💡 Kuzan (Aokiji) Manga Rare — OP16-063_p2 · Purple Cost 7 Power 8000 Navy Admiral · ~$1,154.14 TCGPlayer August 2026 · Second card in OP16's Marineford Admiral Manga Rare lineup
Card Info
Card Name: Kuzan (Aokiji)
Set: The Time of Battle (OP16) · Japan May 30, 2026 / English June 12, 2026
Number: OP16-063
Rarity: R Manga Rare
Color: Purple
Type: Character
Subtype: Navy Admiral
Card Performance & Effects
Cost: 7
Power: 8000
Counter: None
[On Play] Add up to 2 DON!! cards from your DON!! deck and rest them.
[Activate:Main] [Once Per Turn] DON!!-1: Up to 1 of your opponent's Characters cannot activate [Blocker] during this turn.
Price & Where to Buy
As of August 2026 · TCGPlayer market price ~$1,154. This is not investment advice.
Raw NM (English): ~$1,050–1,250 (TCGPlayer)
Japanese: ~¥350,000
Buy on: TCGPlayer, eBay
Sakazuki's Manga Rare from the same set runs ~$1,600, the highest of the three Admirals — collecting all 3 is the ultimate goal
Why Is This Card So Valuable?
OP16 'The Time of Battle' is themed around the Marineford Paramount War — One Piece's greatest battle arc. This set's Manga Rare slots feature the three original Marine Admirals (Akainu, Aokiji, Kizaru), creating the most iconic Manga Rare lineup in the game's history.
Kuzan (Aokiji), a Logia-type user of the Ice-Ice Fruit, is famous for his 10-day duel against Sakazuki on Punk Hazard over the Fleet Admiral seat. He later left the Navy and shocked fans by joining the Blackbeard Pirates. The contrast between his laid-back personality and overwhelming combat power makes him a fan favorite, and the Manga Rare's faithful reproduction of Oda's original pen art fuels strong collector demand.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the current price of Kuzan Manga Rare in August 2026?
A. English TCGPlayer market price is approximately $1,050–1,250 as of August 2026. The Japanese version trades around ¥350,000. Sakazuki's Manga Rare from the same set is higher, around $1,600.
Q. What makes a Manga Rare different from a regular SR Alt Art?
A. Manga Rares reproduce Eiichiro Oda's original black-and-white pen illustration style from the manga. Unlike full-color CG alt arts, they feel like you're looking directly at the original manga page — a uniquely special experience for One Piece fans. Pull rates are lower than standard SECs.
Q. Where can I buy this card?
A. English copies are available on TCGPlayer and eBay. Japanese copies can be found through Buyee, Mercari Japan, or dedicated One Piece TCG stores.
Q. How do I spot a fake Manga Rare?
A. Authentic Manga Rares have extremely sharp black-and-white printing that faithfully captures pen stroke details. The card back red border should be uniform. Light test (holding to light) shows the black center layer clearly. For a $1,000+ card, only buy from trusted sellers with detailed photos or purchase PSA-graded copies.
Card images and data are the copyright of BANDAI / Eiichiro Oda / Shueisha / Toei Animation.