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🔋 OP08.5 Weekly Power Rankings - November 14th 🏴☠️
🕑 Added 2024-11-14 17:00:15 +0000 UTC
Introduction
This week’s meta report highlights the OP08.5 landscape as new competitive trends emerge. Players are bringing back some classic decks, showing that old strategies still work well. At the same time, new counter-picks are appearing to challenge popular decks. The fight for the top spots is intense, with many decks competing to stand out. We’ll likely see more changes in the coming weeks as the meta keeps evolving!
OP03 Blue Nami: A Consistent Powerhouse
This week, OP03 Blue Nami stands out with a notably high win rate in the OP08.5 meta, proving herself as a strong and reliable choice. With a straightforward game plan, Nami excels against slower decks, giving players a consistent edge in those matchups. However, she faces challenges against more aggressive decks, particularly Doflamingo, which can disrupt her strategy.
Despite these challenges, Nami’s dependable performance makes her a solid pick for competitive players who can skillfully navigate her weaker matchups. As the meta evolves, she remains a stable and effective option for those seeking a reliable path to victory.
OP05 Yellow Enel: Continuing as a Standout Performer
This week, Enel has solidified its position as a staple in the OP08.5 meta, firmly establishing itself in top-tier play. With a strong win rate against Doflamingo—the format’s most popular deck—Enel has proven to be an effective counter and a reliable choice for players aiming to climb the ranks. This favorable matchup is likely a key factor in Enel's continued success, as players adapt to evolving strategies within the meta.
Enel’s versatility across various matchups, combined with its powerful plays, makes it a formidable and consistent option.
OP07 Rob Lucci: A Reliable Meta Powerhouse
Rob Lucci’s deck continues to excel in the OP08.5 meta, standing out as one of the most reliable choices. Its adaptability and strength against a wide range of strategies make it popular with players who value both power and flexibility. Even in difficult matchups, Lucci’s deck often prevails through clever card interactions and rewards players with a higher skill level.
As the OP08.5 meta shifts, Lucci’s deck remains a dominant force, consistently performing at the top. Its dependable game plan and ability to withstand evolving meta trends have solidified it as a staple in competitive play.
OP07 Green Bonney: A Steady Contender with Impressive Stats
This week, Green Bonney continues to stand out as a reliable force in the OP08.5 meta, posting impressive win rates and staying highly relevant. Bonney’s well-rounded mix of solid defense and efficient offense provides players with the tools to handle a broad range of matchups—a key advantage as the meta evolves. Its matchups are generally favorable against most top decks, with Lucci being the only consistent challenge. Bonney’s steady performance and resilience keep it a strong choice for players seeking dependable results.
OP01 Blue Doflamingo: A Meta Staple
This week, OP01 Blue Doflamingo holds its place as one of the most-played and reliable decks in the OP08.5 meta. Known for strong matchups against top decks and its resilience in tougher pairings, Doflamingo has become a preferred choice for players looking for both power and consistency.
As Doflamingo’s popularity rises, more decks are emerging specifically to counter it, reflecting a growing shift in the meta. Many players are adapting their builds to thrive in a Doflamingo-dominated environment. Despite this increased counterplay, Doflamingo remains effective, with ongoing tweaks keeping it dynamic. Doflamingo is set to stay a top contender as the OP08.5 meta evolves.
OP03 Katakuri: A Potential Force
OP03 Katakuri has finally climbed above a 50% win rate. With a consistent, straightforward strategy, it stands as a solid option in the current meta. While Katakuri still faces tough matchups against Doflamingo and B/Y Luffy, it performs reliably against most other decks, providing players with a stable choice for competitive success. Recent additions, like the new Brulee 2K, have strengthened the deck, though it’s unlikely we’ll see Katakuri break into the top 3.
ST-13 Black/Yellow Luffy: A Solid Performer
This week in the OP08.5 meta, Black/Yellow Luffy continues to prove its strength, solidifying its position as a top choice for competitive players aiming to excel. Its success is largely driven by the powerful 8-cost Gecko Moria, which plays a crucial role in maintaining the deck’s resilience and relevance against many of the meta’s top decks. We anticipate that Black/Yellow Luffy will remain a competitive force throughout the rest of OP08.5.
OP02 Black Smoker: Not a Fluke—It’s Good
This week, Black Smoker has maintained a strong win rate, with a notable increase in play rate compared to last week. This consistency confirms that Smoker's recent success was no fluke—it has proven itself as a deck capable of competing firmly within the top 10. Core staples like Rebecca, Gecko Moria, and Sabo continue to support Smoker’s control-oriented strategy, while the recent addition of Tashigi from the starter deck has added flexibility and power, enabling stronger answers to opposing threats. As the meta continues to evolve, Smoker is poised to remain a solid contender.
OP05 Purple Luffy: A Strong Contender with Room for Improvement
OP05 Purple Luffy maintains a solid play rate but just missed the 50% win rate mark this week. While powerful, the deck struggles against popular picks like Doflamingo, Lucci, and Bonney, and shows less effectiveness when going second, making it slightly inconsistent. Despite these challenges, Purple Luffy remains a formidable force that players must be prepared to face. We anticipate that this deck's performance could improve with adjustments in the next set, but for now, it’s a strong choice with notable potential.
Honorable Mentions
This week, ST14 Black Luffy continues to perform well with an impressive win rate; however, its low play rate has kept it off the main list. Additionally, while Vegapunk's win rate isn’t particularly high, it recently achieved first place at the Carta Magica Treasure Cup, suggesting that the deck may have untapped potential in competitive play.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this week’s OP08.5 meta report reflects a dynamic landscape with a mix of reliable staples and emerging counter-picks, each shaping competitive play in unique ways. While classic decks like Nami, Doflamingo, Rob Lucci, and Bonney continue to hold their ground, newer builds such as Black Smoker and Black/Yellow Luffy are proving to be serious contenders. Katakuri and Purple Luffy demonstrate promise with steady performance, even as they navigate specific challenges. With adaptable strategies and innovative builds driving these decks forward, the meta remains open to shifts and adjustments, making each week an exciting opportunity for new strategies to emerge and refine. As players explore these options, we can expect the OP08.5 meta to keep evolving, with each deck vying for a place in the competitive spotlight.
Stay tuned for further updates as we monitor the developments in the competitive scene!
Decklists:
Nami
1xOP03-040
4xOP03-044
3xOP04-041
1xOP04-050
3xOP07-041
3xOP07-050
4xOP07-054
4xOP01-088
4xOP02-066
4xOP03-054
4xOP03-055
4xOP03-056
4xOP06-059
4xOP07-055
4xST03-017
Enel
1xOP05-098
4xEB01-056
2xEB01-057
2xOP03-116
4xOP03-123
4xOP04-100
4xOP04-112
3xOP05-100
4xOP05-102
3xOP06-101
3xOP07-107
2xOP07-109
4xOP07-119
3xOP08-106
4xEB01-059
4xOP06-115
Lucci
1xOP07-079
2xEB01-043
4xEB01-046
2xOP02-106
2xOP03-080
4xOP03-081
3xOP03-086
2xOP04-083
4xOP05-091
4xOP05-093
4xOP06-086
2xOP07-080
4xOP08-084
1xOP08-091
2xST06-010
4xOP02-117
2xOP03-095
4xOP07-096
Bonney
1xOP07-019
4xEB01-012
4xEB01-015
1xOP01-039
3xOP01-051
1xOP04-021
4xOP04-031
4xOP04-032
4xOP05-030
4xOP05-034
1xOP05-036
4xOP06-035
1xOP07-026
3xOP07-029
4xOP08-023
4xST02-007
2xST16-004
2xOP05-037
Doflamingo
1xOP01-060
4xEB01-023
4xOP01-077
1xOP05-118
3xOP06-047
4xOP07-040
4xOP07-045
4xOP07-046
2xOP07-047
3xOP08-047
3xST03-004
3xST03-005
4xST17-002
3xST17-003
4xST17-004
3xST17-005
1xOP07-057
Katakuri
1xOP03-099
4xOP03-112
4xOP03-113
4xOP03-114
4xOP04-100
4xOP05-102
4xOP06-101
4xOP06-104
2xOP07-109
4xOP08-106
4xST07-010
4xST20-003
3xOP03-121
4xOP06-115
1xOP07-116
B/Y Luffy
1xST13-003
4xOP02-096
1xOP02-121
4xOP04-083
4xOP06-086
4xEB01-056
4xOP06-106
4xOP07-109
4xST13-007
1xST13-008
2xST13-012
4xST13-013
4xST13-014
4xST13-015
2xOP02-117
1xOP07-116
3xST13-019
Smoker
1xOP02-093
4xEB01-046
3xOP02-096
2xOP02-098
1xOP02-099
4xOP02-106
2xOP02-114
2xOP03-078
4xOP03-089
2xOP04-083
4xOP05-091
4xOP06-086
4xST06-006
2xST06-008
4xST19-002
4xST19-003
4xOP02-117
Purple Luffy
1xOP05-060
3xEB01-061
4xOP02-085
4xOP05-070
3xOP05-074
1xOP05-119
4xOP07-064
3xOP08-069
2xST04-003
4xST10-010
4xST18-001
3xST18-002
4xST18-003
4xST18-004
4xST18-005
3xOP03-072
