Zigzagoon (ex1-79) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Zigzagoon is a Common Pokémon card from the Ruby Sapphire set, numbered 79. It has 40 HP and features the attack Fury Swipes. A simple, nostalgic pick for collections centered on early-generation Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weaknesses: Fighting ×2
• Attack: Fury Swipes — Flip 3 coins; this attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Ruby Sapphire set (ex1), numbered 79, and is classified as a Common rarity card. It is a straightforward Basic Pokémon card with no evolutions or special abilities.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “ex1” and the number “79” in the Ruby Sapphire series. The illustrator’s signature, Atsuko Nishida, is a key identifier for this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Its simple attack and low HP make it more of a collector’s piece than a competitive play option.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant illustration and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Ruby Sapphire (ex1): Introduced Zigzagoon as a Common Basic Pokémon with a single attack relying on coin flips for damage. It features classic artwork by Atsuko Nishida and holds nostalgic value for collectors of early ex-series cards.