Updated November 11, 2026
Zekrom ex Black Bolt PSA 10 means a Zekrom ex card from the Japanese expansion pack “Black Bolt” (SV11B) that PSA has graded 10 (Gem Mint). We list two Zekrom ex versions as PSA 10: the SAR 169/086 and the BWR 174/086.
- Japanese Black Bolt (SV11B) released on June 6, 2025, together with White Flare.
- Zekrom ex has a BWR (Black White Rare) version, numbered 174 in Black Bolt.
- Our PSA 10 Zekrom ex listings are the SAR 169/086 and the BWR 174/086.
- PSA 10 orders are dispatched after payment clears; FedEx transit is quoted as an estimate.
What are the key facts about Zekrom ex in Black Bolt?
Zekrom ex is a Basic Lightning Pokémon ex with 230 HP that appears in several rarities in Black Bolt (SV11B). The table below keeps the names and codes in one place.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Card | Zekrom ex (Japanese: ゼクロムex) |
| Set | Expansion Pack “Black Bolt” (ブラックボルト), set code SV11B, Japanese edition |
| Japanese release date | June 6, 2025 (Friday), same day as White Flare (official SV11 page) |
| Pack contents | 7 cards per pack at ¥290 (tax included); Deluxe pack 35 cards at ¥1,450 (tax included) |
| Zekrom ex versions we list as PSA 10 | SAR 169/086 and BWR 174/086 |
| Grade | PSA 10 (Gem Mint) |
The English release of Scarlet & Violet—Black Bolt followed on 18 July 2025, and the official Pokémon page names Zekrom ex among its Legendary and Mythical Pokémon. This article covers the Japanese edition.
Which Zekrom ex cards exist in Black Bolt?
Official pages show at least four Zekrom ex printings, and our PSA 10 stock covers two of them. The regular Double Rare is 037/086, which the official card search lists as RR with illustrator takuyoa. The SR is 161/086, listed by the official card search with the same illustrator. The SAR is 169/086 and the BWR is 174/086, as shown on our product pages.
| Version | Number | Rarity | PSA 10 page in our shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Rare | 037/086 | RR | Not listed |
| Super Rare | 161/086 | SR | Not listed |
| Special Art Rare | 169/086 | SAR | Yes, see PSA10 Zekrom ex SAR 169/086 |
| Black White Rare | 174/086 | BWR | Yes, see PSA10 Zekrom ex BWR 174/086 |
The English release uses different numbering. The English Pokémon card database shows Zekrom ex as 166/86, Special Illustration Rare, illustrated by danciao. Do not match that number to a Japanese 169/086 listing.
What does the Zekrom ex SAR 169/086 PSA 10 look like?
The SAR 169/086 is the Special Art Rare version of Zekrom ex, and we have it listed as a PSA 10 in several product pages. Each page names it “Zekrom ex No. 169/086, Rarity: SAR” from the Expansion Pack “Black Bolt”.
Because several pages carry the same card, compare the photos on each page before you order. The product descriptions note that a PSA case may have minor scratches or marks on its surface. The listings: first, second and third. All three are in stock.
What is the Zekrom ex BWR 174/086 PSA 10?
The BWR 174/086 is the Black White Rare version of Zekrom ex, and Pokémon’s official SV11 page confirms that both Zekrom ex and Reshiram ex have a BWR. The same page captions the Zekrom ex image “Black lightning races along the road to victory!” and numbers it 174 in Black Bolt.
We also have a second page for the same card: PSA10 Zekrom ex BWR 174/086. Both BWR pages are in stock.
What can Zekrom ex do in the game?
Zekrom ex has two attacks: Slash for 50, and Voltage Burst for 130 plus 50 more for each Prize card your opponent has taken. The English card page adds that Voltage Burst also does 30 damage to itself, that its weakness is Fighting ×2 and that its retreat cost is 2. As a Pokémon ex, it gives up 2 Prize cards when Knocked Out.
The official Japanese card pages for the RR 037/086 and the SR 161/086 list the same two attacks, Slash and Voltage Burst, as the English page.
Should I buy the SAR or the BWR Zekrom ex PSA 10?
Pick the SAR 169/086 if you want the Special Art Rare artwork, and the BWR 174/086 if you want the Black White Rare that Pokémon highlights for Zekrom ex. Both are Gem Mint PSA 10 and both are listed in stock, so the decision is about artwork. Open both photo sets and choose the one you like.
For more on how the versions relate, see Zekrom ex in Black Bolt: SV11B Numbers, Versions, Buying.
How does a PSA 10 Zekrom ex order ship?
Most orders are processed and shipped within 5 business days after PayPal or Wise payment has cleared, and that is an estimate, not a guarantee. Our shipping policy adds a PSA-specific note: PSA graded cards may also be sold through other channels, so an item shown online can sell before the allocation is locked. Once your payment has cleared, we secure the matching PSA card, even if more sourcing is needed, and dispatch may take longer then.
| Topic | What the policy says |
|---|---|
| Standard shipping | FedEx International Connect Plus, with tracking; usually 3-7 business days after dispatch (estimate) |
| Expedited shipping | FedEx International Priority, with tracking; usually 2-5 business days after dispatch (estimate) |
| Shipping cost | Calculated at checkout from your delivery address |
| Minimum order | None |
| Payment | Wise has no processing fee; PayPal and cards through PayPal carry a 5% payment processing fee. All payments are in JPY |
| Address | FedEx cannot deliver to P.O. Boxes |
After handoff to FedEx, customs processing and carrier events can delay delivery and are outside our control. See the payment methods page for the Wise deadlines and PayPal details.
Is there a Pikachu & Zekrom card from another set?
Yes. Pikachu & Zekrom GX SR: SA, number 101/095, comes from Expansion Pack “Tag Bolt” (SM9), and we list it as a PSA 10 page. It is a different card from Zekrom ex and is not part of Black Bolt.
More Zekrom and Black Bolt guides
These articles go wider than this single card:
- Zekrom PSA 10 Japanese Pokemon Cards: 39 Database Prints Compared
- Most Expensive Zekrom Pokémon Cards: Top Japanese Listings
- SV11B Secret Rare Guide: SAR, SR, AR and BWR Cards in Black Bolt
- SV11B Chase Cards: Rarity Tiers and PSA 10 Pages for Black Bolt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Zekrom ex Black Bolt PSA 10?
It is a Zekrom ex card from the Japanese expansion pack Black Bolt (SV11B) graded 10 (Gem Mint) by PSA. Our listings are the SAR 169/086 and BWR 174/086.
When did Japanese Black Bolt come out?
It released on June 6, 2025, the same day as White Flare. The English Black Bolt followed on 18 July 2025.
Are the PSA 10 Zekrom ex cards in stock?
Yes, the SAR 169/086 and BWR 174/086 pages are in stock as of this update. Because PSA cards also sell through other channels, a unit can sell before your order’s allocation is locked, in which case we secure a matching card after payment clears.
Does the Japanese 169/086 match the English 166/86?
No. The English database shows Zekrom ex as 166/86, Special Illustration Rare, while our Japanese listing is 169/086, SAR. Numbering differs between the editions.
How long does shipping take?
Most orders ship within 5 business days after payment clears, then FedEx usually takes 3-7 business days (standard) or 2-5 business days (expedited). These are estimates, not guarantees.
Which payment method has no fee?
Wise bank transfer carries no payment processing fee; PayPal and card payments through PayPal carry a 5% fee.
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