Collector’s Guide: Zapdos (Legendary Collection #19)

Quick Facts

Zapdos is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon card from the Legendary Collection set, numbered 19. It features 90 HP and is illustrated by Ken Sugimori. This Rare Holo card has no abilities but includes two attacks: Thunder, which deals 60 damage with a risk of self-damage on a tails coin flip, and Thunderbolt, which deals 100 damage but requires discarding all attached Energy cards. Zapdos has a Fighting resistance (-30) and a retreat cost of 3. Its flavor text describes it as a legendary bird Pokémon appearing from clouds wielding enormous lightning bolts. The card’s legality status is unknown.

Key Printings

• Set: Legendary Collection
• Card Number: 19
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• HP: 90
• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic

Variants & Identifiers

This Zapdos card has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code base6 and the card ID base6-19. The card is part of the “other” series category and carries no regulation mark. Its market reference query is “Zapdos Legendary Collection 19.”

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Rare Holo Zapdos card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
– Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
– Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the holofoil surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with updated holofoil patterns. Zapdos #19 stands out as a powerful Basic Lightning-type with strong attacks but requires careful energy management due to its Thunderbolt attack’s discard cost.

Legality: unknown