ONE PIECE OP-05 Awakening of the New Era: Complete Guide

ONE PIECE Card Game OP-05 Awakening of the New Era is one of the defining early Japanese booster releases. It combines the card game’s first-anniversary celebration with the Skypiea arc, Revolutionary Army characters, Gear 5 Luffy and an unusually ambitious parallel-art program. For collectors, OP-05 sits at the meeting point of story importance, playable archetypes and headline chase cards.

This guide explains the Japanese release, card composition, six Leaders, major themes, Luffy and Eustass Kid collectibles, buying formats and storage. Ri-son’s OP-05 Awakening of the New Era Japanese booster box is currently ACTIVE; confirm the selected format and language before checkout.

Official OP-05 Release Details

Bandai released the Japanese OP-05 booster on August 26, 2023. The official Asian-English product page lists six cards per pack and 127 card types. The base rarity breakdown is six Leaders, 45 Commons, 30 Uncommons, 26 Rares, ten Super Rares, two Secret Rares, six Special Cards, one DON!! card and one Anniversary Special Card. Bandai also lists 27+1 parallel types.

These numbers describe the total card pool, not a guarantee for one box. Randomized packs can contain duplicate cards, and a box may not assemble a complete set. Manga-style art, alternate Leaders or specific Secret Rares should never be presented as guaranteed pulls unless an official product explicitly says so.

Why “Awakening of the New Era” Matters

The title works on several levels. In the story, Gear 5 represents a dramatic transformation for Monkey D. Luffy. In the trading card game, the set marked the first anniversary and expanded deck building with Sky Island and Revolutionary Army cards. It also revived original manga-style parallel Leader treatments and increased the number of Super Rare parallel designs.

Bandai states that Eiichiro Oda supplied newly drawn illustrations for the anniversary. That connection to the original creator gives the release importance beyond competitive mechanics: OP-05 is also a visual celebration of ONE PIECE and the card game’s first year.

The Three Main Story Worlds

Skypiea and Enel

The Skypiea theme introduces Enel and Sky Island characters as a central identity. Enel’s yellow Leader design is built around Life manipulation and survival at zero Life, mirroring the character’s overwhelming presence. The official recommended deck emphasizes both offense and defense through yellow’s Life-based mechanics.

The Revolutionary Army

Sabo and Belo Betty lead the Revolutionary Army side. Sabo’s red/black approach protects established Characters from being K.O.’d, while Belo Betty’s red/yellow effect boosts Revolutionary Army attackers for explosive turns. These are not merely portraits of popular characters; their mechanics translate protection, inspiration and coordinated uprising into gameplay.

Gear 5 and the New Generation

Gear 5 Luffy supplies the set’s most recognizable visual moment. The purple Monkey D. Luffy Leader accelerates DON!! by taking a Life card, supporting faster access to expensive Characters. Kaido, the opponent at the center of the transformation, also appears, connecting the release to the climax of Wano.

All Six OP-05 Leaders

• Sabo OP05-001 — Red/Black: Revolutionary Army protection and board resilience.
• Belo Betty OP05-002 — Red/Yellow: aggressive power boosts for Revolutionary Army and Trigger Characters.
• Donquixote Rosinante OP05-022 — Green/Blue: a defensive Blocker Leader built to protect allies and control the field.
• Monkey D. Luffy OP05-060 — Purple: Life-to-DON!! acceleration for high-cost plays.
• Sakazuki OP05-041 — Blue/Black: hand cycling and cost-based control associated with Navy strategies.
• Enel OP05-098 — Yellow: Life manipulation and defensive endurance for Sky Island decks.

Competitive value changes as rules, restrictions and the wider card pool evolve. Players should use Bandai’s current card list, rules and restrictions rather than assuming a historically strong deck remains unchanged.

Headline OP-05 Collector Cards

Monkey D. Luffy OP05-119

OP05-119 is a Secret Rare with multiple visual treatments, including the manga-style alternate art that drives many collector searches. Its appeal combines a central protagonist, Gear 5-era symbolism, premium presentation and the anniversary status of the set. Ri-son currently lists the Monkey D. Luffy OP05-119 Manga Alternate Art as an ACTIVE single-card product.

A single card provides certainty about character and artwork; a sealed box provides an opening experience but no promise of pulling that card. Buyers should never compare the two formats as though purchasing enough boxes mathematically guarantees the chase.

Eustass “Captain” Kid OP05-074

Eustass Kid’s Super Rare alternate art offers another route into OP-05 collecting. Kid is one of the prominent captains associated with the Worst Generation, and the alternate treatment appeals to collectors who want identifiable artwork without making the manga Luffy the only measure of the set. Ri-son’s ACTIVE Eustass Kid OP05-074 SR Alternate Art lets buyers target the card directly.

Japanese Booster Box or Single Card?

Choose a Japanese booster box when original Japanese packaging, randomized opening and a broad sample of the set matter. Choose singles when you want an exact character, artwork or condition. Players must also consider language and regional tournament policy; a collectible Japanese card may not be legal in every organized-play environment.

Before buying, confirm that the listing is a full box rather than one pack or one card. Check shrink, corners and crushing, but remember that packaging condition does not guarantee pull quality. Avoid sellers promising a manga rare, “investment return” or a particular grade from an unopened box.

Compare OP-05 With Other Japanese Sets

OP-05 centers on first-anniversary identity, Skypiea, Revolutionary Army and Gear 5. OP-06 Wings of the Captain shifts attention toward characters linked with Zoro and Sanji, while OP-07 500 Years in the Future develops a different future-facing set identity. OP-09 Emperors in the New World is a later anniversary release focused on the new Four Emperors.

Browse the Ri-son ONE PIECE collection for currently available boxes and singles, or read the ONE PIECE Card Game collection guide for a broader starting point.

Storage and Condition

Store sealed boxes in a cool, dry place with even support. Avoid sunlight, humidity, heavy stacking and pressure on the corners. For singles, use a clean penny or perfect-fit sleeve followed by a rigid holder appropriate to the card’s thickness. Never force a card into a tight sleeve.

Use conservative condition language. Print lines, centering differences and factory marks can occur. An ungraded card should not be described as a guaranteed PSA, BGS or CGC grade. Examine surfaces, edges, corners and centering under neutral light before grading.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Japanese OP-05 release?

Bandai lists August 26, 2023.

How many cards are in one Japanese OP-05 pack?

Six randomized cards. Bandai lists 127 total card types for the set.

Is manga Luffy guaranteed in an OP-05 box?

No. Manga and alternate-art pulls are randomized and are not guaranteed in a standard box.

What are the major OP-05 themes?

Skypiea and Enel, the Revolutionary Army, Gear 5 Luffy, Wano-era conflict and the card game’s first anniversary.

Should I buy a box or a single?

Choose a box for sealed collecting and randomized opening; choose a single for exact artwork, character and visible condition.

Official References

• Bandai official OP-05 product page
• Bandai official OP-05 card list
• Official Belo Betty deck guide
• Official Rosinante deck guide
• Official Enel deck guide
• Official rules and restrictions