Emolga is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 70 HP. It is illustrated by artist Tomomi Ozaki and is part of the Black Bolt set from the Scarlet & Violet…
Set: Black Bolt
Number: 112/86
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Set
About the Emolga Pokémon Card
Emolga is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Black Bolt set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 112/86 and is classified as Illustration Rare. The Black Bolt set was released on July 18, 2025.
The card includes the flavor text: “The energy made in its cheeks' electric pouches is stored inside its membrane and released while it is gliding.”.
Emolga Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Emolga
Card number: 112/86
Set: Black Bolt
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Lightning
HP: 70
Artist: Tomomi Ozaki
Release date: July 18, 2025
National Pokédex number: 587
Why Collect the Emolga Pokémon Card?
Emolga sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Black Bolt set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Emolga Pokémon Card
Emolga was illustrated by Tomomi Ozaki.
For Illustration Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Emolga Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Emolga is about
1.80. Recent listings range from roughly 0.38 (low) to
18 (high), with a mid-point near
5.98. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Black Bolt set has a median card value near
.05 and an average near
0.37, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -3% over the last 7 days and -9% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Black Bolt set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Emolga Pokémon Card
Whether Emolga is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 447 copies of this card, of which 89 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 19.9%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Emolga Pokémon Card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Emolga are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (112/86) sits above the set's printed total of 86, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 447 copies to date.
Other Printings of Emolga
Emolga appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Treasures RC23 (around $84.05), Legendary Treasures 49 (around
5.15) and McDonald's Collection 2012 6 (around
0.33).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Emolga Pokémon Card
The Emolga pokémon card is a Illustration Rare card from the Black Bolt set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about
1.80; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Emolga card from?
Emolga is from the Black Bolt set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 112/86 with the Illustration Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Emolga card?
Emolga is classified as Illustration Rare.
How much is the Emolga 112/86 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
1.80, within a recent range of roughly
0.38 to
18. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Emolga card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 447 copies so far, with about 19.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Emolga?
PSA has graded 447 copies, of which 89 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 19.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Emolga card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Emolga are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Black Bolt set released?
The Black Bolt set was released on July 18, 2025.
Are there other printings of Emolga?
Yes. Emolga appears on 18 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
