Zapdos – Supreme Victors (#150)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Zapdos (#150) is a Rare Secret card from Platinum - Supreme Victors released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Toshinao Aoki and the Lightning Burn attack (30 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) If tails, Zapdos does 30 damage to itself.. TCGplayer market price sits around $179.99, Cardmarket average sale is €66.39, Floor listings start near €15.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $179.99
- Cardmarket trend price: €70.13
- Recent low listing: €15.00
Card Details
- Set
- Supreme Victors
- Card Number
- 150
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Secret
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Toshinao Aoki
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Lightning Burn
[Lightning, Lightning, Lightning]
— 30
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) If tails, Zapdos does 30 damage to itself.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Zapdos from Supreme Victors (Rare Secret) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Toshinao Aoki.
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. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Zapdos 150 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Zapdos's Lightning Burn deals 30 damage for Lightning + Lightning + Lightning energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't ap...
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supreme Victors #150 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Rare Secret | $179.99 |
�📦 Supreme Victors Set Context
This Zapdos is part of the Supreme Victors expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009. As a Rare Secret card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Toshinao Aoki, 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: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Secret cards from Supreme Victors are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Toshinao Aoki 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Zapdos 150 was released in 2009 in the Supreme Victors expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Toshinao Aoki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Secret card, this Zapdos is among the premium chase cards from Supreme Victors. Secret Rare cards have card numbers that exceed the set total, making them highly sought after by completionists. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Supreme Victors 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 have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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.