Zapdos 029/078
Set: Pokémon GO
Released: Jul 1, 2022
Pokémon
Lightning Type
Rare Holo Pull Rate: 1 in 23.0 packs (4.3%)
Lightning Type
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About Zapdos
This Pokémon has complete control over electricity. There are tales of Zapdos nesting in the dark depths of pitch-black thunderclouds.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #145
- Card Number 029/078
- Card RarityRare Holo
- IllustratorYuya Oka
- Release Date01/07/2022
- Regulation MarkF
- SeriesSword & Shield
- Expansion Pokémon GO
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Lightning
- Health Points120 HP
- Weakness
Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Lightning 
Fighting ×2 
Abilities
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Ability:
Lightning Symbol
Your Basic Lightning Pokémon's attacks, except any Zapdos, do 10 more damage to your opponent's Active Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks
- Electric Ball110
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Zapdos soaring fiercely through a stormy sky, crackling with vibrant blue electricity as lightning bolts burst around it near towering power lines, embodying raw electric energy and power.
Playability Overview
Zapdos encourages building an Electric-type deck to maximize its ability's damage boost while offering solid mid-range offense, but its average HP and retreat cost require careful energy and matchup management.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Thunderous FuryThis Zapdos card screams power with its striking pose and vivid yellow hues. It’s perfect for a "Lightning Showdown" page, where you can feature other electrifying Pokémon. The dynamic energy radiating from it would pair well with cards like Raichu or Electivire for a real zap-tastic display.Additional Binder Suggestions: Sky / Fierce / Bright Yellow / Electric Surge / Stormy Battle
