Zigzagoon 96 / 106 Pokemon Card from Great Encounters Set
Zigzagoon is a Basic Pokémon card from the Great Encounters set in the Diamond & Pearl series, released in the mid-2000s era (2008). It has 50 HP and is a…
Set: Great Encounters
Number: 96/106
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Zigzagoon Pokémon Card
Zigzagoon is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 50 HP from the Great Encounters set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number 96/106 and is classified as Common. The Great Encounters set was released on February 1, 2008.
The card includes the flavor text: “It walks in zigzag fashion. It is good at finding items in the grass and even in the ground.”.
Zigzagoon Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Zigzagoon
Card number: 96/106
Set: Great Encounters
Series: Diamond & Pearl
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Colorless
HP: 50
Artist: Ken Sugimori
Release date: February 1, 2008
National Pokédex number: 263
Why Collect the Zigzagoon Pokémon Card?
Zigzagoon is most often collected as part of a complete Great Encounters set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Zigzagoon Pokémon Card
Zigzagoon was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Zigzagoon Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Zigzagoon is about
.06. Recent listings range from roughly $0.62 (low) to $34.80 (high), with a mid-point near .85. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Great Encounters set has a median card value near $5.10 and an average near
6.27, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +5% over the last 7 days and +43% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Great Encounters set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Zigzagoon Pokémon Card
Whether Zigzagoon is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 9 copies of this card, of which 3 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 33.3%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Zigzagoon Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Zigzagoon was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 9 copies to date.
Other Printings of Zigzagoon
Zigzagoon appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Emerald 74 (around $50.33), Sandstorm 85 (around
1.94) and Ruby & Sapphire 79 (around
0.28).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Zigzagoon Pokémon Card
The Zigzagoon pokémon card is a Common card from the Great Encounters set (Diamond & Pearl series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Great Encounters set. Its current aggregated market price is about
.06; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Zigzagoon card from?
Zigzagoon is from the Great Encounters set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered 96/106 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Zigzagoon card?
Zigzagoon is classified as Common.
How much is the Zigzagoon 96/106 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.06, within a recent range of roughly $0.62 to $34.80. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Zigzagoon card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 9 copies so far, with about 33.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Zigzagoon?
PSA has graded 9 copies, of which 3 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 33.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Zigzagoon card?
As a Common card, Zigzagoon was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
When was the Great Encounters set released?
The Great Encounters set was released on February 1, 2008.
Are there other printings of Zigzagoon?
Yes. Zigzagoon appears on 10 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
