Zapdos (Evolutions 42) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Zapdos from the Evolutions set is a Rare Holo card numbered 42. It has 110 HP and features the powerful Thunderbolt attack. This printing captures the electric essence of Zapdos with vivid artwork and solid gameplay stats.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Resistances: Fighting (-20)
• Weaknesses: None
• Flavor Text: One of the legendary bird Pokémon. While it is flying, it makes crackling and snapping sounds.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the XY series, set code XY12, titled Evolutions. It features two attacks: “Thunder,” which deals 90 damage but also causes 30 damage to Zapdos itself, and “Thunderbolt,” a powerful 170 damage attack that requires discarding all Energy attached to Zapdos.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the card number 42 in the Evolutions set and illustrated by Ken Sugimori. The card has no regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil surface and vibrant artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (XY12): This set revives classic Pokémon cards with updated artwork and mechanics. Zapdos stands out as a powerful Basic Lightning-type with strong attacks and a nostalgic design by Ken Sugimori.