Zeraora-GX Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Zeraora-GX from the Lost Thunder set is a Rare Ultra card with 190 HP. Its ability, Thunderclap Zone, provides strategic mobility, while Plasma Fists offers a decisive offensive option. Numbered 201, it stands out for collectors seeking powerful Electric-type Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic, GX
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Ability: Thunderclap Zone — Lightning Energy attached Pokémon have no Retreat Cost.
• Attacks:
• Plasma Fists: 160 damage; this Pokémon can’t attack next turn.
• Full Voltage-GX: Attach 5 basic Energy cards from discard to your Pokémon (once per game).
• Pokémon-GX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Zeraora-GX appears in the Lost Thunder set (sm8), numbered 201. It is classified as a Rare Ultra card, illustrated by PLANETA Otani. No alternate release dates or special editions are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants or alternate versions are known for this card. Identifiers include the set code “sm8” and card number “201.” The card’s image can be referenced at /images/sm8/sm8-201.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its GX attack, Full Voltage-GX, can only be used once per game, adding strategic depth. The Thunderclap Zone ability reduces retreat costs for Lightning Energy Pokémon, enhancing mobility.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and card condition, store Zeraora-GX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially since it is a Rare Ultra with collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): Introduced Zeraora-GX with its signature Thunderclap Zone ability and powerful GX attack. This set emphasizes Lightning-type synergy and aggressive energy attachment strategies.