Zebstrika BREAKpoint Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Zebstrika from the BREAKpoint set is a Rare card with 100 HP. It features the ability Zap Zone and the attack Crashing Bolt. This energetic Pokémon is card number 49 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Blitzle)
• Ability: Zap Zone — negates damage modifiers from opponent’s Active Pokémon effects on your Lightning Pokémon’s attacks
• Attack: Crashing Bolt — does 50+ damage, with an additional 60 damage if the opponent’s Active Pokémon has Fighting Resistance
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Set Code: xy9
• Series: xy
• Regulation Mark: unknown
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This Zebstrika card comes from the BREAKpoint expansion, numbered 49. It is a Rare Stage 1 card with an ability that supports Lightning-type strategies by bypassing damage-altering effects on the opponent’s Active Pokémon. Its attack gains extra power against Pokémon with Fighting Resistance.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Zebstrika. Identification is straightforward via its set code (xy9), card number (49), illustrator (Hajime Kusajima), and Rare rarity. It carries no regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament legality before use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and rare status, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface damage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• BREAKpoint (xy9): This set introduced Zebstrika as a Rare Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon with a unique ability that enhances Lightning decks by ignoring damage modifiers on the opponent’s Active Pokémon. The set features dynamic artwork and strategic abilities that complement evolving gameplay styles.