Zekrom ex #166

Zekrom ex (166/86) from the Black Bolt set stands out as a Special Illustration Rare, a secret card beyond the set's standard numbering. This designation, coupled with its distinctive full-art treatment, places it among the most coveted cards in the expansion, reflecting its inherent scarcity and unique artistic presentation within the Scarlet & Violet series.

As a Basic Pokémon ex, this Zekrom boasts 230 HP and adheres to the Pokémon ex rule, granting opponents two Prize cards upon its Knock Out. Its artwork, crafted by danciao, fully captures the "Deep Black Pokémon," often depicted concealing itself in lightning clouds as it flies through the Unova region. In battle, Zekrom ex can utilize its Slash attack, or unleash Voltage Burst, an attack that gains 50 more damage for each Prize card your opponent has taken, though it does 30 damage to itself. This mechanic mirrors Zekrom's powerful yet self-exerting nature, as it creates electricity in its tail.