ONE PIECE Starter Deck ST-37/ST-38 Hong Kong Pre-order Guide: Release Date, Contents, and How to Choose?

Data Status - Updated August 7, 2026｜As of today, the official BANDAI ST-37/ST-38 product pages are not yet live. The following items specify their evidence sources: Order deadline, arrival date, JAN, and contents are from supplier emails and MOONROAD product pages (first-hand); all other information is from publicly available data from overseas retail channels (third-party).

⏰ Pre-order Deadline: August 10, 2026. After the deadline, you'll have to wait for the next allocation. If you want to get one, please place your order early.

TLDR

ST-37 and ST-38 are a pair of starter decks for the "ONE PIECE CARD GAME" released simultaneously: They share the same theme, each contains a new Leader card, and all included characters are new cards with new effects—they are clearly designed for direct head-to-head play.

• ST-37 — Simple and intuitive. Clear mechanics, best suited for those new to ONE PIECE CARD GAME.
• ST-38 — Deep strategy. Focuses on game pace and hand synergy, suitable for experienced players looking to try new combos.

Both models are the same price on MOONROAD: HK$88.11. Pre-orders are accepted until the deadline: ST-37 Pre-order Page｜ST-38 Pre-order Page.

Quick Facts

Table of Contents

• What is the status of data confirmation?
• ST-37: Beginner-friendly Starter Deck
• ST-38: Strategy-oriented Starter Deck
• Which one is right for you? Three scenarios
• Pre-order Checklist
• Unconfirmed information in this article
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Sources

What is the status of data confirmation?

The most common issue with pre-order information is treating "listed by retail channels" as "officially announced". Here's a breakdown:

The current main image on the product page is a placeholder card for pre-order, marked "placeholder image, not final product"; it will be replaced once official actual product photos are released.

ST-37: Beginner-friendly Starter Deck

The design goal of ST-37 is very clear—to reduce the initial learning curve. Card effects are relatively intuitive, and you won't need to calculate three or four-step chains right away. New players can focus on understanding the three core concepts:

1. DON!! energy allocation — When to attach it to characters for attack boosts, and when to save it for activating effects.
2. Board control — How character cards trade with each other, when to block, and when to take damage.
3. Leader life points — Why life cards turn into hand cards, and how this mechanic affects attack and defense rhythm.

Ready to play out of the box: 51 constructed deck cards, 10 DON!! cards, and 1 Play Mat are included, no need to buy an extra mat. JAN 4582770067200, product code HCD-06720.

→ View ST-37 Pre-order Page (HK$88.11, Order Deadline Aug 10)

ST-38: Strategy-oriented Starter Deck

ST-38 uses the same theme but takes a completely opposite design approach: multi-step planning and hand resource synergy. Its value isn't in "opening a box and winning immediately", but in giving you a set of new effect cards to try new combination ideas.

For players who already have decks, ST-38 typically serves two purposes: either as a parts library for new combos, or as the "stronger side" in a tutorial game, allowing you to adjust the difficulty when playing against a beginner with ST-37. JAN 4582770067217, product code HCD-06721.

→ View ST-38 Pre-order Page (HK$88.11, Order Deadline Aug 10)

Which one is right for you? Three scenarios

Scenario 1: You're starting alone

Choose ST-37. The learning curve is the flattest, and you won't give up after the first game due to overly complex mechanics.

Scenario 2: Two people playing together

One box of each. The two decks are designed for head-to-head play, so you can open them and play immediately without buying anything else, for a total of HK$176.22.

Scenario 3: You're already an experienced player

Choose ST-38. ST-37 will be too simple for you; the new effect cards in ST-38 are the truly valuable part to explore. Collectors who want to collect both new Leaders and all new cards will need both models.

Pre-order Checklist

• Order Deadline — August 10, 2026. After this date, you'll have to wait for the next allocation, which is not guaranteed.
• Language Version — These two items from MOONROAD are the Japanese version. The English version is a different regional product with different release dates and pricing.
• Unit — The sales specification is "1 Starter Deck set", not a whole box.
• Cross-reference with JAN — ST-37 is 4582770067200, ST-38 is 4582770067217. Using these numbers is the most reliable way to compare prices.
• Release Date ≠ Shipping Date — Estimated arrival is 2026-12-19. Actual shipping will be subject to store notification and may be delayed.
• Payment Deadline — Payment must be completed and receipt uploaded within 24 hours of order confirmation.
• Supply Risk — Subject to upstream allocation. If supply is insufficient, the deposit will be refunded.
• Collection — You can choose in-store pickup in Hong Kong or local delivery. Pre-orders and in-stock items purchased in the same order will generally be arranged for shipment together once the pre-order arrives.

Unconfirmed information in this article

The following items will not be filled in by this article until officially released:

• BANDAI official ST-37/ST-38 product pages (not yet live)
• Characters, colors, and effect text of the two new Leaders
• Deck theme (not specified in supplier data)
• Number of cards in the Bonus Pack (not specified in supplier data)
• Complete card list and pull rates
• Official Japanese suggested retail price (JPY)

If you see any listings or articles that "fill in" these fields without official card images, please treat them as seller's copy that requires independent verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between ST-37 and ST-38?

Both models share the same theme, each comes with a new Leader, and all included characters are new cards with new effects. The difference lies in their positioning: ST-37 has simple and intuitive mechanics, making it the most suitable for learning the game; ST-38 takes a deep strategic approach, focusing on game pace and hand synergy, suitable for experienced players. Both are designed for head-to-head play.

When are the order deadlines and arrival dates for ST-37/ST-38?

The MOONROAD pre-order deadline is August 10, 2026, and the estimated release/arrival is December 19, 2026 (from supplier email). Some overseas retail channels list December 18, a one-day difference is normal regional variation. Please note that the manufacturer's release date and seller's shipping date are two different things—MOONROAD will arrange shipment after arrival, and delays may occur.

Can I start playing immediately after buying one starter deck?

Yes. Each set includes 51 constructed deck cards, 10 DON!! cards, and 1 Play Mat, allowing you to play right out of the box without needing to buy extra card sleeves or playmats. A Bonus Pack is also included; supplier data does not specify the number of cards in the pack, so this article will not speculate.

Do I need to buy both ST-37 and ST-38?

It depends on how you play. If you're starting alone, ST-37 is enough; if two people are playing together, get one of each for immediate head-to-head play, totaling HK$176.22; collectors who want to collect both new Leaders and all new cards will need to get both.

Where can I pre-order ST-37 and ST-38 in Hong Kong?

MOONROAD CARD STORE's online shop is currently accepting pre-orders for both models, priced at HK$88.11 each, with an order deadline of August 10, 2026. You can also inquire at our physical store. Payment must be completed within 24 hours of order confirmation. Supply quantities are subject to official allocation and will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sources

• MOONROAD CARD STORE product pages and supplier emails (first-hand) — Order deadline Aug 10, 2026, estimated arrival Dec 19, 2026, JAN 4582770067200/4582770067217, product codes HCD-06720/HCD-06721, contents, sales specifications, pre-order price.
• ONE PIECE CARD GAME official website — As of August 7, 2026, the product page does not include ST-37/ST-38. This article therefore concludes that official data is not yet live.
• Public pre-order information from overseas retail channels (third-party) — Differences in positioning for both models (ST-37 beginner-friendly, ST-38 strategy-oriented), release date Dec 18. Official information will supersede this once the official page is live.

Update Log

• August 7, 2026 — First published. Official product page not yet live; the entire article indicates evidence levels, with unreleased items left blank.

Next update triggers: Official BANDAI product page goes live, official release of Leader card images or full card list, supplier updates order deadline or arrival date. Search popularity itself does not constitute an update trigger.

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