Yosaku

Strategic Overview

Yosaku (OP14-035) is a low-cost surgical disruption tool designed for East Blue and tempo-based Green decks. His value is found in his ability to "Freeze" an opponent's character. When Yosaku becomes rested (via attacking or a card effect), he prevents a 4-cost or less character from untapping during the opponent's next Refresh Phase. This is a powerful way to neutralize blockers or stall early attackers for an incredibly low investment.

As a 2-cost character, Yosaku is an excellent "filler" unit that provides repeatable utility. He is particularly effective in the early-to-mid game transition, where locking down a searcher like Bonney or a blocker like Law can disrupt the opponent's entire engine. He essentially forces the opponent to play a turn behind, giving you the tempo advantage needed to establish your larger threats.

Key Strategic Synergies

• Shanks (OP14-027): Both cards share the "Freeze" mechanic, allowing for a total board lockdown when played in tandem.
• Zeff (OP03-047): As an East Blue character, Yosaku is searchable and fits the tribal synergy that relies on board control to land mill effects.
• Dracule Mihawk (OP14-020): Mihawk can rest Yosaku to activate his DON!! reset, triggering Yosaku's lock effect without risking him in battle.