Kokoro

Released in early 2023 as part of the Pillars of Strength expansion for the One Piece Card Game, the Kokoro card represents the beloved character from the Water 7 arc. This set was designed to broaden the strategic depth of the game, focusing heavily on characters associated with the Galley-La Company and the Straw Hat Pirates' time in the city of water. The card's inclusion serves as a tribute to the legendary mermaid who played a pivotal role in the series' narrative transition between the Enies Lobby and Water 7 sagas.

The artwork for this character card reflects the high-quality, illustrative aesthetic standard maintained by Bandai for the One Piece TCG. It captures Kokoro’s distinctive look, balancing her established persona with the game's functional design requirements for common and uncommon rarity tiers. Upon release, the set was well-received by players for its ability to introduce meaningful utility cards, and the Kokoro card specifically became a notable staple for players building decks centered around Water 7 mechanics.