Curatorial Commentary
The card shows Zapdos surrounded by a vibrant display of crackling electricity, with its wings fully extended as if ready to soar. This moment captures the essence of the Pokémon, highlighting its connection to the stormy skies and the raw power it embodies. The scene feels alive with energy, as if the air is charged with anticipation. In this snapshot of its world, Zapdos stands as a formidable presence, a true embodiment of nature's force.
Essay · Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
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Catalogue plate
№ 157/215
Composition
StyleDynamicIllustrativeVibrant
MoodEnergeticPowerful
CompositionActionFocused
PaletteBrightContrastingElectric
Game mechanics
HP
110
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Lightning ×2
Resistance
Fighting -30
Retreat
Follow-Up Bolt
20+
This attack does 10 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon.
Drill Peck
80
The set
Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Zapdos
The Zapdos canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
