💡 Sakazuki (Akainu) Manga Rare — OP16-065_p2 · Purple Cost 7 Power 8000 Navy Admiral · ~$1,600 TCGPlayer August 2026 · Top chase card of OP16 Marineford set
Card Info
Card Name: Sakazuki (Akainu)
Set: The Time of Battle (OP16) · Japan May 30, 2026 / English June 12, 2026
Number: OP16-065
Rarity: SR Manga Rare
Color: Purple
Type: Character
Subtype: Navy Admiral
Card Performance & Effects
Cost: 7
Power: 8000
Counter: None
[On Play] DON!! -1: Give up to 1 opponent Character -6000 power until end of opponent's next End Phase.
[Activate:Main] [Once Per Turn] Rest 1 of your DON!! cards → if your Leader has {Navy} type, take up to 2 DON!! cards from your DON!! deck and set them as active.
Price & Where to Buy
As of August 2026 · TCGPlayer market price ~$1,600. This is not investment advice.
Raw NM (English): ~$1,500–1,700 (TCGPlayer)
Japanese: ~¥500,000
Buy on: TCGPlayer, eBay
Kuzan & Kizaru Manga Rares: $1,000–1,200 each — collecting all 3 Admirals 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.
Sakazuki (Akainu) is the most valuable of the three. He killed Ace, became Fleet Admiral, and remains one of the most impactful characters in the entire series. The Manga Rare format — which faithfully reproduces Eiichiro Oda's original pen-and-ink illustration style — creates an instant emotional connection for manga fans. Manga Rares have lower pull rates than standard SECs, making them true collector trophies.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the current price of Sakazuki Manga Rare in August 2026?
A. English TCGPlayer market price is approximately $1,500–1,700 as of August 2026. The Japanese version trades around ¥500,000. Kuzan and Kizaru Manga Rares are $1,000–1,200 each.
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 $1,500+ 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.