Zapdos V 173/198

Zapdos V 173/198 is a Full Art card from Chilling Reign, an English Sword and Shield era set. The V mechanic marks a powerful single Pokemon with a high hit point pool that gives up two prize cards when knocked out, the single Pokemon design that anchored the Sword and Shield competitive format.

The Full Art treatment extends the illustration across the entire card face, removing the standard border so the artwork fills the frame edge to edge. This finish is reserved for the rarer slots in a set, and collectors often prefer the full art version of a V over the standard print for its textured surface and art forward layout.

Zapdos is one of the original Legendary birds and a long standing favourite, which keeps demand steady across its many cards. A clean copy of Zapdos V from Chilling Reign suits collectors building the set's full art lineup or following Zapdos across sets.

Condition and authenticity

This card meets Monster Mart's Mint condition standard:

• Corners: No visible fraying or whitening
• Edges: Smooth and clean, no silvering
• Surface: Free of scratches, dents, creases or smudges
• Centering: Within 60/40 front limit

Every card is authenticated and thoroughly inspected by Monster Mart, and ships tracked from Brisbane in protective sleeves and rigid holders.