Question 1

What is the current market value of Zapdos #157?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Zapdos (Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos) sits near $0.63. Its 7-day trend is negative at 37.0%. Current value trails the 30-day mean ($0.80) by 21.5%. The 90-day window shows a floor near $0.46 and a peak around $0.91 (71% total spread), which maps to high-volatility movement. Rarity classification for this copy is Promo.

Question 2

Is Zapdos #157 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Collector-focused market read: Week-over-week movement is negative (37.0%); this leaves value 31% under the 90-day peak. With a 71% 90-day spread ($0.46-$0.91), this card currently tracks as high-volatility. Current value is 21.5% below its 30-day reference ($0.80). This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Zapdos #157 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2023, Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos introduced this print of Zapdos. The printed flavor text states: "This Pokémon has complete control over electricity. There are tales of Zapdos nesting in the dark depths of pitch-black thunderclouds." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Promo. Printed HP is 110. Energy typing is Lightning. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. Card subtype classification is Basic. Attack line includes "Follow-Up Bolt" and "Drill Peck". This card is weak to Lightning energy and resists Fighting. This print follows its listed rarity designation in set checklists and pricing references.

Question 4

What are the alternative Zapdos cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Zapdos often benchmark it against other Zapdos cards. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 5 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $11.65-$87.25, a 649% band. Against the sample mean of $44.96, this card is -99%. Notable alternatives include Zapdos #16 (Base) at $46.35, Zapdos #15 (Fossil) at $87.25, Zapdos #30 (Fossil) at $87.25, and Zapdos #20 (Base Set 2) at $18.61.

Question 5

What set is Zapdos #157 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos was released in 2023. Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos is grouped under the Scarlet & Violet era. With 196 listed cards, this is a large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 3 years old and sits in a modern-era collecting window. In the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos checklist, Zapdos occupies position #157 as a Promo card.

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