Jinbe - OP14-049

Strategic Overview

Jinbe (OP14-049) is the undisputed apex predator of the Blue Fish-Man archetype. This Super Rare character is a triple-threat: he possesses a massive 10,000 power body, acts as a high-tier removal tool, and functions as a resource engine. His [On Play] effect allows you to draw 2 cards and bounce a 7-cost character, which is enough to remove almost any mid-to-high tier threat or blocker in the game. This creates a massive tempo swing that often ends games on the spot.

His most dangerous attribute is his conditional [Rush]. Because he gains Rush whenever a card is trashed from your hand by an effect—a core mechanic of the Jinbe Leader and many Sun Pirates cards—he can strike for 10,000 power the turn he hits the board. He is the "hammer" that finishes what your smaller Fish-Men started, combining card advantage with raw, unstoppable aggression.

Key Strategic Synergies

• Jinbe (OP14-040 Leader): The Leader's ability to trash a card to buff units perfectly triggers this character's Rush ability, making for a lethal Turn 5 or 6.
• Aladine (OP14-043): Helps maintain the board wide enough so that when Jinbe drops, the opponent has no remaining blockers to stop his 10k swing.
• Chew (OP14-050): Provides the early-game cycling to ensure you find your 8-cost Jinbe consistently by the late game.