🔋 OP10 Weekly Power Rankings - April 10th🏴‍☠️

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OP10 Weekly Meta Snapshot: Shaping the Post-Ban Battlefield

The OP10 format is settling into a defined rhythm as the community adjusts to the post-ban landscape. Thanks to early results from OPBounty and online events, we’re seeing clearer patterns in performance, pilot preferences, and deckbuilding directions. While the meta remains fluid, the major contenders are beginning to emerge, and some surprising developments are reshaping expectations.

This week’s report covers the leaders who are excelling, adapting, or quietly building momentum behind the scenes.

Doflamingo – Resilient and Refined

Despite the recent bans—most notably Jinbe—Doflamingo is proving its staying power. Its engine-centric, synergy-driven control gameplan remains intact, and the deck has rebounded to the top of the rankings this week. Players have clearly figured out how to optimize it in the current field, especially with 4-cost Law continuing to be a key counter to aggressive decks. Doflamingo’s favorable matchup into Blackbeard further cements it as a top-tier contender.

Purple Luffy – Consistent and Meta-Proof

Purple Luffy continues to deliver reliable results with explosive mid-game turns, strong tempo tools, and a remarkably stable core list. Its simplicity and high-impact plays make it a go-to pick for both veterans and newer players alike. A few tech adjustments have helped it weather early aggression, but overall, the deck remains largely untouched—because it simply doesn’t need fixing.

Shanks – Flexibility Meets Power

Shanks is on the rise, showing off its adaptability across several archetypes. Whether running aggressive builds or control hybrids, Shanks’ toolkit allows pilots to mold the list to their preferred tempo. Its growing popularity speaks to both its strength and the creativity it enables. While a “best” version hasn’t been solidified yet, the leader is undeniably earning its place in the format.

Blackbeard (Teach) – Control Core with a Tech Twist

Blackbeard has surged in play rate this week, capitalizing on value tools like Kuzan and Liberation to create a crushing mid-to-late game. However, the deck is under pressure from the rising tide of aggro—particularly Zoro—and is actively evolving to keep pace. Updated early-game tech has helped stabilize these matchups, keeping Teach in strong contention with the right tuning.

Zoro – Aggro Reigns Supreme

Zoro remains one of the most threatening decks in OP10. Its unmatched speed and relentless pressure make it a nightmare for decks that need time to set up. Even with more players teching against aggro, Zoro has maintained its dominant win rate and continues to punish slow or greedy builds. It’s not just an early favorite anymore—it’s a meta mainstay.

Rob Lucci – Tactical and Underrated

Rob Lucci is carving out space for pilots who thrive on precision and tight lines. While bans have taken away some of its former tools, inventive deckbuilding and strong fundamentals are keeping Lucci in the picture. It may not have the same flash as some top contenders, but it rewards experience and punishes sloppy play—making it a dark horse pick for skilled players.

Bonney – Solid, Stable, and Skilled

Bonney continues to show up with reliable results, offering strong value engines, flexible sequencing, and powerful mid-game transitions. It’s not always the flashiest deck in the room, but its ceiling is high in the hands of a capable pilot. Bonney’s core strategy remains highly effective in the current landscape, making it one of the most consistent choices available.

G/P Lim – Gaining Ground Through Optimization

Lim is starting to gain traction as a legitimate ladder and tournament pick. With refined early-game sequencing and a growing understanding of optimal build paths, the deck is steadily climbing. Its ability to pivot between aggression and value makes it appealing for players who enjoy adaptive strategies. With more reps and refinement, Lim has breakout potential.

Red/Purple Luffy – The Explosive Wild Card

Red/Purple Luffy continues to thrive in the hands of players willing to embrace its chaotic, high-ceiling nature. This week, improved consistency through list refinement has helped pilots push its performance higher. Its ability to toggle between fast-paced offense and calculated control makes it one of the most unpredictable—and dangerous—decks in the meta.

Yellow Kid – Living Up to the Hype

After several weeks of play, Yellow Kid is beginning to back up the buzz. Smart sequencing and strong resource management make the leader feel rewarding to pilot, and builds are becoming increasingly refined. With a growing win rate and versatile matchup spread, Yellow Kid is poised to challenge the top control decks—if its momentum continues.

Conclusion: The Meta Finds Its Rhythm

With the initial shock of the bans behind us, OP10 is settling into a more structured metagame. Doflamingo and Purple Luffy continue to set the pace, while Shanks, Blackbeard, and Zoro are forcing constant adaptations. Meanwhile, decks like Lim, Lucci, and Yellow Kid are proving there's still room for innovation and breakout performances.

The format is maturing, but far from solved. Tech choices, pilot skill, and matchup understanding are separating good decks from great finishes. With regionals and locals heating up, next week could bring even more surprises—and perhaps the next big meta shift.

Decklists:

Doflamingo:

1xOP01-060

4xEB01-023

3xOP01-077

1xOP05-118

2xOP06-047

4xOP07-040

4xOP07-046

3xOP08-047

2xST03-004

4xST03-005

4xST17-002

4xST17-003

4xST17-004

4xST17-005

3xOP04-056

2xOP06-058

2xOP07-057

Purple Luffy:

1xOP05-060

4xEB01-061

3xOP05-070

3xOP05-074

3xOP06-076

4xOP07-064

2xOP08-069

2xOP09-068

4xOP09-069

3xOP09-119

4xST18-001

2xST18-002

4xST18-003

4xST18-004

4xST18-005

4xOP09-078

Shanks:

1xOP09-001

4xOP01-006

4xOP03-013

3xOP07-015

4xOP08-118

4xOP09-002

4xOP09-004

2xOP09-005

3xOP09-008

4xOP09-009

4xOP09-011

4xOP09-015

4xOP10-005

4xOP10-011

2xOP04-016

Blackbeard:

1xOP09-081

3xEB01-048

3xOP09-083

4xOP09-086

2xOP09-088

4xOP09-089

4xOP09-090

2xOP09-091

4xOP09-093

2xOP09-095

4xOP10-082

3xOP10-086

4xEB01-051

4xOP09-096

3xOP09-098

4xOP09-099

Zoro:

1xOP01-001

2xEB01-003

4xEB01-006

2xOP01-015

4xOP01-016

4xOP01-025

2xOP04-009

3xOP04-010

2xOP07-015

4xOP08-007

4xOP08-010

2xOP08-013

2xST01-012

4xST21-003

4xST21-014

4xEB01-009

1xST01-016

2xST21-017

Lucci:

1xOP07-079

2xEB01-043

4xEB01-046

4xEB01-048

4xOP02-096

4xOP03-081

1xOP04-083

2xOP05-088

4xOP05-091

4xOP05-093

3xOP08-079

3xOP08-084

4xOP08-091

3xST06-008

4xST08-002

4xOP07-096

Bonney:

1xOP07-019

4xEB01-012

3xEB01-015

3xOP01-039

3xOP01-051

3xOP04-031

4xOP05-030

4xOP06-035

3xOP07-021

1xOP07-031

3xOP08-023

4xOP10-032

4xST02-007

4xST02-008

4xST16-004

2xOP05-037

1xOP08-036

Lim:

1xOP09-022

3xOP06-118

2xOP09-023

2xOP09-026

4xOP09-027

4xOP09-031

4xOP09-035

4xOP09-037

3xOP10-024

4xOP10-025

3xOP10-029

4xOP10-033

4xOP10-037

3xST16-004

2xOP09-069

4xST18-001

R/P Luffy:

1xST10-002

4xOP01-016

2xOP07-015

3xOP09-004

4xOP10-005

2xOP10-011

2xST21-014

3xEB01-061

2xOP05-070

2xOP07-064

2xOP09-119

4xST04-005

3xST10-013

3xST18-001

2xST18-002

2xOP03-072

2xOP07-076

4xOP09-078

4xST04-014

Yellow Kid:

1xOP10-099

4xOP05-102

4xOP05-105

4xOP07-107

4xOP08-106

4xOP09-107

2xOP10-108

4xOP10-109

4xOP10-111

4xOP10-112

4xOP10-113

4xOP10-114

4xOP10-119

2xOP05-114

2xOP07-116

Here’s how we evaluated each leader:

Step 1: Game Percentage Ranking (Popularity)
Leaders are ranked based on their presence in the meta, measured by the number of games they’ve been played. The most-played leader scores a perfect 100%, while the least-played receives 0%. This step highlights which decks players are gravitating toward, even if they’re not necessarily dominating.

Step 2: Win Rate Ranking (Performance)
Next, we ranked leaders based on their win rates. The highest-performing leader scores 100%, with all other leaders scaled relative to this benchmark. This step focuses on raw efficiency and success, rewarding decks that consistently secure victories.

Step 3: Ideal Leader Comparison
This step imagines the “perfect” leader: one that combines the highest win rate with the most games played. Each leader is measured against this ideal, balancing performance with popularity. A deck that’s widely played but underperforms—or one that excels in a smaller sample size—falls short of the perfect leader.

Step 4: Score Calculation
Finally, we distill these comparisons into a simple, intuitive scoring system from 0 to 10. Leaders closer to the “100/100” ideal earn higher scores, giving a clearer picture of their overall strength in the current meta.

By leveraging this enhanced approach, we’ve painted a more nuanced picture of the OP09 metagame. As we move forward, these insights should provide valuable guidance for those still engaging with the meta. Let’s dive into this week’s rankings!

Special Thanks:

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