Empoleon
Empoleon is a Promo Pokémon TCG printing from BW Black Star Promos (#BW56). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.05 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2011. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Empoleon suits collectors working on BW Black Star Promos who need the Promo slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Empoleon from BW Black Star Promos?
Empoleon is a Pokémon card in BW Black Star Promos numbered BW56. If anyone were to hurt its pride, it would slash them with wings that can cleave through an ice floe. National Pokédex #395. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Empoleon worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.05 for Empoleon. Low and high spread runs $4.50 to $117.40. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | BW Black Star Promos |
|---|---|
| Number | BW56 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $13.05 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €6.02 |
| Holofoil | $13.05 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 140 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Prinplup |
| Fury Attack | Water 30× Flip 3 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads. |
| Cold Crush | WaterColorlessColorless 70 You may discard an Energy attached to this Pokémon. If you do, discard an Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Empoleon?
Empoleon is listed as Promo in BW Black Star Promos. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Empoleon?
Catalog fields: set BW Black Star Promos, rarity Promo. Illustrated by Shin Nagasawa. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Empoleon (#BW56) is a promo-line printing from BW Black Star Promos where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Empoleon is catalogued as Promo printing in BW Black Star Promos, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $13.05.
- Illustrator Shin Nagasawa has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $13.05 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Empoleon worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.05 for ungraded Empoleon from BW Black Star Promos. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Empoleon from?
Empoleon is listed in BW Black Star Promos (Black & White) as card #BW56. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Empoleon?
Our catalog lists Empoleon as Promo in BW Black Star Promos. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Empoleon good for collectors or players?
Empoleon includes gameplay stats in BW Black Star Promos. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.