Zapdos
Zapdos is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Roaring Skies (#23). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.75 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2015. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Zapdos suits collectors working on Roaring Skies who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Zapdos from Roaring Skies?
Zapdos is a Pokémon card in Roaring Skies numbered 23. A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts. National Pokédex #145. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Zapdos worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.75 for Zapdos. Low and high spread runs $0.62 to $19.72. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $1.75; Normal: $0.94. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Roaring Skies |
|---|---|
| Number | 23 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.75 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.94 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $1.75 |
| Normal | $0.94 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Drill Peck | Lightning 20 |
| Raging Thunder | LightningLightningColorless 120 This attack does 40 damage to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Zapdos?
Zapdos is listed as Rare in Roaring Skies. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Zapdos?
Catalog fields: set Roaring Skies, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Hitoshi Ariga. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Zapdos from Roaring Skies should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Zapdos is catalogued as Rare printing in Roaring Skies, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.75 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $1.75; Normal: $0.94).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $1.75 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Zapdos worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.75 for ungraded Zapdos from Roaring Skies. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Zapdos from?
Zapdos is listed in Roaring Skies (XY) as card #23. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Zapdos?
Our catalog lists Zapdos as Rare in Roaring Skies. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Zapdos good for collectors or players?
Zapdos includes gameplay stats in Roaring Skies. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Zapdos?
Finish variants of Zapdos carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $1.75; Normal: $0.94 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.