Cards › Plasma Storm › #48
Zapdos-EX
- Set
- Plasma Storm
- Number
- 48
- Illustrator
- Eske Yoshinob
- Energy
- Lightning
Zapdos-EX - Plasma Storm
Zapdos-EX is a Rare Holo EX Pokémon card from the Plasma Storm Pokémon TCG set, released 2011, illustrated by Eske Yoshinob. It sits at card number 48 in the Plasma Storm checklist, classified as a Lightning-type Pokémon with 170 HP and the Basic, EX, Team Plasma subtypes.
In collector terms, this is a standard holofoil rare - roughly 1 per booster pack in modern sets. Current TCGplayer market price tops out at $11.31, with every variant's low / mid / high and direct prices listed below.
CIV 41Average
Weak icon status.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Prices USD 12 hours ago · 2026-04-27 08:15 UTC
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Zapdos-EX FAQ
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How much is Zapdos-EX from Plasma Storm worth?
Current TCGplayer market price is $11.31. See the full variant breakdown above for low / mid / high / market / direct prices. Graded estimates (PSA 10, PSA 9, CGC Perfect) are shown when available.
How rare is Zapdos-EX?
This printing is a standard holofoil rare - roughly 1 per booster pack in modern sets (the card is labeled "Rare Holo EX" on the checklist). This is the only printing of Zapdos-EX currently indexed.
Who illustrated Zapdos-EX?
Eske Yoshinob illustrated this card. See Eske Yoshinob's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Zapdos-EX released?
The Plasma Storm set released in 2011. This specific card (#48 in the set) has been tradeable on TCGplayer and Cardmarket since launch.
Where can I buy Zapdos-EX?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is this card in Standard format?
Legal formats rotate as new sets release - see the Plasma Storm set page for current Standard / Expanded / Unlimited status. Catchinary tracks 0 cards across every English-language set, so if this one has rotated out there's almost certainly a current-format reprint you can check.