Market outlook
Stable Outlook 7/10
The ordinary base SR is inexpensive and has recently shown downward movement in tracker data, while premium versions retain strong values but also show short-term declines and large variant-dependent spreads. This suggests a divided market: broadly supplied base copies are weak, whereas desirable manga and super alternate-art copies remain supported by collectors.[6][9]
Next months. Over the next 3-6 months, the base SR is likely to remain low-priced or soften further. Premium parallels are more likely to trade sideways with volatility; exceptional manga and high-grade copies may outperform ordinary copies if collector demand remains strong.
Long term. Over 1-3 years, premium authenticated copies have better appreciation potential than the base card because of character popularity, artwork desirability, and lower high-grade supply. The base SR is unlikely to become scarce unless demand rises sharply or sealed product becomes difficult to obtain. The supplied set and variant should be corrected before any purchase or valuation decision.
History
Kaido is one of the principal antagonists of the One Piece manga and anime, formerly one of the Four Emperors of the Sea and captain of the Beasts Pirates. Known as the Strongest Creature, he ruled Wano Country through the shogun Orochi, sought a world-shaking war, and possessed the Mythical Zoan Dragon-Dragon Fruit, Model: Azure Dragon. This card depicts the character in the OP-17 storyline context and uses artwork associated with the Baki creator Keisuke Itagaki for the premium super alternate-art version.
The card number OP17-062 belongs to The World's Strongest Warriors, the OP-17 expansion, rather than Awakening of the New Era. The English OP-17 release is a 2024-era product; the exact first-release date and regional distribution date are not confirmed by the available sources.
- OP17-062 is a Purple Super Rare character card with a 12,000 power value and a cost of 10.
- The card has multiple premium parallel treatments, including a standard alternate art, a super alternate art associated with Baki-style artwork, and a manga-style variant.
- Market trackers list the English base version at under $1, while premium parallel versions range from approximately $18 to more than $1,000 depending on the variant.
- The supplied set designation appears inconsistent: Awakening of the New Era is generally associated with OP-05, while OP17-062 is listed by market databases under The World's Strongest Warriors.
Collector notes
Condition. Inspect front and back centering, edge whitening, corner wear, surface scratches, print lines, dents, foil scratches, roller marks, and chipping along the holographic areas. Premium parallel cards are especially sensitive to surface flaws and corner whitening. Check that the card number, rarity mark, copyright line, foil pattern, color saturation, and texture correspond to the intended variant. Do not confuse the inexpensive base SR with the substantially more valuable parallel, super parallel, or manga version.
Storage. Use a snug archival inner sleeve inside a rigid top loader or semi-rigid grading submission holder. Store vertically in a cool, dry, dark location away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture, and pressure. For high-value parallels, consider a fitted perfect-fit sleeve plus a magnetic holder with a protective bag, while avoiding sleeves that press against foil surfaces.
Authenticity. Verify the exact OP17-062 card layout and compare the foil, text sharpness, card stock, borders, artwork, and set symbol with confirmed examples. Counterfeits may show incorrect font weight, blurry fine print, weak or irregular foil, inaccurate coloring, rough cuts, or an incorrect back design. Buy premium copies from established sellers, request detailed front-and-back photographs, check serial or certification information on graded cards, and use professional authentication for expensive manga or super alternate-art copies. A listing calling OP17-062 an Awakening of the New Era card should be treated as a cataloging error or warning sign until independently verified.
