The card shows Zapdos caught in a moment of powerful flight, its wings spread wide against a backdrop of dark, stormy clouds illuminated by flashes of lightning. This scene evokes a sense of raw energy and intensity, emphasizing Zapdos's connection to the storm as it navigates the turbulent skies. The atmosphere conveys a dramatic tension, suggesting that this legendary Pokémon is both a part of and a master over the elements around it. It captures a fleeting glimpse of nature's power embodied in a single, striking
If this Pokémon was on the Bench and became your Active Pokémon this turn, this attack does 70 more damage. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness.
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