# Card Notes: Helmeppo The One Piece Trading Card Game continues to expand its global reach with premium Japanese releases like A Fist of Divine Speed. This 2025 set reflects the franchise's enduring popularity and the TCG hobby's evolution toward increasingly sophisticated character selection and artwork. Japanese sets in particular have become crucial touchstones for collectors seeking early access to competitive cards and exclusive illustrations before widespread Western distribution. Helmeppo appears here as a Super Rare, capturing a character whose journey from antagonist to ally resonates with fans of the series. Collectors appreciate cards featuring East Blue saga characters for their nostalgic connection to One Piece's origins, and the Super Rare treatment elevates this card as a display piece worthy of attention.