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Zapdos
Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos 157/215 • promo
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
- Number
- 157/215
- Rarity
- Promo
- Released
- 2023
- Energy type
- Electric energy
- Market price
- $1.94
What it does
This attack does 10 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon.
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Where it came from
The Zapdos card numbered 157/215 was released in 2023 as part of the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos series. It was specifically included in the Scarlet & Violet—151 Ultra-Premium Collection, a box set designed to celebrate the original 151 Pokémon from the Kanto region. The release capitalized on nostalgia for the franchise's origins while introducing the modern Scarlet & Violet card mechanics, such as the metallic-style foil borders and updated stat blocks characteristic of the ninth generation of the game.
The artwork for this card was provided by artist kawayoo, a long-time illustrator for the Pokémon Trading Card Game known for a dynamic, often textured style. In this rendering, Zapdos is depicted in a powerful, grounded stance, emphasizing its electric-type signature energy through vibrant, crackling lighting effects. The card was received positively by collectors for its status as an 'ex' card variant within a highly sought-after commemorative set, serving as both a playable competitive asset and a centerpiece for fans of the original generation.
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