Rockets zapdos – Gym Challenge (#15)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Rockets zapdos (#15) is a Rare Holo card from Gym - Gym Challenge released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida and the Plasma attack (20 damage), If there are any Lightning Energy cards in your discard pile, attach 1 of them to Rocket's Zapdos.. Cardmarket average sale is €166.20, Floor listings start near €16.95.
- Cardmarket trend price: €194.59
- Recent low listing: €16.95
Card Details
- Set
- Gym Challenge
- Card Number
- 15
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshida
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Plasma
[Lightning]
— 20
If there are any Lightning Energy cards in your discard pile, attach 1 of them to Rocket's Zapdos. -
Electroburn
[Lightning, Lightning, Lightning, Colorless]
— 70
Rocket's Zapdos does damage to itself equal to 10 times the number of Lightning Energy cards attached to it.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Rockets zapdos from Gym Challenge (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin-ichi Yoshida.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Rockets zapdos 15 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Rockets zapdos's Plasma deals 20 damage for Lightning energy. Special effect: If there are any Lightning Energy cards in your discard pile, attach 1 of them to Rocket's Zapdos.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Lightning Type • Resistant to Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gym Challenge #15 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | N/A |
�📦 Gym Challenge Set Context
This Rockets zapdos is part of the Gym Challenge expansion , released as part of the Gym series in 2000.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Rockets zapdos card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Holo cards from Gym Challenge are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin-ichi Yoshida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Gym Challenge
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Rockets zapdos 15 was released in 2000 in the Gym Challenge expansion. This set is part of the Gym series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin-ichi Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Gym Challenge is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Rockets zapdos with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Rockets zapdos card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Rockets zapdos works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.