Market outlook
Stable Outlook 5/10
The card maintains consistent low-to-moderate pricing with limited volatility. Niche usage prevents significant appreciation while the established One Piece TCG market provides baseline stability.
Next months. Prices expected to remain stable in the $2-5 USD range for ungraded copies. Limited upward pressure from competitive demand.
Long term. Long-term appreciation unlikely unless the card gains renewed competitive relevance or the character scene gains cultural significance within the collector community. Value may gradually decline as newer sets release and displace older cards from player collections.
History
Monkey D. Luffy, the protagonist of the One Piece manga series, using the Gum-Gum Fire-Fist Pistol Red Hawk attack against Hody Jones, the primary antagonist of the Fish-Man Island Saga. The card depicts a scene taken directly from the One Piece manga.
December 1, 2022, as part of the Romance Dawn (OP-01) set release for the One Piece Card Game
- Card number OP01-026 in the original Romance Dawn set
- An alternate art version (OP11-114) was later released in the EB02: Anime 25th Collection set
- Found niche usage in Red Newgate and Red Shanks decks for defensive and removal purposes
- Features a twofold Counter effect with both power boost and opponent power reduction capabilities
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Rare
- Print run
- Medium
- First printed in
- Romance Dawn (OP-01)
- Demand
- Low
- Supply
- Medium
- Only one version exists in the original Romance Dawn set (OP01-026)
- Alternate art version (OP11-114) provides an additional printing
- Not a chase card or tournament staple
- Released in 2022 with standard print run for One Piece TCG
Collector notes
Condition. Check for surface imperfections, light wear on edges and corners, and centering issues. Near Mint condition should show almost perfect appearance with no visible damage. Slightly Played condition shows minimal signs of wear.
Storage. Store in protective sleeves and top loaders to prevent bending and surface damage. Keep in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight to preserve the card's color and print quality. Use acid-free storage materials to prevent deterioration over time.
Authenticity. Verify card stock quality and print clarity. The original OP01-026 version has an errata notation. Compare printing quality with known authentic copies. Examine the holographic/rare designation marking on the card face. Purchase from reputable sellers and consider professional grading for high-value copies.
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