The Top 10 Most Expensive Dragon Ball Fusion World Manga Cards
- SLAB-Z
- Feb 19
- 5 min read
Updated: Mar 4
Dragon Ball Fusion World’s manga cards have become a hot commodity for collectors and investors alike. As the secondary market matures, a clear tier of ultra-valuable singles has emerged. This tier is driven by scarcity, iconic artwork, competitive playability, and collector demand.
How We Selected the Top 10 Most Expensive Dragon Ball Manga Cards
This guide examines the top 10 most expensive Fusion World manga cards from Manga Booster 1 & 2 sets. We focus on what market data reveals (eBay, Price Charting) about why these specific cards command premium prices.
Prices below are averages for English raw cards only (non-graded) for all latest sales as of writing. Keep in mind prices rise drastically for pristine or black-label graded cards.
Manga Booster 2 | Son Gohan: Childhood, Secret Rare Alternate Art (SCR) - FB01-140
Average Price: $1,500
The Secret Rare Alternate Art card Son Gohan: Childhood depicts a powerful, iconic moment of a father-son Kamehameha. This treasured illustration is an original artwork from Akira Toriyama made in 1993 shown in the Dragon Ball Daizenshuu 1 artwork book. The card that was at $400 in January just sold raw for $1,500. Graded copies in PSA10 are above $2,200 at the moment, with very few available.
Manga Booster 2 | Piccolo - Secret Rare, Ultra Alternate Art (SR) - SB02-043
Average Price: $1,150
Don't be confused by Bandai's sample artwork above. The Ultra Rare version of this card has a silver, not gold, reflect. Ultra parallels feature two stars beside the "SR" rarity mark in the bottom-right corner. The 2025 Dragon Ball Super: Fusion World SB02-043 Piccolo captures Piccolo’s evolution from demon-king spawn to noble protector in Akira Toriyama’s dynamic manga style.
Aggregated community opening samples and marketplace frequency signals show Fusion World ultra parallel manga arts as sub-1% pulls (ranging from 0.2% to 0.6% pull rate). For budget-conscious buyers, you can find the Secret Rare version (SR has one star) for about $70 raw.
Manga Booster 1 | Son Goku, Secret Rare ULTRA Alternate Art (SCR) - FB05-119
Average Price: $980
The hardest pull from the first manga booster set, this ultra-rare is identifiable by the gold-lined "DRAGONBALL" on a silver background and a matching gold frame. As the first-ever manga ultra alternate art, pristine graded copies command premium prices well above other cards in the set. The most recent PSA 10 sale fetched $5,100, a substantial jump over raw values.
Manga Booster 1 | Son Goku - Super Alternate Art (R) - SB01-023
Average Price: $800
SB01-023 combines first-set prestige, striking alternate art, and true rarity. This card can elevate a set and turn casual interest into serious chase behavior. If you value eye-popping art and rarity, SB01-023 Super Alternate Art (R) is one to collect.
What makes it so special? The artwork, which did not appear in the manga, was found many years later on an official DB website showcasing Akira's archives. The featured image is from Jan. 10, 1990, identified as a front-cover illustration draft for Akira Toriyama’s The World—a full-color 1990 art book compiling Toriyama’s color illustrations, primarily centered on Dragon Ball.
Manga Booster 1 | Son Goku, Secret Rare Alternate Art (SCR) - FB05-119
Average Price: $430
A premier chase for serious collectors, FB05-119 combines ultra-limited scarcity with standout artwork. This is a Secret Rare alternate rendering of Son Goku set against the iconic backdrop of Planet Namek. Its rarity and evocative imagery make it a high-priority pick for both display collectors and players seeking a visually striking, historically resonant card.
Manga Booster 1 | Chi Chi, Regular Alternate Art (R) - SB01-019
Average Price: $200
This illustration of Goku and Chi-Chi on a motorcycle, drawn by Akira Toriyama in 1988, later served as the cover for Viz Media’s English release of Dragon Ball Z Vol. 6 (2003). Fans treasure it for showing the characters in a rare, non-fighting moment—expanding the series’ world—and for its signature Toriyama touches: detailed mechanical design and a nostalgic late-80s/early-90s adventurous vibe.
Manga Booster 2 | Trunks: Future, Regular Alternate Art (R) - SB02-010
Average Price: $175
A standout from Manga Booster 2, SB02-010 features Future Trunks in a striking alternate rendering. It has sharper lines, a muted palette, and a moodier, battle-scarred feel that captures his hardened, time-warrior persona. This alternate art appeals to collectors who value narrative depth and atmosphere over flashy foil—an essential pull for any serious Trunks fan.
Manga Booster 1 | Son Goku: Childhood, Regular Alternate Art - SB01-053
Average Price: $170
This card captures young Goku in a nostalgic, striking alternate rendering. It features softer lines, a playful expression, and colors that echo the early manga panels. It’s special because it combines emotional resonance (the origin story fans love) with an alternate-art treatment that stands out in a sea of modern variants. The Japanese dialogs kept on this artwork add more to the manga feels. For collectors, it’s a perfect display piece: familiar, iconic, and packed with childhood charm that never goes out of style.
Manga Booster 2 | Gotenks, Super Rare Alternate Art (SR) - SB02-022
Average Price: $150
The "Heavy Hitters" of the Buu Saga: Super Saiyan 3 Goku, Ultimate Gohan, and Super Saiyan 3 Gotenks. Fans highly value this piece because it brings together the three primary heroes who stood against Majin Buu at the end of Dragon Ball Z. This illustration originated as a special poster illustration created for the Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine in the mid-1990s to celebrate the peak of the Majin Buu story arc.
Manga Booster 1 | Majin Buu: Evil, Uncommon Alternate Art (UC) - SB01-036
Average Price: $110
The final boss of Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Z saga, Majin Buu—shown here in three distinct forms—became the ultimate villain of the series’ closing chapter. This figure evokes deep nostalgia for true fans and collectors. While classified as an Uncommon in print runs, its striking visual presence makes it a favorite for display-minded collectors who want high-impact art without the ultra-rare price tag.
Conclusion
In short, the Fusion World manga boosters deliver a powerful mix of nostalgia and modern chase appeal. From inaugural SB01 marquee alternates to secret-rare Namek scenes and the ultra-scarce ultra-alts that can redefine a set, these cards aren’t just art. They’re first-set pedigree, rarity, and storytelling rolled into one.
Final recommendations: Aim for raw pristine copies when your budget allows. Grade yourself if you can to save on your budget. Balance a few high-impact chase pieces (ultra/secret alts) with affordable alternate commons for display. Track any auction activity before you buy. Collect what moves you—but for investing, first-set scarcity and standout artwork are your best bets.
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