Empoleon
Empoleon is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Stormfront (#2). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $7.43 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Empoleon suits collectors working on Stormfront who need the Rare Holo slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Empoleon from Stormfront?
Empoleon is a Pokémon card in Stormfront numbered 2. It evolves from Prinplup. National Pokédex #395. 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 is Empoleon worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $7.43 for Empoleon. Low and high spread runs $5.70 to $89.80. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $7.43; Holofoil: $10.88. 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 | Stormfront |
|---|---|
| Number | 2 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $7.43 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.00 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $7.43 |
| Holofoil | $10.88 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Metal |
| Evolves from | Prinplup |
| Steel Wing | ColorlessColorless 40 During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to Empoleon by attacks is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance). |
| Whirlpool | WaterColorlessColorless 60 Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon. |
| Emperor Aura | Once during your turn (before your attack), when you play Empoleon from your hand to evolve 1 of your Active Pokémon, you may use this power. Your opponent can't attach any Energy cards from his or her hand to his or her Pokémon during your opponent's next turn. |
| Weakness | Lightning +30 |
How collectible is Empoleon?
Empoleon is listed as Rare Holo in Stormfront. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. 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 Stormfront, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou. 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 from Stormfront should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Empoleon is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Stormfront, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $7.43 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $7.43; Holofoil: $10.88).
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou 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 $7.43 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 $7.43 for ungraded Empoleon from Stormfront. 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 Stormfront (Diamond & Pearl) as card #2. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Empoleon?
Our catalog lists Empoleon as Rare Holo in Stormfront. 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 Stormfront. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Empoleon?
Finish variants of Empoleon carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $7.43; Holofoil: $10.88 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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