame Emperor attack — one of the most dramatic moments in the Dressrosa arc. Extreme scarcity (roughly 1 per 156 boxes), character popularity as Luffy’s sworn brother, and stunning Oda linework drive this price. Under Block X rules, this card remains tournament-legal permanently. Graded copies (PSA 10) command significant premiums.

Boa Hancock SP Special Art Parallel OP01-078 Kingdoms of Intrigue

#2 — SP (Cross-Set Lottery)
Boa Hancock (OP01-078)
$80–150
A cross-set lottery card — an OP-01 character appearing as a chase pull in OP-04 packs. Hancock’s full-art illustration has become a collector favorite. Character popularity across the anime fandom keeps demand consistently strong, and the SP designation means pull rates are extremely low (roughly 1 SP per 12 boxes, split across 5 different SP cards).

Rebecca Leader Alternate Art OP04-039 Kingdoms of Intrigue

#3 — Leader Alternate Art
Rebecca (OP04-039)
$60–92
Beyond the gorgeous artwork, Rebecca was one of the most competitively relevant leaders from OP-04, with her Dressrosa-themed deck seeing consistent tournament results. The combination of playability and art quality puts this card in high demand from both collectors and players. Post-rotation, competitive demand will fade, but alternate art leaders have historically held collector value well.

Rank Card Rarity Price (USD) Best For
4 Trafalgar Law (SP) SP ~$61–68 Collectors
5 Donquixote Doflamingo (Alt Art) L ~$57–102 Collectors / Players
6 Nefeltari Vivi (Alt Art) L ~$38–51 Collectors
7 Queen (Alt Art) L ~$48 Players
8 Yamato (Alt Art) SR ~$39–57 Collectors
9 Sanji (Alt Art) SR ~$33–47 Collectors
10 Sabo (Alt Art, non-Manga) SR ~$30–31 Players / Collectors

Trafalgar Law SP OP01-047

#4 Trafalgar Law SP
~$61–68

Doflamingo Leader Alt Art OP04-019

#5 Doflamingo L
~$57–102

Nefeltari Vivi Leader Alt Art OP04-001

#6 Nefeltari Vivi L
~$38–51

Yamato SR Alt Art OP04-112

#8 Yamato SR
~$39–57

Sanji SR Alt Art OP04-104

#9 Sanji SR
~$33–47

Trafalgar Law’s SP (OP01-047) is another cross-set lottery pull — an OP-01 fan-favorite appearing inside OP-04 packs at roughly 1 per 60 boxes. Yamato’s SR Alternate Art ($39–57) punches above its rarity class thanks to massive Wano arc popularity, while Sanji ($33–47) benefits from core Straw Hat crew status.

The SP lottery cards (Hancock, Law, Newgate, Sakazuki, Magellan) add a unique dynamic — you’re effectively pulling chase cards from OP-01 and OP-02 inside OP-04 packs.

OP-04 Pull Rates — What Are Your Odds?

The Manga Rare Sabo appears in roughly 1 per 156 boxes (0.64%), making it one of the hardest pulls in all of OPTCG. OP-04’s cross-set SP lottery system adds another layer of scarcity on top of the standard booster structure. Pull rate data below is estimated from Japanese opening records — not officially confirmed by Bandai.

Pull Rate Breakdown by Rarity

Rarity Pull Rate Approx. Frequency Notes
Manga Rare (Sabo) ~0.64% 1 per 156 boxes (~13 cartons) 1 type only
SP (Special Art Parallel) ~8.01% 1 per 12 boxes (~1 carton) 5 types — each SP is ~1 per 60 boxes
Leader Parallel ~16.03% 1 per 6 boxes 6 types — each leader is ~1 per 36 boxes
SEC (Secret Rare) ~16–20% 1 per 5–6 boxes Standard OPTCG rate
SR (Super Rare) ~100% 2–3 per box Guaranteed in every box
R (Rare) ~100% Multiple per box Common pulls

Source: Aggregated from Japanese opening data via torecamap.co.jp and onepiece-card-atari.jp. Pull rates are estimates and may vary.

Pull Rate Reality Check

Your odds of pulling any specific SP (e.g., Boa Hancock) from a single box are approximately 1 in 60. The Manga Rare Sabo? About 1 in 156 boxes — roughly 13 cartons of product.

What You’ll Typically Find in One Box

Every OP-04 box guarantees 2–3 Super Rares, providing a value floor. Beyond that, your results depend on whether you hit the roughly 1-in-6 chance for a Leader Parallel or the 1-in-12 chance for an SP. The Manga Rare Sabo sits at 1 per 156 boxes — if you pull one, you’ve essentially won the lottery.

The cross-set SP system means your odds of pulling any specific SP (say, Boa Hancock) are approximately 1 in 60 boxes. This is significantly harder than pulling a standard SEC, which makes the SP cards some of the hardest pulls in OP-04.

What’s in Your Box — Value Breakdown

Every OP-04 box delivers guaranteed SR value as a baseline, with SP, SEC, and Leader Parallel hits providing significant upside. The SR slots sustain a floor, and pulling any chase card moves the needle dramatically.

BOX Floor Value

Rarity Tier Expected per Box Value Range (USD)
SR (guaranteed) 2–3 cards $5–50 each
R and below ~20 cards $0–5 each
Leader Parallel (if hit) ~0.17 per box $38–102
SP (if hit) ~0.08 per box $61–150
Manga Rare (if hit) ~0.006 per box $350–475

The SR floor means even a box without chase hits still contains playable cards with moderate value. For OP-04 specifically, SRs like standard Sabo and Yamato retain $5–15 as deck staples.

Singles vs. Sealed: Which Strategy?

Strategy Best For Pros Cons
Buy singles Players needing specific cards Exact card guaranteed, often cheaper No chase card excitement
Buy 1 box Casual collectors Opening experience, SR guaranteed Low odds on SP/Manga Rare
Buy a carton (12 boxes) Serious collectors ~1 SP expected, better value per box Significant upfront cost
Keep sealed Long-term collectors Sealed product appreciates post-rotation No immediate card access
Opening Experience

The thrill of cracking packs — especially with OP-04’s cross-set SP lottery system — is part of the value that doesn’t show up in EV calculations. Every pack has a chance at pulling a chase card from a completely different set.

April 2026 Rotation — What It Means for OP-04

OP-04 sits right at the Block 1 cutoff — from April 2026, all cards from OP-01 through OP-04 leave Standard tournament play. But Block X and PRB-02 reprints create important exceptions that preserve value for key cards.

Rotation Alert

Block 1 (OP-01 through OP-04 + ST-01 through ST-04) leaves Standard format in April 2026. Only Blocks 2–5 remain tournament-legal.

Block 1 Rotation Explained

From April 2026, only Blocks 2–5 (OP-05 onward) will be legal in Standard format. OP-04 leaders like Rebecca, Doflamingo, and Vivi can no longer be used in official Standard tournaments. Character and event cards from OP-04 also rotate out unless they receive specific exemptions.

For a full breakdown of rotation rules, see the official BANDAI rotation page and the TCGPlayer 2026 Rotation Guide.

Block X — Manga Rares Live Forever

Bandai introduced Block X as a permanent legality designation. All existing Manga Rare cards — including OP-04’s Sabo “Flame Emperor” — receive Block X status automatically. Block X cards cannot be rotated out, ever. Your Manga Rare Sabo retains tournament relevance indefinitely, which is a significant price floor for what’s already the most expensive card in the set.

The non-Manga Rare version of Sabo (OP04-083) also receives Block X status, meaning the standard SR Sabo remains playable in Standard even after rotation.

Block X Tip

All Manga Rare cards — and their non-Manga base versions — receive Block X status. They can never be rotated out of Standard play. For OP-04, this means the Sabo Manga Rare and its base SR version stay tournament-legal permanently.

PRB-02 Reprints — Second Chances

Select OP-04 cards reprinted in Premium Booster -The Best- Vol. 2 (PRB-02) also receive updated block numbers, keeping them tournament-legal post-rotation. The reprinted Sabo (OP04-083) in PRB-02 confirms Bandai’s intent to keep key cards accessible. Check the official block icon update page for the complete list of exempt cards.

Should You Buy OP-04? — A Guide by Player Type

OP-04 is worth buying for collectors and sealed-product investors, but competitive players should focus on Block X singles only. Here’s the full breakdown by player type.

Buy Sealed Boxes If…

  • You collect sealed Block 1 product or enjoy opening SP lottery packs
  • You want long-term appreciation potential (JPN boxes at ¥7,000–8,000)

Buy Singles If…

  • You need specific Block X-legal cards or a target chase card
  • You play competitive Standard and want guaranteed value

For Collectors: A Future Vintage Set

OP-04 is approaching “vintage” status as one of the final Block 1 sets. The combination of the Sabo Manga Rare, five cross-set SP lottery cards, and six leader alternate arts makes it one of the most chase-card-dense sets in early OPTCG history. Sealed boxes at current prices ($80–100 EN, ¥7,000–8,000 JPN) represent a relatively accessible entry point for a set that will eventually go out of print entirely.

Action: If you collect sealed product, OP-04 boxes at current market prices are worth considering before rotation drives renewed collector interest. For singles, the Sabo Manga Rare and Boa Hancock SP are the long-term grail cards.

Collector’s Pick

The Sabo Manga Rare ($350–475) and Boa Hancock SP ($80–150) are the long-term grail cards from OP-04. Both benefit from character popularity and extreme scarcity.

For Competitive Players: Limited but Notable Exceptions

Most OP-04 cards leave Standard in April 2026, which limits competitive value. Block X permanently preserves the Manga Rare Sabo and its base version. PRB-02 reprints also keep select cards legal. If you play casual or unofficial formats where Block 1 remains legal, OP-04’s Rebecca and Doflamingo leaders still offer strong deck-building options.

Block X Cards from OP-04

Sabo “Flame Emperor” Manga Rare + its base SR version remain Standard-legal permanently. All other OP-04 cards rotate out in April 2026 unless reprinted in PRB-02.

Action: Buy specific singles through TCGPlayer if you need Block X-legal cards. Skip sealed product unless you also value the collector angle.

For Investors: The Out-of-Print Trajectory

OP-04 sealed boxes sit at a potential inflection point. Current prices are near historical lows after years of gradual settling. Rotation in April 2026 marks the beginning of the “out-of-print era” for Block 1 products. Historical patterns from other TCGs (Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!) show that sealed boxes from popular early sets in a game’s lifecycle tend to appreciate once production ends — especially when they contain iconic chase cards.

Action: Monitor sealed box prices through PriceCharting for your ideal entry point. JPN boxes at ¥7,000–8,000 offer lower entry cost than EN boxes.

OP-04 at a Glance

JPN Box: ~¥7,000–8,000 ($47–53) | EN Box: ~$80–100 | Top Card: Sabo Manga Rare $350–475 | Manga Rare Pull Rate: 1 per 156 boxes

Where to Buy OP-04 Boxes

JPN OP-04 boxes offer higher print quality and lower prices than EN versions — making them the preferred choice for collectors buying from Japan.

Why Buy the JPN Version

Japanese OP-04 boxes offer higher print quality, exclusive parallel textures, and typically trade at lower prices than their EN counterparts ($47–53 vs. $80–100). For collectors who appreciate the premium feel of JPN cards — the foil patterns, card stock, and overall finish — the JPN version is the definitive edition. Our team ships JPN boxes directly from Japan with tracked international delivery.

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The Bottom Line

OP-04 Kingdoms of Intrigue occupies a unique position in the One Piece TCG heading into 2026:

  1. Chase cards remain strong — Sabo Manga Rare ($350–475), Boa Hancock SP ($80–150), and Rebecca Alt Art ($60–92) anchor the set’s value
  2. Pull rates are demanding — The Manga Rare at 1 per 156 boxes and SPs at 1 per 12 boxes make chase pulls genuinely scarce
  3. Rotation creates opportunity — Block 1 leaves Standard in April 2026, but Block X keeps Manga Rares legal forever, and sealed product enters the out-of-print collector trajectory

Sabo Manga Rare OP04-083

#1 Sabo Manga
$350–475

Boa Hancock SP OP01-078

#2 Boa Hancock SP
$80–150

Rebecca Leader Alt Art OP04-039

#3 Rebecca L
$60–92

For collectors, OP-04 at current box prices represents one of the more accessible Block 1 pickups before the set transitions to vintage status. For players, Block X cards are the only pieces worth acquiring. For long-term holders, sealed JPN boxes at ¥7,000–8,000 sit near historical lows.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best cards in OP-04 Kingdoms of Intrigue?

The most valuable card is Sabo “Flame Emperor” Manga Rare (OP04-083) at approximately $350–475. Other top cards include Boa Hancock SP ($80–150), Rebecca Leader Alternate Art ($60–92), Donquixote Doflamingo Leader Alternate Art ($57–102), and Trafalgar Law SP ($61–68). The set features five cross-set SP lottery cards from OP-01 and OP-02, adding unique chase targets not found in other sets.

What are the pull rates for OP-04 Kingdoms of Intrigue?

Based on Japanese opening data, the Manga Rare Sabo appears in roughly 1 per 156 boxes (0.64%). SP cards appear in approximately 1 per 12 boxes (8.01%), split across 5 types. Leader Parallels appear in about 1 per 6 boxes (16.03%). Every box guarantees 2–3 Super Rare cards. These rates are community-estimated and not officially confirmed by Bandai.

Is OP-04 worth buying in 2026 before rotation?

It depends on your goals. For collectors, OP-04 boxes at current prices ($80–100 EN, ¥7,000–8,000 JPN) offer an accessible entry into a set approaching vintage status. For competitive players, most cards lose Standard legality in April 2026, though Block X preserves Manga Rares permanently. For sealed product investors, historical TCG patterns suggest out-of-print boxes from popular early sets tend to appreciate over time.

What happens to OP-04 cards after April 2026 rotation?

OP-04 cards (Block 1) leave Standard tournament play in April 2026. Manga Rare cards receive Block X status and remain legal permanently. Select cards reprinted in PRB-02 also receive updated block numbers. Casual and unofficial formats may still allow Block 1 cards. Card values for collectors are driven by scarcity and character popularity rather than tournament legality.

How much is the Sabo Manga Rare from OP-04 worth?

The Sabo “Flame Emperor” Manga Rare (OP04-083) trades at approximately $350–475 on TCGPlayer as of March 2026. JPN versions may command different prices on SNKRDUNK. Graded copies (PSA 10) carry additional premiums. The card retains Block X tournament legality, which supports its long-term value.

What is Block X in One Piece TCG?

Block X is a permanent legality designation introduced by Bandai alongside the 2026 rotation system. All Manga Rare cards (including their non-Manga versions) automatically receive Block X status, meaning they can never be rotated out of Standard play. For OP-04, this means the Sabo Manga Rare and its base SR version remain tournament-legal indefinitely, regardless of Block 1’s rotation.

Can I still use OP-04 cards in tournaments after rotation?

In Standard format (the primary tournament format from April 2026), most OP-04 cards will not be legal. Exceptions include Block X cards (Manga Rares and their base versions) and cards reprinted in PRB-02 with updated block numbers. Unofficial events and casual play may continue to allow all cards. Check the official BANDAI rules page for the latest legality updates.


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