Luffy-Tarou

Luffy-Tarou is a thematic name for Monkey D. Luffy in the Wano Country arc, using the Japanese-style honorific/name form associated with his disguise and presentation in Wano. In One Piece card context, the card represents Luffy as the central protagonist of Eiichiro Oda’s series, one of the most recognizable and collectible characters in modern manga and anime.

First released in English on October 25, 2024 in Starter Deck 18: Monkey.D.Luffy / Starter Deck 18: PURPLE Monkey.D.Luffy, card number ST18-005.

• Card number ST18-005 and rarity SR are consistently listed for the English release.
• The card is from a starter deck rather than a booster set, which usually keeps supply higher than chase-only cards.
• Market listings show a large gap between raw copies and high-grade copies, especially graded 10 examples.

Condition. Check centering, edge whitening, corner wear, surface scratches, and foil scuffs. Full-art foil cards commonly show print lines, roller marks, and micro-scratches under light.

Storage. Use a penny sleeve and rigid top loader or semi-rigid holder immediately after handling. Store in a cool, dry place away from UV light and humidity, and avoid repeated bending or shuffling wear.

Authenticity. Verify the exact card number ST18-005, correct English text, proper SR/full-art finish, and clean print quality. Counterfeits often have blurry text, incorrect foil pattern, off-color purple tones, or poorly cut edges. Compare font spacing, set symbol, and texture against a known authentic copy.