Rocket’s Zapdos 15/25
Set: Celebrations: Classic Collection
Released: Oct 8, 2021
Pokémon
Lightning Type
Classic Collection
Lightning Type
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #145
- Card Number 15 / 25
- Card RarityClassic Collection
- IllustratorShin-ichi Yoshida
- Release Date08/10/2021
- SeriesSword & Shield
- Expansion Celebrations: Classic Collection
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Lightning
- Health Points70 HP
- Resistance
Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Lightning 
Fighting -30 
Attacks
- Plasma20
If there are any Lightning Energy cards in your discard pile, attach 1 of them to Rocket's Zapdos.
- Electroburn70
Rocket's Zapdos does damage to itself equal to 10 times the number of Lightning Energy cards attached to it.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Zapdos soaring through a stormy sky, lightning crackling around its jagged wings, eyes piercing the dark clouds as torrential rain lashes down, embodying raw electric power and fierce determination.
Playability Overview
Rocket's Zapdos offers a high-risk, high-reward playstyle by accelerating energy from the discard pile but demands careful management to avoid self-damage from its powerful attack, encouraging tactical timing and resource planning.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Shock and AweRocket's Zapdos has such an electrifying presence! The dynamic lightning and intense colors scream excitement, making it perfect for a “High Voltage” page. Pair it with other powerful Electric types, like Raichu or Electabuzz, to amplify that shocking energy. The action-packed design really enhances the overall vibe.Additional Binder Suggestions: Electric Zone / Energetic / Bright Yellow / Thunderstorm / Team Rocket
