Why is Monkey.D.Luffy [Manga] EB02-061 price going up?
The One Piece Card Game market is experiencing a period of intense volatility this May. As of May 6, 2026, we are seeing a massive divergence between high-end "chase" cards and certain promotional assets. While the "Manga" rarity cards continue to defy gravity, several high-profile tournament promos are seeing significant retreats.
In this report, we break down the specific price movements, the distinction between raw and graded values, and what the current data tells us about the current market trajectory.
The Massive Surge: Monkey.D.Luffy [Manga] EB02-061
The most significant movement in the market today is the continued ascent of the Monkey.D.Luffy [Manga] EB02-061 from the One Piece Extra Booster Anime 25th Collection. This card has seen a staggering 23.46% increase in a single day, jumping from $2,698.55 to $3,331.51.
What makes this move particularly noteworthy is that it isn't a one-day anomaly. Looking at the 30-day history, this card has been on a sustained upward trajectory. This jump represents a significant accumulation of value in the high-end collector tier.
When examining the graded market for this card, the premium for high grades remains extremely wide. While the ungraded (raw) price sits at $3,33 effectively, a PSA 10 specimen is commanding $6,900.50—more than double the price of a raw copy. This indicates that while the floor for raw copies is rising, the "ceiling" for pristine copies is expanding even faster. For those holding BGS 10 or CGC 10 copies, the value remains anchored in the $5,500+ range, but the massive gap between an ungraded copy and a PSA 10 suggests that collectors are currently paying a massive premium for perfection.
Is Luffy 1 (Hyper Battle First Stage) part of a long-term trend?
The upward movement isn't limited to the Manga rarity. Luffy 1 from the One Piece Carddass Hyper Battle First Stage has climbed from $815.14 to $995.24, a 22.09% increase.
Crucially, the 30-day data reveals that this is a multi-day trend. As of late April (2026-04-27), this card was already up 25.41% from its previous baseline. Today's 22.09% jump suggests a compounding effect rather than a sudden spike.
The graded market for Luffy 1 shows an extreme disparity. While the ungraded price is just under $1,000, a PSA/BGS 9 copy is valued at a massive $9,802.92. This is a nearly 10x multiplier. Interestingly, the price for lower-grade slabs (PSA/BGS 7–7.5) is sitting at $2,000, which is actually higher than the current raw price. This suggests that for this specific vintage-style card, the "raw" market may be experiencing some downward pressure or lack of liquidity, whereas the "graded" market remains highly inflated.
Rapid Gains: Shanks 14 and Gum-Gum Giant [PRB-02]
Two other cards have seen massive, single-day percentage spikes that demand attention:
* Shanks 14 (One Piece Carddass Hyper Battle First Stage): This card surged by 55.89%, moving from $114.61 to $178.66. There is currently no 30-day history provided to suggest if this is a trend or a sudden influx of buy orders, but the sheer percentage makes it the second-largest gainer by margin.
* Gum-Gum Giant [PRB-02] OP09-078 (One Piece Japanese Premium Booster 2): This card saw a 52.69% jump, rising from $110.41 to $168.58.
For collectors of Japanese Premium Booster sets, these moves represent a significant shift in the valuation of the PRB-02 era cards.
Why is the Monkey.D.Luffy [1st Anniversary] ST01-012 price dropping?
While the high-end Manga cards are rising, the entry-level "chase" cards are seeing a massive influx of supply or a correction in demand. The Monkey.D. [1st Anniversary] ST01-012 from the One Piece Japanese Starter Deck 1: Straw Hat Crew has nearly doubled in price, moving from $13.99 to $26.59, a 90.06% increase.
While a 90% gain looks impressive, it is important to note the low starting base. This is a move from a "bulk" price to a "semi-premium" price. Even with this jump, the graded market remains relatively tight. A PSA 10 is $150, while a BGS 10 is $218.83. This suggests that while the raw price is volatile, the top-tier graded market is much more stable.
What's causing the Perona [Championship Champion] price drop?
The most significant "loser" in today's market is the Perona [Championship Champion] OP10-092 (One Piece Promo). This card has plummeted from $1,999.99 to $1,361.32, a devastating 31.93% loss in value.
When a card at a $2,000 price point drops by over $600 in a single day, it usually indicates a major shift in the availability of high-grade specimens or a sudden lack of interest in that specific promotional era. For sellers, this is a period of high risk for OP10-era promos.
Analyzing the decline of Dracule Mihawk [Top 8] and Doflamingo [1st Anniversary]
The downward trend extends to other high-profile promos:
* Dracule Mihhawk [Top 8] OP01-070 (One Piece Japanese Promo): This card dropped 20.15%, moving from $350.65 down to $279.98. Looking at the graded data, the PSA 10 premium for this card is exceptionally wide. While the raw price is ~$280, a PSA 10 is valued at $586.91, and a BGS 10 is as high as $820. This suggests that while the "raw" market is struggling, the "perfect" market is still holding onto significant value.
* Donquixote Doflamingo [1st Anniversary] OP05-029 (One Piece Awakening of the New Era): This card saw the largest percentage drop in the market, crashing 53.77% from $39.50 to $18.26.
The Decline of Promo Packs and Accessories
Finally, we see a downturn in the "utility" and "sealed" categories:
* Monkey.D. Luffy 3rd Anniversary Winner Sealed Pack (One Piece Promo): This sealed product dropped 27.34%, moving from $38.19 to $27.75. The graded market for this pack shows that a PSA 10 is worth $570, which is a massive premium over the $27.75 raw price. This indicates that while the "loose" packs are losing value, the "gem mint" sealed packs are being treated as high-end collectibles.
* DONDON DON! (General Market Trend): While not a specific card, the overall trend for promotional items and secondary market accessories appears to be following the downward trend of the mid-tier promos.
Summary Table of Market Movement
| Card Name | Change (%) | Current Price |
|---|---|---|
| M. Luffy (Manga) | +Significant | $3,331.00 (est) |
| Luffy (Starter) | +Significant | $1,100.00 (est) |
| Luffy (1st Anniv) | +90.06% | $26.50 (est) |
| Perlina (Championship) | -31.9% | $1,361.00 (est) |
| Doflamingo (Anniv) | -53.8% | $18.20 (est) |