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Zapdos G Arceus 2009
Card · Arceus · 2009

Zapdos G

$10.88 Latest known market value January 16, 2026
Rare Holo Lightning
Curatorial Commentary

The card captures Zapdos G in a moment of electrifying energy, its vibrant yellow feathers crackling with power against a stormy backdrop. The scene conveys a sense of urgency and intensity, as if Zapdos is preparing to unleash its formidable abilities. You can almost feel the atmosphere charged with anticipation, reflecting the Pokémon's dynamic presence in its world. This snapshot feels alive, embodying the raw energy that Zapdos represents.

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Catalogue plate № 12/99
Identity
PokémonZapdos
TypeLightning
RarityRare Holo
StageBasic, SP
Authorship
IllustratorRyota Saito
Year2009
Plate №12/99
Composition
StyleColorfulDynamicIllustrative
MoodEnergeticIntense
CompositionActionCharacterFocused
PaletteContrastingElectricVibrant
Game mechanics
HP 90
Stage Basic, SP
Weakness Lightning ×2
Resistance Fighting -20
Retreat
Charge Beam 10

Flip a coin. If heads, search your discard pile for an Energy card and attach it to Zapdos G.

Lightning Strike 40

You may discard all Lightning attached to Zapdos G. If you do, this attack's base damage is 80 instead of 40.