Zapdos-EX 48 / 135 Pokemon Card from Plasma Storm Set

Zapdos-EX — Plasma Storm 48/135 Pokémon TCG card

Zapdos-EX is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon card with 170 HP. It is part of the Team Plasma subcategory and belongs to the Plasma Storm set from the Black &…

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About the Zapdos-EX Pokémon Card

Zapdos-EX is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 170 HP from the Plasma Storm set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 48/135 and is classified as Rare Holo EX. The Plasma Storm set was released on February 6, 2013.

Zapdos-EX Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Zapdos-EX

Card number: 48/135

Set: Plasma Storm

Series: Black & White

Rarity: Rare Holo EX

Subtypes: Basic, EX, Team Plasma

Type: Lightning

HP: 170

Artist: Eske Yoshinob

Release date: February 6, 2013

National Pokédex number: 145

Why Collect the Zapdos-EX Pokémon Card?

Zapdos-EX is a solid addition to the Plasma Storm set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Zapdos-EX Pokémon Card

Zapdos-EX was illustrated by Eske Yoshinob.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Zapdos-EX Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Zapdos-EX is about

1.26. Recent listings range from roughly $5.26 (low) to
23 (high), with a mid-point near
0.80. 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 Plasma Storm set has a median card value near $3.01 and an average near

6.81, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -7% over the last 7 days and +9% 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 Plasma Storm set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Zapdos-EX Pokémon Card

Whether Zapdos-EX 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.

How Rare Is the Zapdos-EX Pokémon Card?

Rare Holo EX cards like Zapdos-EX are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Final Thoughts on the Zapdos-EX Pokémon Card

The Zapdos-EX pokémon card is a Rare Holo EX card from the Plasma Storm set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Plasma Storm set. Its current aggregated market price is about

1.26; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Zapdos-EX card from?

Zapdos-EX is from the Plasma Storm set (Black & White series), numbered 48/135 with the Rare Holo EX rarity.

What rarity is the Zapdos-EX card?

Zapdos-EX is classified as Rare Holo EX.

How much is the Zapdos-EX 48/135 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

1.26, within a recent range of roughly $5.26 to
23. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Zapdos-EX card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

How rare is the Zapdos-EX card?

Rare Holo EX cards like Zapdos-EX are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Plasma Storm set released?

The Plasma Storm set was released on February 6, 2013.