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🔋 OP09 Weekly Power Rankings - February 6th🏴‍☠️

Introduction

The OP09 meta is in full swing, with dominant decks cementing their place at the top and unexpected challengers shaking up the competitive landscape. While some strategies continue their reign, others are clawing their way into the spotlight, adapting to the ever-evolving battlefield.

This week’s report dives deep into the latest power plays, standout performers, and the potential upsets that could redefine the meta in the coming weeks.

Let’s break down the decks shaping the OP09 battlefield!

Doflamingo: The Unchallenged King

Blue Doflamingo remains the deck to beat in OP09, refusing to surrender its throne. Its ability to fluidly switch between aggression, control, and defense makes it the ultimate all-rounder. With near-perfect tempo, consistent draw power, and a suffocating board presence, this deck punishes even the slightest misstep from opponents.

Despite numerous attempts to counter Doflamingo, no strategy has successfully knocked it off its pedestal. If you’re not preparing for Doffy, you’re preparing to lose.

How to beat it? Precision, innovation, and a little bit of luck.

Purple Luffy: The Meta’s Juggernaut

Purple Luffy continues to gain traction, delivering some of the most devastating turns in the game. With explosive offense and rock-solid late-game endurance, it forces opponents to think twice before overcommitting.

The recent inclusion of Gum-Gum Giant has only strengthened its position, allowing it to control the board while maintaining relentless pressure. It’s fast, it’s powerful, and it’s becoming a serious problem for the competition.

If you like big swings, calculated risks, and crushing opponents under raw strength, Purple Luffy might be your go-to.

Black/Yellow Luffy: The Adaptive Warrior

As the OP09 meta settles, Black/Yellow Luffy has emerged as one of the most consistent threats in competitive play. Unlike its more explosive counterparts, this deck thrives on stability, adaptability, and smart decision-making.

While it lacks the sheer power of Purple Luffy, it makes up for it with flexible matchups and calculated plays. It’s not about overwhelming the opponent in one fell swoop—it’s about outlasting and outmaneuvering them.

With continued refinement, Black/Yellow Luffy is climbing the competitive ladder fast.

Blackbeard (Teach): The Mastermind’s Choice

If you love controlling the game, dismantling your opponent’s strategy, and making them play at your pace, Blackbeard is the deck for you.

With a unique leader ability that dictates the flow of battle, Blackbeard rewards high-skill play and careful sequencing. It excels at shutting down key threats and turning the tide when the opponent overextends.

However, it struggles against Doflamingo’s relentless tempo, making it a deck that requires careful play and matchup knowledge. For those willing to put in the effort, Blackbeard remains one of the most rewarding decks in OP09.

Shanks: The Late-Game Assassin

Red Shanks is a time bomb, and when it goes off, there’s no stopping it.

While it may struggle in the early game, patient and skilled players are rewarded with one of the deadliest endgames in the format. Its synergy-driven finishers allow it to obliterate control decks and withstand aggressive openings.

Shanks isn’t for the reckless, but if you’re willing to play the long game, it’s a nightmare for opponents who think they’ve got the match in the bag.

Red/Purple Luffy: The Ultimate Wild Card

Few decks in OP09 match the versatility of Red/Purple Luffy. With a blend of aggression and adaptability, it can pivot between multiple strategies depending on the opponent.

Recent card pool expansions have unlocked new strategies, allowing this deck to challenge even the most established powerhouses. Quick decision-making and sharp tactical execution separate the good Red/Purple Luffy players from the great ones.

In a constantly shifting meta, versatility is key, and this deck delivers.

Rob Lucci: The Thinking Man’s Threat

Rob Lucci remains a high-skill player’s dream. With a playstyle that thrives on fluidly transitioning between control and aggression, Lucci rewards strategic depth and tight, calculated gameplay.

While it can struggle against hyper-aggressive decks, its ability to turn difficult positions into winning scenarios keeps it competitive. Mastery of this deck means mastery of OP09.

For those who love outsmarting rather than overpowering, Lucci is a top-tier contender.

Closing Out the Top 10

🌀 Enel – The best counter to Doflamingo but struggles against a broader range of decks, limiting its overall success.

🔥 Katakuri – Solid, consistent, but lacking the firepower to challenge the true top-tier threats.

🍀 Bonney – Still relevant, but matchups against Shanks and Lucci have been rough.

Conclusion

The OP09 competitive scene remains a dynamic battlefield, with Blue Doflamingo holding strong at the top, while challengers like Purple Luffy, Black/Yellow Luffy, and Red Shanks continue to rise. Meanwhile, decks like Rob Lucci, Blackbeard, and Red/Purple Luffy provide strong alternatives for players looking to adapt to the shifting landscape.

With innovation and strategic adjustments being the key to staying ahead, the race for the next big breakthrough is on. Whether you're refining your deck for high-level play or scouting for the next sleeper pick, keeping up with these trends will be crucial for success.

💥 Stay tuned for next week’s report as we track the latest shake-ups in OP09!

Decklists

Doflamingo:

1xOP01-060

4xEB01-023

3xOP01-077

3xOP06-047

4xOP07-040

4xOP07-045

4xOP07-046

1xOP07-047

3xOP08-047

2xST03-004

4xST03-005

4xST17-002

2xST17-003

4xST17-004

4xST17-005

1xOP04-056

2xOP06-058

1xOP07-057

Purple Luffy:

1xOP05-060

4xOP05-070

4xOP05-074

2xOP06-076

4xOP07-064

3xOP09-065

4xOP09-069

2xOP09-119

2xST10-010

3xST10-013

4xST18-001

4xST18-003

4xST18-004

4xST18-005

2xOP03-072

4xOP09-078

B/Y Luffy:

1xST13-003

4xOP02-096

4xOP04-083

4xOP06-086

1xOP06-093

2xOP07-091

2xST08-006

4xEB01-056

4xOP06-106

4xOP07-109

4xST13-007

1xST13-012

4xST13-013

4xST13-014

4xST13-015

2xST08-014

2xST13-019

Blackbeard:

1xOP09-081

4xEB01-048

4xOP09-083

4xOP09-086

3xOP09-088

4xOP09-089

4xOP09-090

2xOP09-091

4xOP09-093

4xOP09-095

4xEB01-051

4xOP03-096

3xOP09-096

3xOP09-098

3xOP09-099

Shanks:

1xOP09-001

4xOP01-006

4xOP01-013

2xOP03-013

3xOP07-015

4xOP08-118

4xOP09-004

2xOP09-005

4xOP09-009

4xOP09-011

4xOP09-013

2xOP09-014

3xOP09-015

1xOP09-118

2xST15-002

2xST15-005

3xOP01-026

2xOP04-016

R/P Luffy:

1xST10-002

4xOP01-016

4xOP07-015

3xOP09-009

4xOP09-013

4xEB01-061

4xOP05-067

2xOP05-070

4xOP07-064

4xOP09-119

2xST04-005

4xST10-013

4xST18-001

1xOP01-029

4xOP09-078

2xST04-014

Lucci:

1xOP07-079

2xEB01-043

4xEB01-046

2xOP02-096

3xOP02-106

3xOP03-081

3xOP03-086

2xOP04-083

4xOP05-091

4xOP05-093

4xOP06-086

3xOP07-080

3xOP08-084

1xST06-008

1xST06-010

1xEB01-051

4xOP02-117

1xOP03-095

1xOP03-097

4xOP07-096

Enel:

1xOP05-098

4xEB01-056

3xEB01-057

2xOP03-116

4xOP03-123

4xOP04-100

4xOP04-112

4xOP05-102

3xOP07-107

4xOP07-119

4xOP08-106

4xOP09-101

4xEB01-059

2xOP05-115

3xOP06-115

1xOP09-117

Katakuri:

1xOP03-099

2xOP03-112

4xOP03-113

4xOP03-114

4xOP04-100

3xOP05-102

2xOP05-105

3xOP06-101

3xOP06-104

2xOP07-107

2xOP07-109

4xOP08-106

3xST07-007

4xST07-010

4xST20-003

4xOP06-115

2xOP07-116

Bonney:

1xOP07-019

4xEB01-012

2xEB01-015

3xOP01-039

3xOP01-051

3xOP04-031

4xOP04-032

4xOP05-030

4xOP05-034

3xOP06-035

2xOP07-026

1xOP07-029

4xOP08-023

4xST02-007

2xST02-008

4xST16-004

3xOP05-037

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:

We'd like to give a big shoutout to SakuraKingdom for handling all the calculations for the advanced metrics. Their expertise has been invaluable! Check out their amazing content on YouTube, where they dive deep into statistical data and analysis. Be sure to support them—they're doing fantastic work in the community!


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