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The OP14 format has developed into a fiercely competitive environment, with multiple top-tier Leaders battling for control of the meta. Proven contenders from OP13—such as OP13-079-imu and OP13-002-portgasdace—remain at the forefront, continuing to post strong results. At the same time, newly released OP14 Leaders like OP14-020-dracule-mihawk and OP14-041-boa-hancock have quickly established themselves as legitimate threats, challenging the existing hierarchy for the top position. Meanwhile, formerly dominant Leaders such as OP11-040-monkeydluffy have resurged in relevance, and newer entries like ST29-001-monkeydluffy are steadily progressing toward tier-one contention.
If you’re looking to identify the strongest and most competitive decks to play, refine, and master, this meta report is built with you in mind. Whether you prefer piloting a battle-tested top-tier deck and navigating high-skill mirror matches, or taking a calculated gamble on a dark horse strategy that rewards precise piloting and thoughtful deck construction, this breakdown provides the insights you need.
Analyze the data, understand the matchups, and stay ahead of the curve as the format continues to evolve. In OP14, success demands more than raw deck power—it requires preparation, adaptability, and the willingness to evolve alongside the meta. Before diving into the tier list itself, let’s first outline the criteria used for ranking and explain how each deck earned its placement.
Tier Explanation
| Tier | Deck |
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| Tier 1 | ⚫Imu 🟢Dracule Mihawk 🔴🔵Portgas D. Ace |
| Tier 2 | 🟡Monkey D. Luffy 🔵🟡Boa Hancock 🔵🟣Monkey D. Luffy 🟣Doflamingo 🟢Jewelry Bonney |
| Tier 3 | ⚫🟡Gecko Moria ⚫Crocodile 🔵Jinbe |
| Dark Horse | 🔴🟣Gol D. Roger 🔴🟢Monkey D. Luffy |
This tier list analyzes the top decks in the current metagame, based on tournament results, online ranked stats, and my expert evaluation. We've categorized archetypes into four tiers by relevance, from strongest to weakest within each tier. Winning decklists and top-performing ranked builds inform these rankings.
Tier 1: These are the meta's top contenders, consistently topping events and boasting the highest ranked win rates. For the best chance at consistent tournament success, these are your go-to decks.
Tier 2: These are strong decks capable of securing tournament wins and high ranks. While not as consistently dominant as Tier 1, success often hinges on strong piloting, matchup knowledge, and potentially a favorable meta or some luck for consistent top finishes.
Tier 3: These decks remain relevant in the meta and can achieve occasional wins, even against higher tiers. However, their overall consistency is lower, making significant tournament success less likely without specific advantages or innovative play.
Dark Horse: Decks in this tier show high win rates in their limited appearances, indicating strong potential. However, they lack significant play in tournaments or ranked, making their overall viability uncertain. Watch these for potential meta breakthroughs.
Tier 1
Black Imu
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 64.9% in 95+ games
Favored Matchups: All Matchups are Favored if You Win the Dice Roll.
Unfavored Matchups: OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, OP14-041-boa-hancock OP13-002-portgasdace
Deck Guide: OP13 Imu for Newbies
OP13-079-imu continues to stand out as one of the strongest decks transitioning from the previous format into the current meta. The Five Elders’ immunity to effect-based removal immediately shuts down many control-oriented and removal-heavy strategies, giving the deck a strong inherent advantage in numerous matchups. Its main vulnerability lies in the dice roll; however, going second or playing on an even turn significantly improves its position. This timing allows OP13-099-the-empty-throne to be deployed right away and activated with 4 DON!! available, establishing a dominant early-game tempo.
The deck’s primary win condition revolves around repeatedly chaining OP13-082-five-elders, enabling the summoning of up to five units that collectively offer a Searcher, two [Blockers], reliable [Removal], and [Rush] pressure. Thanks to The Empty Throne, each of these units comes down at an efficient 7000 power for just 4 DON!!. This relentless board presence is difficult for most decks to answer.
With consistent results across multiple formats, it’s clear that Imu will continue to be relevant in future metas, further proving the exceptional strength of the Leader. In practice, the deck is more than capable of dominating local tournaments, and once you develop strong piloting proficiency and matchup knowledge, it also has the potential to take down major events at the highest level of play—making Imu a solid Leader to invest in and master.
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Green Dracule Mihawk
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 63.9% in 200+ games
Favored Matchups: OP13-079-imu, OP11-040-monkeydluffy, OP13-002-portgasdace
Unfavored Matchups: ST29-001-monkeydluffy, OP14-041-boa-hancock, OP14-060-donquixote-doflamingo
Deck Guide: OP14 Mihawk for Newbies
Arguably the strongest deck in the current format, this Leader performs on par with or even favorably against OP13-079-imu and OP13-002-portgasdace thanks to its overwhelming pressure and powerful Leader effect. By resting one of your 5-cost or higher units, you can reactivate three rested DON!! cards, creating explosive tempo swings. This effect synergizes perfectly with key support cards such as OP14-039-coffin-boat, OP14-027-shanks, and OP14-119-dracule-mihawk, allowing you to consistently seize and maintain board control.
On top of that, Mihawk gains +1000 power, becoming a 6000-power Leader against <Slash>-attributed Leaders. This passive alone heavily suppresses formerly dominant picks like OP12-020-roronoa-zoro and OP12-001-silvers-rayleigh, often shutting them out of the matchup entirely.
If you are looking for a Leader that can dismantle boards with ease, OP14-020-dracule-mihawk is a highly recommendable choice for both the current and future formats. With a universal Leader effect and a built-in counter passive ability, this deck is positioned to grow even stronger as the card pool expands.
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Red Blue Portgas D. Ace
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 62.1% in 95+ games
Favored Matchups: ST29-001-monkeydluffy, OP13-079-imu, OP14-060-donquixote-doflamingo
Unfavored Matchups: OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, OP14-041-boa-hancock
Deck Guide: OP13 Ace for Newbies
OP13-002-portgasdace was the most popular Leader during the OP13 format, and while its popularity has slightly declined in OP14, it remains one of the strongest contenders in the meta. This is largely due to its straightforward game plan and invaluable built-in resiliency. While Ace performs well against a wide range of decks, it is slightly unfavored against top-tier Leaders in highly competitive environments such as OP13-079-imu, OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, and OP14-041-boa-hancock. These challenging matchups ultimately affect its placement on the tier list, as its overall power ceiling falls just below the very top decks in the format.
Despite this, top Ace pilots continue to post strong results in both local and major tournaments. With a refined decklist and strong piloting, the deck remains highly competitive. If you are looking for a Leader that offers near top-tier power without committing to constant mirror matches, choosing Ace is a solid and rewarding option.
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Tier 2
Yellow Monkey D. Luffy
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 64.1% in 60+ games
Favored Matchups: OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, OP14-041-boa-hancock
Unfavored Matchups: OP13-079-imu, OP13-002-portgasdace
A newly released Leader from a Starter Deck, ST29-001-monkeydluffy has quickly carved out a path toward top-contender status. Thanks to its natural durability with a starting 6 Life cards and a universal Leader effect, ST29-001-monkeydluffy can be built in multiple ways, highlighting its flexibility and long-term viability in both the current and future formats.
As a Yellow Leader, the deck can be particularly difficult to play against. Many of its cards feature [Trigger] effects and Life manipulation, allowing it to generate strong tempo and value advantages. Its high starting Life total and ability to gain additional Life make it especially effective at countering aggressive strategies, including Leaders like OP14-020-dracule-mihawk and OP14-041-boa-hancock. If you are looking for a Leader to main and fully customize to suit your own playstyle, ST29-001-monkeydluffy stands out as an excellent choice.
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Blue Yellow Boa Hancock
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 66.7% in 90+ games
Favored Matchups: OP13-079-imu, OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, OP13-002-portgasdace
Unfavored Matchups: ST29-001-monkeydluffy, OP07-019-jewelry-bonney
Deck Guide: OP14 Boa for Newbies
Considered the most explosive Leader of the OP14 format and widely regarded as a tier 1 deck on Eastern tier lists, OP14-041-boa-hancock finds herself placed in high tier 2 on Western tier lists. Despite this difference in ranking, OP14-041-boa-hancock remains one of the most powerful Leaders across many matchups thanks to her overwhelming attack pressure and exceptional hand recovery. However, the presence of hard counters, most notably ST29-001-monkeydluffy, slightly reduces her competitive standing in the West. Fittingly, this mirrors the anime, where Boa often loses her composure when Luffy is involved.
Even so, OP14-041-boa-hancock remains a strong and reliable option. Core cards such as OP14-113-marguerite provide consistent searching, while OP14-105-gorgon-sisters enhances the entire board and enables the Leader’s effect. To close out games, OP14-112-boa-hancock serves as a dependable finisher. When combined with the Leader effect, the deck can easily take control of a match or even steal victories in otherwise unfavorable situations.
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Blue Purple Monkey D. Luffy
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 62.1% in 160+ games
Favored Matchups: OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, ST29-001-monkeydluffy, OP13-002-portgasdace
Unfavored Matchups: OP13-079-imu, OP14-041-boa-hancock
The returning monster of past formats, particularly OP11, OP11-040-monkeydluffy has clawed his way back from the aftermath of post-ban heavy nerfs. After falling to the bottom of the OP13 tier list, he now stands as a solid contender in OP14, boasting a power level close to his former peak. This resurgence is largely fueled by P-107-goldroger, a single card that rekindles the deck’s path to glory. By playing the 8-cost Roger, OP11-040-monkeydluffy effectively becomes an 8000-power Leader, making it extremely difficult for most decks to land meaningful attacks.
If you are looking to experience a combo, late-game-focused playstyle, now is the time to join the growing group of players turning this Leader into a menace once again in OP14 and future formats. The deck rewards patience, careful resource management, and strong matchup knowledge, allowing skilled pilots to outlast opponents and take over games in the later turns.
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Purple Doflamingo
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 70% in 50+ games
Favored Matchups: OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, ST29-001-monkeydluffy, OP14-041-boa-hancock
Unfavored Matchups: OP13-079-imu, OP13-002-portgasdace
Deck Guide: OP14 Doffy for Newbies
A fan-favorite Leader, OP14-060-donquixote-doflamingo demands sharp game sense and precise resource management, making it a true test of player skill. The deck holds favorable matchups against popular Leaders such as ST29-001-monkeydluffy, OP14-041-boa-hancock, and OP14-020-dracule-mihawk.
Due to its high skill floor, many players tend to shy away from choosing OP14-060-donquixote-doflamingo as their Leader. However, its ability to consistently compete against a wide range of decks through masterful piloting proves that it is a solid option for players looking to refine their overall game sense, decision-making, and mastery of resource management.
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Green Jewelry Bonney
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 66.7% in 55+ games
Favored Matchups: OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, ST29-001-monkeydluffy, OP13-002-portgasdace, OP14-041-boa-hancock
Unfavored Matchups: OP13-079-imu, OP11-040-monkeydluffy
OP07-019-jewelry-bonney is a strong choice for players looking to counter top-tier decks such as OP13-002-portgasdace, OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, OP14-041-boa-hancock, and the newly released Leader ST29-001-monkeydluffy. When built correctly, Bonney’s blocker-heavy playstyle and strong defensive tools line up well against these heavy-attacker and board swarming strategies. However, she struggles significantly against OP13-079-imu, as Bonney naturally has difficulty dealing with black decks.
For players who prefer not to run a tier-one deck and instead aim for slow, steady wins across the format, this standard OP07-019-jewelry-bonney list remains a reliable and competitive option. If you are interested in giving it a try, this build features multiple high-impact boss units, which provides a powerful late-game finisher capable of closing out matches once board control is established.
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Tier 3
Black Yellow Gecko Moria
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 64.1% in 75+ games
Favored Matchups: OP13-079-imu, OP13-002-portgasdace
Unfavored Matchups: OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, ST29-001-monkeydluffy, OP14-041-boa-hancock
If you are a fan of a go-wide playstyle, OP14-080-gecko-moria is a great Leader to consider thanks to the strong synergy provided by his {Thriller Bark Pirates} support cards. This game plan becomes a legitimate threat by generating both value and tempo through powerful [On K.O] effects. Moria can sacrifice one Character to gain +1000 power for himself and all of your Characters, allowing the deck to efficiently snowball its board presence.
Additionally, his [When Attacking] effect allows you to regain one Life card by trashing three cards from your hand, giving the deck unexpected longevity while maintaining offensive pressure and enabling its trash-based effects. If you are looking for a deck that can consistently regenerate while maintaining an annoying, ever-present board that truly feels like a zombie horde, then the showcased list is well worth trying.
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Black Crocodile
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 68.6% in 50+ games
Favored Matchups: OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, ST29-001-monkeydluffy
Unfavored Matchups: OP13-079-imu, OP14-041-boa-hancock, OP13-002-portgasdace
OP14-079-crocodile introduces a unique approach to board control by warping core game mechanics through his passive effect, which prevents your opponent’s Characters from being removed by your own effects. While this is a notable drawback, it is balanced by Crocodile’s powerful [Activate Main][Once Per Turn] effect that reduces an opponent’s Character by 10 cost, effectively turning most Characters into 0-cost targets.
With support from {Baroque Works} cards, this unconventional combination of Leader effects forms a strong and cohesive game plan centered on trashing your own Characters and repeatedly replaying them through synergistic [On K.O] effects. The result is a combo-control deck that generates value through recursion and tempo manipulation, making Crocodile one of the most unique and enjoyable decks to explore for players who favor intricate, non-linear strategies.
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Blue Jinbe
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 58.9% in 55+ games
Favored Matchups: OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, OP14-041-boa-hancock
Unfavored Matchups: OP13-079-imu, ST29-001-monkeydluffy, OP14-041-boa-hancock
Deck Guide: OP14 Jinbe for Newbies
The most aggressive deck among the OP14 Leaders, OP14-040-jinbe features an intricate set of offensive lines while maintaining a level of draw power rarely seen in other aggressive strategies. Its ability to apply constant pressure without running out of resources makes it especially threatening in fast-paced matchups, particularly against OP14-020-dracule-mihawk and OP14-041-boa-hancock.
This discard-heavy playstyle is well supported by {Fish-Man} and {Merfolk} cards that help replenish your hand through various effects. Cards such as OP14-042-arlong provide consistent searching, OP14-054-fisher-tiger helps refill your hand during the midgame, and OP14-049-jinbe serves as a powerful late-game finisher that blends tempo and value to efficiently close out games. If you enjoy an aggressive playstyle that does not sacrifice consistency, this deck is well worth trying.
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Dark Horse Tier
Red Purple Gol D. Roger
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 58.5% in 300+ games
Favored Matchups: OP13-079-imu, OP14-041-boa-hancock
Unfavored Matchups: ST29-001-monkeydluffy, OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, OP13-002-portgasdace
Deck Guide: OP13 Roger for Newbies
The most viable coinflip deck in the current format, OP13-003-goldroger held a respectable spot in the OP13 meta, but in OP14 the deck has shifted into a more “competitively fun” role. Roger’s gameplan revolves around ramping quickly and deploying powerful boss units ahead of curve, creating explosive turns that can immediately overwhelm the opponent. While the deck is undeniably powerful and capable of snowballing wins against many top-tier strategies when it hits a perfect curve, its overall consistency falls short compared to the more stable contenders in the meta.
That said, this deck is far from top-tier, but it is extremely fun to play. For players who enjoy high-risk, high-reward gameplay, it delivers plenty of explosive moments where the draws line up and Roger can take over games in ridiculous fashion. You will still need solid sequencing and matchup awareness to get the most out of it, and even with rough starts, smart piloting can occasionally steal wins through pure pressure. If your goal is to enjoy flashy turns and wild swings rather than chase strict competitiveness, this King of the Pirates list is absolutely worth trying.
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Red Green Monkey D. Luffy
Overall Winrate (Ranked Sim): 59.4% in 120+ games
Favored Matchups: OP14-020-dracule-mihawk, ST29-001-monkeydluffy, OP14-041-boa-hancock
Unfavored Matchups: OP13-079-imu, OP13-002-portgasdace
A solid defensive leader and the third Luffy on the tier list, OP13-001-monkeydluffy boasts a wide pool of support cards and can be approached with several different builds. If you’re looking to test whether this Leader fits your playstyle, this particular list leans more toward aggressive units to balance the innate resiliency provided by his Leader effect. With a strong lineup of low- to mid-cost Characters, the deck can swarm the board efficiently and punch above its tier when built and piloted correctly.
More importantly, this Leader has strong upside moving forward. As more {Straw Hat Pirates} support cards are released in future sets, Luffy’s flexibility and consistency are only expected to improve, giving the deck access to better curves, stronger synergies, and more refined win conditions. While it may not sit at the top of the meta right now, its solid foundation and future card pool give it genuine long-term potential for players willing to invest early.
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