In anticipation of the return of the acclaimed One Piece anime, Shueisha’s latest issue of *Weekly Shonen Jump* (Issue #19) has announced upcoming releases of three exclusive special illustration cards by Carddass. These cards will feature the beloved trio of brothers from Dawn Island: Monkey D. Luffy, Portgas D. Ace, and Sabo.
Notably, the illustration of Luffy has been crafted by Yuki Tabata, the creator of the renowned series *Black Clover*, capturing the energy and style fans have come to love.
Collaborative Artwork from Renowned Manga Artists
This initiative is part of a celebration marking the anime’s return to screens, and Carddass has enlisted talented artists from *Jump* to design the captivating new artworks specifically for the card game.
As disclosed in the recent *Weekly Shonen Jump* magazine edition, the special cards will include illustrations of Luffy, Ace, and Sabo, each rendered by a prominent artist.
Yuki Tabata’s dynamic illustration of Monkey D. Luffy, alongside Shun Saeki’s drawing of Portgas D. Ace from *Food Wars*, and Posuka Demizu’s artwork of Sabo from *The Promised Neverland* showcases their unique styles and dedication to the characters.
Overview of Fans’ Enthusiastic Reactions to Luffy’s Illustration
The response to Yuki Tabata’s depiction of Luffy has been overwhelmingly positive, with many fans expressing that his rendition rivals and perhaps even surpasses the original designs by Eiichiro Oda. The enthusiasm is echoed across both the *One Piece* and *Black Clover* fanbases, indicating a significant crossover of admiration.
Due to the popularity of the card, fans are actively searching for ways to obtain it, particularly hoping for an English version to be released. This contrasts with previous limited editions, such as the Shanks card drawn by the creator of *Sakamoto Days*, which rapidly became unavailable.
“This looks better than Oda’s Luffy,”one fan voiced.
“Hope this is widely available in English, unlike the shanks from the Sakamoto Days author,”another commented.
“Tabata doing everything but drawing his manga,”added another fan.
“Horrible art, he should stick to Clover,”one naysayer remarked.
Despite some critical voices, the majority remain positively engaged. Interestingly, while some fans criticized Tabata’s efforts, others defended him by pointing out his commitment to the craft of manga creation, even as he manages multiple projects.
In conclusion, the release of these special cards has ignited excitement within both fandoms, and the buzz surrounding the anticipated illustrations serves as a testament to the enduring popularity and collaborative spirit within the anime and manga community.