Zekrom-EX, Next Destinies 51/99, ultra-rare

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Zekrom-EX

Next Destinies 51/99 • ultra-rare

Set: Next Destinies
Number: 51/99
Rarity: Rare Holo EX
Released: 2012
Energy type: Electric energy
Finish: Holographic
Market price: $29.07
Artist: Shizurow

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Market

What it's worth

$29.07market price via TCGplayer · Sep 21, 2026$26.05 – $29.20 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

Released in the 2012 Next Destinies expansion, the Zekrom-EX 51/99 marked a significant shift in the Pokémon Trading Card Game by introducing the powerful EX mechanic, which featured high HP and devastating attacks. As an ultra-rare holographic card, it remains highly sought after by collectors for its iconic artwork and its pivotal role in defining the competitive play style of the Black & White era.

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Card face

What it does

180 HPBasicEX

Cost: lightning energy colorless energy colorless energyGlinting Claw50+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 more damage.

Cost: lightning energy lightning energy colorless energy colorless energyStrong Volt150

Discard 2 Energy attached to this Pokémon.

Weaknessfighting energy×2Retreatcolorless energy colorless energy colorless energy

Pokémon-EX rule: When a Pokémon-EX has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
ExpandedLegal
UnlimitedLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Zekrom-EX was released in the 2012 Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion, Next Destinies. This set marked a significant shift in the game's mechanics by introducing the Pokémon-EX card type, which featured powerful legendary and mythical Pokémon with high hit points and specialized attacks. As the mascot of Pokémon White, Zekrom was chosen to spearhead this new class of cards, reflecting its status as a central character in the Unova region narrative.

The card was illustrated by Shizurow, an artist known for a bold, metallic aesthetic that emphasizes the mechanical and elemental nature of the Pokémon. The design utilizes a full-art treatment common to the EX era, focusing on vibrant lighting effects and dynamic movement to convey the raw electrical power of the character. Upon release, it was well-received by competitive players for its efficient energy acceleration and damage output, cementing its place as a staple of early Black and White era decks.

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About

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