Galarian Zapdos V Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Galarian Zapdos V from the Chilling Reign set is a Rare Ultra card with 200 HP. It showcases the ability Fighting Instinct and the attack Thunderous Kick. This card is numbered 173 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic, V
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Ability: Fighting Instinct — reduces attack cost by Colorless for each opponent’s Pokémon V in play
• Attack: Thunderous Kick — 170 damage; discards a Special Energy from opponent’s Active Pokémon before dealing damage
• Regulation Mark: E
• Flavor Text: Unknown

Key Printings

The only known printing of Galarian Zapdos V is in Chilling Reign, card number 173. It is a Rare Ultra with artwork by 5ban Graphics.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants
• Fighting type; Basic V stage
• Ability: Fighting Instinct
• Regulation mark: E
• Set code: swsh6-173

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• Follows the standard V rule: when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Its ability to reduce attack costs based on the opponent’s Pokémon V can influence deck-building strategies; tournament legality is not specified.

Care & Storage Tips

Store Galarian Zapdos V in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching, and keep it in a cool, dry environment to prevent warping or fading.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Chilling Reign: Introduced Galarian Zapdos V as a Rare Ultra Fighting-type card with a strategic ability that interacts with an opponent’s Pokémon V. The set’s artwork and mechanics highlight its role within the Sword & Shield series.

Galarian Zapdos V Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Galarian Zapdos V from the Chilling Reign set is a Rare Ultra card boasting 200 HP. Its Fighting Instinct ability adds a strategic edge, while the Thunderous Kick attack delivers a powerful strike. This vibrant card is numbered 174 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic,V
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Ability: Fighting Instinct — reduces attack cost by 1 Colorless for each of your opponent’s Pokémon V in play
• Attack: Thunderous Kick — 170 damage; discards a Special Energy from opponent’s Active Pokémon before dealing damage
• Regulation Mark: E
• V Rule: When your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards

Key Printings

The key printing of Galarian Zapdos V is from the Chilling Reign expansion (set code swsh6), where it appears as card number 174. This is the only known printing with the Rare Ultra rarity and the Fighting type.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code swsh6-174 and the unique Fighting Instinct ability. The card’s illustration by Akira Komayama and its regulation mark E further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its V rule applies, meaning if it is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store Galarian Zapdos V in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets to prevent edge wear and bending.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Chilling Reign: Introduced Galarian Zapdos V as a Rare Ultra card with a powerful Fighting Instinct ability and a high-damage Thunderous Kick attack, adding strategic depth to Fighting-type decks.