Zapdos – Generations (#29)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Zapdos (#29) is a Rare Holo card from XY - Generations released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Drill Peck attack (20 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $23.19, Cardmarket average sale is €26.26, Floor listings start near €7.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $23.19
- Cardmarket trend price: €20.03
- Recent low listing: €7.00
Card Details
- Set
- Generations
- Card Number
- 29
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
- Drill Peck [Lightning] — 20
-
Raging Thunder
[Lightning, Lightning, Colorless]
— 120
This attack does 40 damage to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Zapdos from Generations (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 Zapdos 29 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Zapdos's Drill Peck deals 20 damage for Lightning energy.
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Zapdos Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generations #29 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $23.19 |
�📦 Generations Set Context
This Zapdos is part of the Generations expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 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 Generations are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda 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 Generations
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Zapdos 29 was released in 2016 in the Generations expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Generations 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 Zapdos with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your 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: Zapdos works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.