Legendary Pokemon frequently appear in the most valuable sets of the generation when they make their Pokemon TCG debut. Zekrom follows suit, with some of its best cards hailing fromthe most expensive sets from the Black & White era, like Legendary Treasures.
While some of the best Zekrom cards put this black Dragon and Electric-type legendary in the spotlight, many offerings feature a partner Pokemon. Zekrom plays well with others, featuring multiple guests on its best cards from Black and White to the Sun & Moon era.
Cards are ordered according to theirTCGPlayerMarket Price,representing what you might pay on average for a copy of the cards below.
However,sale prices are vastly different depending on the card’s condition,so this market price is just a rough idea of the card’s value.
6Pikachu & Zekrom GX: Team Up (Full Art) – $56.02
Undeniable Pika Power
There’s no denyingthe incredible value attached to Pikachu cards, as some copies can command values that exceed $1,000. Zekrom ‘teams up’ with Pikachu in the Sun & Moon set of the same name to form an Electric duo unlike any other.
Although it’s not one ofthe most valuable Tag Team cardsout there, this duo pays major dividends in near-mint(NM)condition at about $50, With lightly played(LP)copies following closely behind at around $30.
Since this set isn’t that old, you won’t find many in worse condition than LP.
5Reshiram & Zekrom GX: Cosmic Eclipse (Secret Rare) – $59.68
A Busy Recolor
Cosmic Eclipse has several Rainbow Secret Rares among its most valuable cards, as the generation’s signature style makes a major mark on othervaluable sets like Forbidden Light.
This card’s value jumpsfrom $30 up to $72,according to condition, withNMcopies commanding the larger amount. Damaged copies clock in at around the minimum $30 mark, while HP copies cost closer to $40 with MP jumping to $54 before reaching the$57-$67 range LP copies can fetch.
4Reshiram & Zekrom GX: Cosmic Eclipse (Full Art) – $98.41
Sometimes You Can’t Top The Original
While there’s no denying that the Rainbow Secret Rare variants are some of the most distinctive cards in Cosmic Eclipse, sometimes the regular full-art versions that feature the standard color palette offersuperior crispness when distinguishing the art’s details.
N’s appearancein between his two signature legendary Dragons is an under-appreciated part of why this card is as expensive as it is.
While it’s hard to say exactly which character on this card is most important in determining its value, there’s no denying that this card’s price varies heavily.NM copies can sell for as little as $50, while some of the nicest copies can jump into the$95 range,making it difficult to accurately price this card.
3Pikachu & Zekrom GX: Team Up (Secret Rare) – $98.68
An Electric Encore
Pikachu and Zekrom return to show off their dynamic posing skills again, this time with a gorgeous Rainbow Secret Rare that works way better than the Reshiram & Zekrom version.The most valuable cards in Team Upcommand immense value, and this card is no exception, featuring two popular Pokemon front and center.
This card’s momentum continues to carry it toward the incredibly important $100 plateau, as it began its rise in the $80 range, and continues to jump up a few dollars at a time, pausing atits current high just shy of the triple-digit mark.
2Zekrom: Legendary Treasures (Full Art Secret Rare) – $101.32
Lost In The Gold
While visual appeal plays a major role in a card’s value, sometimes rarity is an even more important factor.Legendary Treasuresis a polarizing set due to the all-gold choice, which leaves a light silhouette of the Pokemon as the main subject.
The gold-hued Full Art Secret Rare style divides opinions about as much as the Rainbow Secret Rare recolors, though this version is even more difficult to appreciate from afar.
This card is difficult to find in NM condition, soexpect to pay at least $90 for it, though that can rise to over $100if the condition is particularly good. Damaged copies go for as little as $25, which is a huge discount if you’re sticking to a small budget.
1Zekrom EX: Next Destinies (Full Art) – $116.85
The Best Zekrom Flies Solo
Next Destinies is home to several gorgeous cards, including the most valuable Zekrom card in the Pokemon TCG, boasting a beautiful full-art that features a fierce depiction of this legendary Pokemon.
The bright flashes in the background provide the perfect contrast to highlight Zekrom’s dark features as it prepares to attack.
This card’s age makes it the most difficult to find in NM condition, with no recent sales in that condition on TCGplayer.LP copies cost anywhere from $67 to $103, depending on the card, leaving plenty of upside for NM condition once one sells.
