Zacian ex – Scarlet & Violet Promos (#198)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Zacian ex (#198) is a Promo card from Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet & Violet Promos released in 2022. It showcases artwork by PLANETA Mochizuki and the Steel Armament attack (20 damage), Search your deck for a Basic Metal Energy card and attach it to this Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.58, Cardmarket average sale is €0.68, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.58
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.54
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet Promos
- Card Number
- 198
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 PLANETA Mochizuki
- HP
- 220
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Steel Armament
[Colorless]
— 20
Search your deck for a Basic Metal Energy card and attach it to this Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck. -
Slashing Strike
[Metal, Metal, Colorless]
— 210
During your next turn, this Pokémon can't use Slashing Strike.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (70.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Zacian ex from Scarlet & Violet Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator PLANETA Mochizuki.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Zacian ex 198 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Zacian ex's Steel Armament deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Search your deck for a Basic Metal Energy card and attach it to this Pokémon. Then, shuffle your dec...
Stats Overview: 220 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Grass -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Zacian ex Cards
Looking for other Zacian ex cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet & Violet Promos #198 ← Current | 220 | 2 attacks | Promo | $0.58 |
�📦 Scarlet & Violet Promos Set Context
This Zacian ex is part of the Scarlet & Violet Promos expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by PLANETA Mochizuki, 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 Zacian ex 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
- Promo cards from Scarlet & Violet Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by PLANETA Mochizuki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Scarlet & Violet Promos
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Zacian ex 198 was released in 2022 in the Scarlet & Violet Promos expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by PLANETA Mochizuki. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Scarlet & Violet Promos represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Zacian ex with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Zacian ex 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Zacian ex works best in Metal type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.