The One Piece Trading Card Game experienced explosive growth in the early 2020s, with Bandai's Romance Dawn set becoming a cornerstone release for the collectible card game. Released in 2022, the Chinese printing expanded the game's reach into new markets during a pivotal moment when anime trading cards captured mainstream collector attention alongside traditional sports cards. This set established foundational gameplay mechanics and remains a touchstone for players and collectors entering the One Piece TCG ecosystem. Monkey D. Luffy, the series protagonist, appears prominently in Romance Dawn as card #3—a natural anchor for the set's opening sequence. His energetic artwork and central role in the franchise make early printings of this card enduringly popular. Collectors seek copies from this release to complete their Romance Dawn collections or commemorate their entry point into the One Piece TCG hobby.