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Zekrom ex 166/086

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Set: Black Bolt Released: Jul 18, 2025

Pokémon: Zekrom

Lightning Type Special Illustration Rare Illustrator: danciao Pull Rate:1 in 560 packs (0.2%)

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265.26 $17.54 (6.20%)

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Zekrom ex 166/086 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	414.76	19.68%	x1.6
PSA9	239.17	7.82%	x0.9
PSA8	226.60	0.64%	x0.9
PSA7	209.48	—	x0.8

Zekrom ex 166/086 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
8,174
61.72%
$414.76
PSA 9 Mint
4,354
32.88%
$239.17
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
515
3.89%
$226.60
PSA 7 Near Mint
112
0.85%
$209.48
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
61
0.46%
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PSA 5 Excellent
20
0.15%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
5
0.04%
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PSA 3 Very Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 2 Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 1 Poor
1
0.01%
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Is Zekrom ex 166/086 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $265.26 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $337.08

$265.26

Raw

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PSA 1 —

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PSA 2 —

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PSA 3 —

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PSA 4 —

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PSA 5 —

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PSA 6 —

$209.48

PSA 7 −$111.01

$226.60

PSA 8 −$96.12

$239.17

PSA 9 −$85.18

$414.76

PSA 10 +$67.58

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $265.26 raw cost.

Keep in mind: Don't forget about PSA upcharges! High-value cards that get top grades are often bumped to higher pricing tiers by PSA, which can alter your final profit margins.

Zekrom ex 166/086 Population Report

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Zekrom
TypeLightning
National Pokédex #[644]
Card Number 166/086
Card RaritySpecial Illustration Rare
Pull Rate1 in 560 packs (0.2%)
Illustratordanciao
LanguageEnglish
Release Date18/07/2025
Regulation MarkI
SeriesScarlet & Violet
Expansion Black Bolt
Standard FormatLegal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusIn Print
RegionUnova
Generation Generation 5

Card Attributes

Energy Type Lightning
Health Points230 HP
Weakness Fighting ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Attacks

Slash50
Voltage Burst130+
This attack does 50 more damage for each Prize card your opponent has taken. This Pokémon also does 30 damage to itself.

Rules

Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Zekrom in a dynamic and electrifying scene. Zekrom, a powerful dragon-like Pokémon, is shown in mid-air against a dramatic stormy sky filled with bolts of lightning. The energy and intensity of the storm illuminate Zekrom, casting sharp highlights and deep shadows across its metallic body. The background is awash with turbulent clouds in shades of blue, teal, and black, adding to the chaotic and majestic atmosphere of the scene.The art style is dynamic and vivid, with a color palette dominated by blues, blacks, and bright electric whites that emphasize the electric theme. The shading is intense, providing a strong contrast that highlights the contours and muscular form of Zekrom. The mood is intense and powerful, capturing the raw energy and formidable presence of this legendary Pokémon.

Playability Overview

Zekrom ex offers strong late-game burst damage for aggressive play, but its self-damage and double prize loss on knockout require careful timing and protection to maximize its strategic value.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Thunderous MightZekrom ex is a powerhouse in this artwork, striking a dynamic pose against a stormy backdrop. The electric energy swirling around him adds intensity, making it a perfect centerpiece for a "Lightning Fury" page. Pair it with other fierce Electric types like Raikou or Ampharos for an electrifying display.Additional Binder Suggestions: Sky / Fierce / Bold Contrast / Electric Charge / Showdown

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Zekrom ex #166/086 FAQs: Price, Grading & Collecting

Answers about Zekrom ex #166/086 from Black Bolt — live market value, pull rates, PSA grading returns and tournament legality.

Is Zekrom ex #166/086 going up or down in value?

Over the last 30 days, an ungraded Zekrom ex has moved down 6.2% to $265.26. PSA 10 copies are down 19.7% over the same period.

What are the odds of pulling Zekrom ex #166/086?

Zekrom ex #166/086 appears roughly 1 in 560 packs, which works out at 0.2% per pack. That makes it one of the harder cards to pull from Black Bolt.

How rare is Zekrom ex #166/086?

Zekrom ex #166/086 is a Special Illustration Rare, one of the higher rarity tiers in Black Bolt.

Is Zekrom ex #166/086 worth grading?

At $265.26 raw, you need a PSA 10 to profit. A PSA 10 sells for $414.76, giving a net return of +$67.58 after grading costs and selling fees. PSA 9 returns −$85.18 and PSA 8 returns −$96.12, so anything below a 10 loses money on this card.

How many PSA 10 copies of Zekrom ex #166/086 exist?

PSA have graded 13,244 copies of Zekrom ex #166/086, of which 8,174 came back as PSA 10. That is a gem rate of 61.7%, or roughly 1 in 1.6 graded copies.

Is Zekrom ex #166/086 hard to get in gem mint?

No. At a 61.7% gem rate, Zekrom ex grades better than the Black Bolt average by 23.7 points. Most submitted copies come back clean.

Who illustrated Zekrom ex #166/086?

Zekrom ex #166/086 was illustrated by danciao, who has illustrated 35 Pokémon cards in total.

Is Zekrom ex #166/086 legal in tournaments?

Zekrom ex #166/086 carries regulation mark I and is currently legal in Standard, legal in Expanded and legal in Unlimited.

When was Zekrom ex #166/086 released?

Zekrom ex #166/086 was released on 18 July 2025 as part of Black Bolt. It belongs to the Modern era and features a Generation 5 Pokémon from the Unova region.

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Is Zekrom ex 166/086 worth grading?

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