Zapdos, Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos 157/215, promo

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Zapdos

Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos 157/215 • promo

Set: Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
Number: 157/215
Rarity: Promo
Released: 2023
Energy type: Electric
Market price: $2.02

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What it's worth

$2.02market price via TCGplayer · Aug 6, 2026$0.86 – $2.02 over the tracked period

$2.02Aug 6, 2026

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Lore

Why it matters

As a member of the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos set, this Zapdos card features the legendary Electric-type Pokémon captured in a dynamic, modern illustration. Collectors often prize these promotional releases for their unique availability outside of standard expansion packs, marking them as distinct milestones in the Scarlet & Violet era.

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Card face

What it does

110 HPBasic

Cost: lightning energy colorless energyFollow-Up Bolt20+

This attack does 10 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon.

Cost: lightning energy colorless energy colorless energyDrill Peck80

Weaknesslightning energy×2Resistancefighting energy-30Retreatcolorless energy

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Zapdos card numbered 157/215 was released in 2023 as part of the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos series. It was specifically included in the Scarlet & Violet—151 Ultra-Premium Collection, a box set designed to celebrate the original 151 Pokémon from the Kanto region. The release capitalized on nostalgia for the franchise's origins while introducing the modern Scarlet & Violet card mechanics, such as the metallic-style foil borders and updated stat blocks characteristic of the ninth generation of the game.

The artwork for this card was provided by artist kawayoo, a long-time illustrator for the Pokémon Trading Card Game known for a dynamic, often textured style. In this rendering, Zapdos is depicted in a powerful, grounded stance, emphasizing its electric-type signature energy through vibrant, crackling lighting effects. The card was received positively by collectors for its status as an 'ex' card variant within a highly sought-after commemorative set, serving as both a playable competitive asset and a centerpiece for fans of the original generation.

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About

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