Zapdos ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Zapdos ex from the 151 set is a striking Ultra Rare with 200 HP. It showcases the ability Voltaic Float and the attack Multishot Lightning, pairing dynamic artwork with formidable stats.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic, ex
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Regulation Mark: G
• Set Code: sv3pt5
• Card ID: sv3pt5-192

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the 151 set of the Scarlet Violet series. It is card number 192, classified as Ultra Rare, and illustrated by takuyoa, whose artwork emphasizes Zapdos’s electric power.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by set code sv3pt5 and card number 192. The card’s subtype is Basic, ex, and it carries the Pokémon ex rule: when knocked out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Ability — Voltaic Float: Removes Retreat Cost if any Lightning Energy is attached.
• Attack — Multishot Lightning: Deals 120 damage, plus an additional 90 damage to one of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon with damage counters, ignoring Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

Given its Ultra Rare status and unknown release date, preserving condition is essential. Store in a protective sleeve, keep away from direct sunlight and moisture, and handle with clean hands or gloves to avoid oils and dirt.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• 151 (Scarlet Violet series): The sole set featuring this Zapdos ex printing, notable for its high HP and unique ability, contributing to its desirability among collectors and players.