Quick answer

Start with the Straw Hat you care about most, then decide whether you want an in-stock figure or can wait for a pre-order. If you want a dramatic centerpiece, choose Roronoa Zoro (The King of Hell). If you want to lock in a lower upfront cost, reserve Usopp (Romance Dawn Ver.) with a $5 deposit. Buy what you will actually display, and treat deposits as part of the total cost.

Start with the Straw Hat, not the release calendar

The most common mistake in building a One Piece figure collection is buying whatever is available instead of the character you actually want on the shelf. S.H.Figuarts releases arrive in waves, and pre-orders can sell through before you decide. Pick one or two priority characters first, then work backward to the release that fits. If your priority is Zoro, the King of Hell version is the more dramatic display piece. If your priority is the early crew, the Romance Dawn Usopp is the better thematic fit.

In-stock versus pre-order: what changes for your budget

In-stock figures require full payment now. Pre-orders split the cost: you pay a non-refundable deposit to reserve the item, then pay the remaining balance when the figure arrives. That lower upfront cost is real, but the deposit is not extra money—it applies to the total. Before you reserve, confirm the estimated arrival window and make sure you are comfortable waiting. If you need the figure for a display or gift in the next few months, an in-stock option is the safer choice.

How to judge whether a figure is worth the shelf space

S.H.Figuarts One Piece figures are articulated action figures, so poseability and included parts matter more than sheer size. Look at what each release includes: interchangeable hands, effect parts, and alternate expressions determine how many display options you get. A figure with limited accessories can still be worth it if the character is a must-have for you, but it will not carry a shelf on its own. If you are building a crew display, prioritize figures that can stand in dynamic poses without hiding the characters behind them.

Planning a crew display without overbuying

A Straw Hat crew display works best when figures share a consistent scale and visual style. S.H.Figuarts One Piece releases are designed to sit together, but release timing means you may not be able to complete the crew in one order. Decide whether you are collecting the full crew or only your favorite members. Full-crew collectors should accept that some figures will arrive months apart. Favorite-member collectors can skip lower-priority characters and put that budget toward a standout piece like Zoro. Either way, leave room for effect parts and dynamic poses rather than lining figures up shoulder-to-shoulder.

Decision rules for buying One Piece S.H.Figuarts

  • Rule 1: Character first: If the character is not one of your top three Straw Hats, skip it unless the figure includes effect parts you specifically want for a display. Buying a lower-priority figure now often blocks the budget for a must-have release later.
  • Rule 2: Pre-order only if the wait is acceptable: Check the estimated arrival before paying a deposit. For Usopp (Romance Dawn Ver.), that is April 2027. If you need a figure sooner, choose an in-stock release. A $5 deposit is low risk, but it is non-refundable and applies to the total cost.
  • Rule 3: Pay for poseability, not just the name: Compare included hands, expressions, and effect parts. Zoro (The King of Hell) includes Armament Haki arm parts and effect parts, which expand posing options. If two figures cost similarly, the one with more usable parts gives you more display value.

Two One Piece figures worth comparing

  • PRE-ORDER - One Piece S.H.Figuarts Usopp (Romance Dawn Ver.) Action Figure: Pre-order with an estimated arrival in April 2027; reserve with a $5 non-refundable deposit that applies to the total cost. The total cost is $74.99, and the remaining balance is $69.99. This is the lowest upfront commitment in the lineup, but you wait until 2027 and the deposit is non-refundable if you change your mind.
  • One Piece S.H.Figuarts Roronoa Zoro (The King of Hell) Exclusive Action Figure: Roronoa Zoro (The King of Hell) is an exclusive figure with interchangeable arm parts designed around Armament Haki and effect parts that wrap around the figure. The included effect and arm parts give you more dramatic posing options, which makes it a stronger centerpiece for a One Piece display.

Who should buy which

Best for

  • Collectors who already know their favorite Straw Hat and want that specific figure
  • Display builders who want a dramatic centerpiece with effect parts, such as Roronoa Zoro (The King of Hell)
  • Budget-conscious collectors who can wait for a 2027 arrival and prefer a $5 deposit over full payment now

Not for

  • Shoppers who need a figure in hand within the next few months
  • Collectors who want to complete the entire Straw Hat crew in a single order
  • Buyers who are not comfortable with non-refundable deposits or waiting for an invoice to pay the remaining balance