Zorua – McDonald's Collection 2011 (#9)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Zorua (#9) is a card from Other - McDonald's Collection 2011 released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Scratch attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $6.02, Cardmarket average sale is €2.27, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $6.02
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.76
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- McDonald's Collection 2011
- Card Number
- 9
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Zoroark
Attacks & Strategy
- Scratch [Colorless] — 10
-
Fury Swipes
[Darkness, Colorless]
— 10×
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Zorua from McDonald's Collection 2011 represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 Zorua 9 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Zorua's Scratch deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Zorua Cards
Looking for other Zorua cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's Collection 2011 #9 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $6.02 |
�📦 McDonald's Collection 2011 Set Context
This Zorua is part of the McDonald's Collection 2011 expansion , released as part of the Other series in 2011.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Zorua 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
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Zorua 9 was released in 2011 in the McDonald's Collection 2011 expansion. This set is part of the Other series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: McDonald's Collection 2011 is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Zorua 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 Zorua 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 Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Zorua works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.