Portgas D. Ace OP02-013: price, market value and versions of Luffy's brother

Few characters stir as much emotion as Ace, and his card reflects it well. The Portgas D. Ace OP02-013 price spans a wide range: from a few euros for the standard Super Rare to more than €1,500 for the manga version. From Paramount War, the set devoted to the Summit War, this card of Luffy's sworn brother holds a place all its own. Let's take stock.

The Paramount War (OP02) set: context

Paramount War (OP02) is built around the Summit War, one of the most intense arcs in One Piece, the very one where Ace dies protecting Luffy. This resonance between the card and one of the series' most striking moments feeds directly into its sentimental value, and therefore its market value. Son of Gol D. Roger and commander of Whitebeard's 2nd division, Ace is a character loved far beyond players alone.

The card in detail

In gameplay terms, Ace is aggressive: his [On Play] effect removes up to 3,000 power from as many as 2 of your opponent's characters for the turn; and if your Leader has the "Whitebeard Pirates" type, he gains [Rush] and can attack right away. A classic finisher for red Whitebeard decks, which keeps demand strong for its playable version.

The versions and their market value

As so often, everything comes down to the exact version. Benchmarks seen on the secondary market (Cardmarket / Limitless, through 2026, indicative and converted):

The manga version is Ace's grail on OP02: manga-panel-style artwork and a very low print run, it trades around €1,500 to €1,850 depending on condition and language. At the other end, the standard Super Rare stays affordable at under €10. Note too that a much more recent secret version of Ace (a limited-edition "manga" treatment) reaches several thousand euros: a niche piece to keep separate from OP02-013, the subject of this article. These prices are volatile: always check the current market value and the exact version before buying.

The factors driving its value

The card's treatment. Standard, alt-art, reprint, manga: each tier creates its own demand, from a few euros to more than a thousand.

Emotional weight. Ace's death at Marineford is a high point of the series. Few cards enjoy such narrative anchoring, and it shows on the collector versions.

Artwork quality. The alt-art, and above all the manga treatment, push the collector premium well beyond the gameplay value.

Condition and grading. On the rare versions, the gap between a raw card and a PSA 10 graded copy can swing the value several times over.

Should you buy this card?

The case for:

• The standard Super Rare is a playable, affordable finisher for any red Whitebeard deck
• The alt-art offers a nice collectibility/price balance, with dedicated artwork
• The manga version is a heritage piece with very strong emotional resonance

Points to weigh:

• Don't confuse OP02-013 with the recent secret versions of the character, which are far more expensive
• On the rare versions, insist on recognized grading and a trusted seller
• The high values are volatile: treat them as collecting, not a short-term bet

Practical tip: to play, the standard Super Rare is enough. To collect, the alt-art is the ideal entry point, and the manga a considered purchase from a trusted seller.

Conclusion

Portgas D. Ace OP02-013 is a card with two readings: a solid gameplay tool, and a collector's piece carried by one of the most moving arcs in One Piece. Its entire value rests on the exact version, and that's precisely why tracking the market value of each variant, rather than "the card" in general, changes everything. To go further, see also our top of the most expensive One Piece cards.

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