Monkey D. Luffy: The High-Speed Ramp Leader
Monkey D. Luffy brings a unique ramp mechanic to the One Piece TCG, letting you gain extra Don as early as turn 2. By activating his ability when you have 3 Don or more, you accelerate your game plan, playing high-cost Characters earlier than usual. However, this power comes at a price—activating the effect forces you to take a Life card, boosting your hand size but making you more vulnerable to an opponent’s finishing attacks.
This deck thrives on explosive early plays, with strong 4-cost and 5-cost Characters ensuring impactful turns no matter your play order. Going second is often the better choice, letting you drop a 5-cost threat on turn 2—something opponents can’t afford to ignore.
With bigger threats hitting the board faster, your goal is to protect them for as long as possible. This shifts your opponent’s focus to controlling your field instead of rushing down your Leader, giving you the advantage in tempo and pressure.
If you love fast-paced, aggressive plays with high-risk, high-reward strategies, Monkey D. Luffy is the Leader for you.
