Empoleon
Empoleon is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Platinum (#26). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $9.29 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Empoleon suits collectors working on Platinum who need the Rare 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 Platinum?
Empoleon is a Pokémon card in Platinum numbered 26. 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 $9.29 for Empoleon. Low and high spread runs $4.99 to $199.90. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $9.29; Normal: $2.51. 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 | Platinum |
|---|---|
| Number | 26 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $9.29 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.49 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $9.29 |
| Normal | $2.51 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Prinplup |
| Knock Off | WaterColorless 40 Choose 1 card from your opponent's hand without looking and discard it. |
| Jet Smash | WaterColorlessColorless Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 70 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) Empoleon can't use Jet Smash during your next turn. |
| Weakness | Lightning +30 |
How collectible is Empoleon?
Empoleon is listed as Rare in Platinum. 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 Platinum, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. 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 Platinum should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Empoleon is catalogued as Rare printing in Platinum, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $9.29 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $9.29; Normal: $2.51).
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita 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 $9.29 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 $9.29 for ungraded Empoleon from Platinum. 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 Platinum (Platinum) as card #26. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Empoleon?
Our catalog lists Empoleon as Rare in Platinum. 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 Platinum. 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: $9.29; Normal: $2.51 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.