Zapdos 16/102 Pokémon Base Set Shadowed Moderate Play

Pokémon: Zapdos

Series: Base Set (Shadowed)

Set: Unlimited

Card Number: 16/102

Rarity: Rare

Condition: Moderate Play

Grade: Raw

Year: 1999

Illustrator: Ken Sugimori

Type: Electric

Zapdos, card number 16/102 from the Pokémon Base Set, is a Lightning-type Basic Pokémon card. It was first released as part of the Base Set, initially in the Japanese Expansion Pack, and later reprinted in the Base Set 2 and Legendary Collection expansions. This card features Zapdos, a legendary bird Pokémon introduced in Generation 1 of the Pokémon franchise, known for its powerful electric attacks and iconic status in the Pokémon world.

The card showcases Zapdos with a holofoil finish, enhancing its visual appeal and collectibility. It has a base HP of 90 and two attacks: Thunder and Thunderbolt. The Thunder attack requires one Lightning Energy and three Colorless Energy, dealing 60 damage and potentially causing Zapdos to damage itself if a coin flip results in tails. The Thunderbolt attack demands four Lightning Energy and discards all Energy cards attached to Zapdos, dealing 100 damage. Zapdos has no type weaknesses or resistances and does not require any Energy to retreat.

In the context of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Zapdos is a highly sought-after card due to its rarity and the strength of its attacks. It is part of the legendary bird trio, alongside Articuno and Moltres, which are known for their rarity and powerful abilities in the game. The Base Set version of Zapdos is particularly valuable to collectors and players alike, as it represents one of the earliest iterations of the card and is often associated with nostalgia and the game’s history.

Zapdos in the Pokémon games has a base Special stat of 125 and a base experience yield of 261 in Generations 5-7. It does not evolve and has a hidden ability called Lightningrod, which attracts electric-type moves to Zapdos instead of the user. In Generation 2, Zapdos has a base Friendship value of 70. The card’s English Pokédex entry is derived from Pokémon Red and Blue, with slight modifications, while the Japanese entry comes from Pokémon Red and Green.

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