JoJo Ichiban Kuji The Gathering of RIVALS: Every Villain MASTERLISE Ranked

Ichiban Kuji "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure The Gathering of RIVALS" launches in Japan on November 21, 2026, at 850 yen per draw. It is the villain counterpart to this year's protagonist set, "The Gathering of STARS," and it turns seven of the series' most infamous antagonists into MASTERLISE figures. This guide lists every prize, ranks them for collectors, and explains how fans outside Japan can actually secure one.

The headline is an A-Prize Dio Brando in the higher MASTERLISE PLUS tier, while the Last One Prize is Diego Brando from Steel Ball Run. Those two are the hardest pieces to land. Below you will find a quick-reference table, a ranked breakdown, a buying section for overseas collectors, and answers to the questions buyers are asking. Every fact here is drawn from the reveal coverage and retail listings available at the time of writing.

JoJo Ichiban Kuji Gathering of RIVALS: What It Is and Every Prize

Ichiban Kuji "The Gathering of RIVALS" is a Bandai Spirits prize lottery in which every ticket wins a physical prize, with the top prizes being premium MASTERLISE villain figures. It draws its cast from Parts 1 through 7 of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, mirroring the protagonist-only "Gathering of STARS" released earlier in 2026.

Each draw costs 850 yen (tax included). The set goes on sale in Japan on November 21, 2026. There are no blanks: the worst outcome is still a lower-tier prize such as a styled item or smaller figure.

Here is the full lineup at a glance.

New to the format? Our explainer on what Ichiban Kuji is and how the no-blank lottery works covers the basics before you commit.

Every Prize in The Gathering of RIVALS, Ranked

Most reveal posts just list the prizes; retailer guides usually refuse to rank them. We will. This ranking weighs three things: how iconic the character is, how hard the figure is to secure, and how well it displays alongside the "Gathering of STARS" hero it opposes. It is one collector's read, not a statement of fact.

1. Prize A: Dio Brando (MASTERLISE PLUS)

Dio is the whole reason this set exists, and he is the only figure bumped up to the MASTERLISE PLUS tier. The A-Prize Dio Brando stands roughly 18 cm and is produced under Bandai's Ichibansho line. As the single highest-tier prize with the lowest ticket allocation, he is the top chase.

2. Last One Prize: Diego Brando

The Last One Prize goes to the final person who draws from a set, so timing and luck both matter. Diego, the Part 7 mirror of Dio, is the piece most likely to sell for a premium on the aftermarket. If you want him, read our guide on how the Last One Prize actually works first.

3. Prize C: DIO (Stardust Crusaders)

DIO from Part 3 is the most recognizable villain in the whole franchise thanks to the Stardust Crusaders anime. He is a mid-lottery prize, so he is easier to pull than the A-Prize, which makes him the best value chase for most collectors.

4. Prize E: Diavolo (Golden Wind)

Golden Wind's boss remains a fan favorite, and Diavolo figures are less common than DIO's. He pairs naturally with a Giorno Giovanna figure from the protagonist set.

5. Prize B: Kars (Battle Tendency)

Kars is a striking sculpt subject and closes out Part 2's arc as the Ultimate Life Form. He tends to be an underrated pick until collectors see him in hand.

6. Prize D: Yoshikage Kira (Kosaku Kawajiri)

Part 4's quiet killer is beloved by the Diamond Is Unbreakable crowd. His appeal is more niche than Dio or DIO, but he anchors any Part 4-focused shelf.

7. Prize F: Enrico Pucci (Stone Ocean)

Pucci rounds out the villains as the Part 6 antagonist. He is essential for a complete set, though he is the least in-demand as a standalone piece.

Ranking aside, all seven are MASTERLISE, Bandai's premium prize tier. If you are weighing whether that tier is worth chasing over a scale figure, our breakdown of MASTERLISE versus standard prize figures lays out the differences.

How It Compares to The Gathering of STARS

"The Gathering of RIVALS" is deliberately built as the dark mirror of "The Gathering of STARS," which released earlier in 2026 and gave the six main JoJos the MASTERLISE treatment. That protagonist set is now sold out at several overseas retailers, which tells you how quickly these paired kuji move.

If you collected the STARS figures, the appeal here is obvious: pose each villain against the hero they fought. Dio versus Jonathan, DIO versus Jotaro, Diavolo versus Giorno, and Diego opposite the STARS Last One pairing of Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli. Missing the STARS set does not stop you enjoying RIVALS, but it is the reason many collectors will chase both.

How to Buy The Gathering of RIVALS From Overseas

The kuji is sold in Japan, so overseas collectors have to plan ahead. Akibato ships from Japan worldwide, which is the whole point of buying through a Japan-based store rather than importing piecemeal.

In-store draws vs. Ichiban Kuji Online

Physical draws happen at Japanese hobby shops and convenience stores from the November 21 launch. Ichiban Kuji Online sells allocated tickets digitally, but stock sells out fast and is often limited by shipping address. Our walkthrough on how to buy Ichiban Kuji Online from overseas covers proxies, forwarding, and timing.

What overseas collectors should budget

Keep these points in mind before you commit:

• Per-draw cost: 850 yen in Japan; overseas listings for single tickets have appeared around 14 US dollars.
• Full-set route: some retailers pre-sell the complete set, listed near 700 US dollars, which skips the lottery entirely.
• Arrival timing: overseas distributors estimate stock landing between December 2026 and early 2027, later than the Japan launch.
• Aftermarket risk: the A-Prize Dio and the Diego Last One will be the pieces most likely to carry a markup.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does JoJo Ichiban Kuji The Gathering of RIVALS release?

It goes on sale in Japan on November 21, 2026. Overseas stock through import retailers is estimated to arrive later, around December 2026 into early 2027.

How much is one draw?

Each draw is 850 yen including tax in Japan. Single tickets on overseas storefronts have listed near 14 US dollars.

Which prize is the hardest to get?

The A-Prize Dio Brando and the Last One Prize Diego Brando. Dio is the only MASTERLISE PLUS figure and has the smallest allocation, and the Last One goes only to the final drawer in a set.

Is the Dio Brando figure MASTERLISE PLUS?

Yes. The A-Prize Dio Brando is listed in the MASTERLISE PLUS tier, a step above the standard MASTERLISE prizes B through F and the Last One. Our guide to what MASTERLISE means explains the tier.

The Bottom Line for Collectors

• Seven villain MASTERLISE figures span Parts 1 through 7, launching November 21, 2026 at 850 yen per draw.
• Prize A is a MASTERLISE PLUS Dio Brando; the Last One Prize is Diego Brando.
• The DIO Part 3 figure (Prize C) is the best value chase for most collectors.
• It is the villain counterpart to the sold-out "Gathering of STARS" protagonist set.
• Overseas fans should plan for a December 2026 or later arrival and budget for aftermarket markups on the top prizes.

The tickets and figures shown here are Japan-first and, at the time of writing, pre-release, so you cannot buy the kuji itself yet. While you wait, Akibato already ships in-stock JoJo's Bizarre Adventure collectibles worldwide, and you can browse everything in the full store. Fans building a Part 7 shelf may also enjoy our look at JoJo's Steel Ball Run on Netflix, home of Diego and the Zeppeli line.