Empoleon
Empoleon is a Ultra Rare Pokémon TCG printing from BW8: Spiral Force (#056). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $49.99 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2012. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Empoleon suits collectors working on BW8: Spiral Force who need the Ultra Rare slot. Treat $49.99 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Empoleon from BW8: Spiral Force?
Empoleon is a Pokémon TCG card in BW8: Spiral Force numbered 056. Empoleon (#056) is a chase-tier Ultra Rare printing in BW8: Spiral Force. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes. 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 $49.99 for Empoleon. Low and high spread varies by finish. 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 | BW8: Spiral Force |
|---|---|
| Number | 056 |
| Rarity | Ultra Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $49.99 |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
| Holofoil | $49.99 |
How collectible is Empoleon?
Empoleon is listed as Ultra Rare in BW8: Spiral Force. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. 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 BW8: Spiral Force, rarity Ultra Rare. 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 (#056) is a chase-tier Ultra Rare printing in BW8: Spiral Force. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Empoleon is catalogued as Ultra Rare printing in BW8: Spiral Force, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $49.99.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $49.99 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 $49.99 for ungraded Empoleon from BW8: Spiral Force. 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 BW8: Spiral Force as card #056. 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 Ultra Rare in BW8: Spiral Force. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Empoleon good for collectors or players?
Empoleon is primarily a collector reference in BW8: Spiral Force. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Empoleon?
Grading only makes sense when Empoleon appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $49.99, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.