Top 10 OP16 Cards Every One Piece TCG Player Should Watch In 2026 

With the release of OP16: The Time of Battle on June 12th, 2026, players across Australia are already preparing for one of the most exciting One Piece Card Game releases in recent memory. The set focuses heavily on the Paramount War storyline, bringing iconic characters like Ace, Whitebeard, Akainu, Aokiji and Kizaru into the spotlight. 

Whether you’re a collector chasing alternate arts or a competitive player preparing for locals, these are the OP16 cards worth keeping on your radar. 

1. Portgas D. Ace 

Ace is arguably the face of OP16. 

As one of the set’s featured leaders and characters, Ace is expected to see significant competitive play while also attracting collectors looking for premium alternate art versions. Early deck testing has already placed Red Ace among the most talked-about archetypes in the format. 

2. Sakazuki (Akainu) 

Marine support is one of the biggest themes of OP16. 

Akainu appears positioned to become a cornerstone card for Marine-based strategies and could emerge as one of the strongest cards in the entire set. 

3. Kuzan (Aokiji) 

A fan favourite both competitively and from the anime itself. 

Kuzan provides powerful synergy within Marine builds and is already attracting significant attention from players testing OP16 strategies. 

4. Borsalino (Kizaru) 

Kizaru continues the Admiral package introduced throughout OP16 and is expected to feature heavily in Marine lists. 

5. Edward Newgate (Whitebeard) 

No Marineford-themed set would be complete without Whitebeard. 

Collectors should pay close attention to alternate art and secret rare versions featuring one of the most iconic characters in One Piece history. 

6. Shanks 

Every Shanks card tends to generate strong collector demand. 

OP16 continues that trend with highly desirable artwork and strong gameplay potential. 

7. Benn Beckman 

An underrated card that could find a home in multiple archetypes while also benefiting from collector interest. 

8. Izo 

Early testing communities have highlighted Izo as a potential utility card capable of supporting multiple strategies. 

9. Vista 

Vista may not generate the same headlines as Ace or Akainu, but competitive players should keep an eye on his interaction potential. 

10. OP16 Manga Rare 

Historically, Manga Rares become some of the most valuable cards in the entire game. 

If OP16 follows previous sets, the Manga Rare card from this release will likely become one of the most sought-after One Piece cards of 2026. 

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