Zapdos – Vivid Voltage (#48)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Zapdos (#48) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Vivid Voltage released in 2020. It showcases artwork by AKIRA EGAWA and the Drill Peck attack (20 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.34, Cardmarket average sale is €0.71, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.34
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.26
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Vivid Voltage
- Card Number
- 48
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 AKIRA EGAWA
- HP
- 110
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
- Drill Peck [Colorless] — 20
-
Thunder Snipe
[Lightning, Lightning, Colorless]
Discard all Energy from this Pokémon, and this attack does 160 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon V or Pokémon-GX. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Zapdos from Vivid Voltage (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator AKIRA EGAWA.
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 Zapdos 48 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Zapdos's Drill Peck deals 20 damage for Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Zapdos Cards
Looking for other Zapdos cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vivid Voltage #48 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.34 |
�📦 Vivid Voltage Set Context
This Zapdos is part of the Vivid Voltage expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by AKIRA EGAWA, 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 Vivid Voltage are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by AKIRA EGAWA 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 48 was released in 2020 in the Vivid Voltage expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by AKIRA EGAWA. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Vivid Voltage represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
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.