Kuro

Kuro, designated as OP04-023, was released as part of the Kingdoms of Intrigue expansion set for the One Piece Card Game in 2023. The card depicts the primary antagonist of the Syrup Village arc, a cunning pirate captain known for his strategic manipulation and his signature habit of adjusting his glasses with his palm to avoid cutting his own hands. The set was designed to explore the political machinations and diverse character backstories found within the East Blue and Alabasta sagas, grounding the game's mechanics in the specific narrative arcs of the source material.

The card's design emphasizes Kuro's 'Cat Burglar' persona, utilizing the art style consistent with the game's broader aesthetic, which blends dynamic manga-inspired action poses with clear, competitive gameplay utility. It was crafted by the game's design team at Bandai to reflect his reputation as a tactical schemer, with abilities that mirror his infamous speed and precision. Upon its release, the card was received as a solid mid-tier inclusion for decks focusing on the Black color alignment, valued by players for its thematic accuracy and efficiency within the game's established mechanical ecosystem.