{"id":508139,"date":"2026-04-06T14:48:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T06:48:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/?p=508139"},"modified":"2026-05-28T17:25:37","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T09:25:37","slug":"gear-5-takeover-the-top-10-most-wanted-sun-god-nika-luffy-cards-of-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/2026\/04\/06\/gear-5-takeover-the-top-10-most-wanted-sun-god-nika-luffy-cards-of-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"[OPCG] Gear 5 Takeover: The Top 10 Most Wanted “Sun God Nika” Luffy Cards of 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Gear 5 Awakening: Analyzing the 2026 Luffy Market Surge<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since September 2025, the One Piece Card Game<\/em> (OPCG) has witnessed a massive resurgence in the secondary market. The catalyst? The release of the “Magazine Luffy” promo, which ignited a renewed frenzy for everyone\u2019s favorite rubber-man.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, one form stands above the rest: Gear 5<\/strong>, the manifestation of the Sun God Nika. For collectors and investors in their 20s and 30s, these cards are high-value assets and iconic pieces of pop-culture history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Based on data from SNKRDUNK<\/strong>, here are the top 10 “Nika” Luffy cards dominating the charts in early 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The top 10 “Nika” Luffy cards (Jan \u2013 Mar 2026)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1. Monkey D Luffy SEC-P [OP05-119]<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Set: Booster Pack Awakening of the New Era<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Price:<\/strong> \u00a540,000 \/ SNKRDUNK Price:<\/strong> \u00a518,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Initially trading for around \u00a55,000, this card exploded alongside the 2025 Luffy boom. Its colorful, American-comic-style background makes it a “budget-friendly” alternative for those who can’t yet swing the price of a Manga Rare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Monkey.D.Luffy : Wanted SEC-SPC [OP05-119]<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Set: Booster Pack “Emperors In The New World”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Price:<\/strong> \u00a530,000 \/ SNKRDUNK Price:<\/strong> \u00a528,400<\/p>\n\n\n\n

his card mimics the iconic in-universe bounty posters. It\u2019s a perennial fan favorite. While it hasn’t seen the volatile swings of other cards, it remains one of the most stable “blue-chip” investments in the hobby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Monkey.D.Luffy L-P [OP09-061]<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Set: Booster Pack “Emperors In The New World”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Price:<\/strong> \u00a55,000 \/ SNKRDUNK Price:<\/strong> \u00a53,333<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Leader Parallel featuring Luffy\u2019s infectious laughter. Despite being a “1-per-case” pull, its price stays accessible since players only need one for a deck. However, PSA 10 graded copies are now hitting \u00a520,000 as collectors begin to hoard pristine versions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Monkey.D.Luffy SEC-SP (Comic Parallel) [OP05-119]<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Set: Booster Pack “Awakening Of The New Era”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Price:<\/strong> \u00a5600,000 \/ SNKRDUNK Price:<\/strong> \u00a5550,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The “Holy Grail” of Nika cards. Known as the “Comipara”<\/strong> in Japan, this Manga Alternate Art features legendary scenes from the manga. Currently, PSA 10 copies are being snatched up for over \u00a5800,000. If you own this, you\u2019re holding a piece of TCG history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Monkey D Luffy P [P-041]<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Set: ONEPIECE Day23′ Day2 Participant Gifts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Price:<\/strong> \u00a51,500 \/ SNKRDUNK Price:<\/strong> \u00a51,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Distributed at ONE PIECE Day<\/strong> held at Tokyo Big Sight<\/strong>. Due to the high attendance, the supply is plentiful, but the full-illustration art makes it an essential “entry-level” collectible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Monkey.D.Luffy L [OP09-061]<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Set: ANNIVERSARY SET “English 2nd ANNIVERSARY SET Japanese Ver.”)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Price:<\/strong> \u00a525,000 \/ SNKRDUNK Price:<\/strong> \u00a530,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Released exclusively through Premium Bandai<\/strong> (an online store for limited-edition collector’s items<\/em>) to celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the English version. It was sold via a lottery system, and with no reprint in sight, its rarity is driving the price through the roof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Monkey.D.Luffy L-P [ST21-001]<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Set: Start Deck EX “Gear 5”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Price:<\/strong> \u00a515,000 \/ SNKRDUNK Price:<\/strong> \u00a523,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Found randomly in bonus packs included with the Gear 5 Starter Deck. Since there are 15 possible cards in that slot, pulling Luffy is a gamble. This “luck-of-the-draw” scarcity has caused a steady price climb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. Monkey.D.Luffy SEC-SPC :3th Anniversary Special Card (Gold Background) [OP05-119]<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Set: Booster Pack “A Fist of Divine Speed”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Price:<\/strong> \u00a51,000,000 \/ SNKRDUNK Price:<\/strong> \u00a5835,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Released for the 3rd Anniversary, this “Gold” variant is rumored to have a lower pull rate than even the Manga Rares. Starting at \u00a5350,000 upon release, it has since surged past the \u00a51,000,000 mark. It is the ultimate flex for high-end collectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. Monkey.D.Luffy SEC-SPC :3th Anniversary Special Card (Silver Background) [OP05-119]<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Set: Booster Pack “A Fist of Divine Speed”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Price:<\/strong> \u00a5400,000 \/ SNKRDUNK Price:<\/strong> \u00a5400,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The “Silver” sibling to the Gold variant. It\u2019s slightly easier to pull, making it the “more attainable” grail. At roughly \u00a5550,000 for a PSA 10, it\u2019s the go-to choice for those who want that 3rd-anniversary prestige without the seven-figure price tag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10. Monkey D Luffy SEC [OP05-119]<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Set: Booster Pack Awakening of the New Era<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Price:<\/strong> \u00a5800 \/ SNKRDUNK Price:<\/strong> \u00a51,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While not dominant in the current competitive meta, its unique “Take an extra turn” effect is legendary. With its gold-etched borders, it looks as premium as a Parallel card but at a fraction of the cost. High-grade (PSA 10) hunting for this card is currently at an all-time high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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