Espeon 18 / 100 Pokemon Card from Majestic Dawn Set
Espeon is a Stage 1 Psychic-type Pokémon with 80 HP. It features artwork by Naoyo Kimura and is part of the Majestic Dawn set from the Diamond & Pearl series,…
Set: Majestic Dawn
Number: 18/100
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Espeon Pokémon Card
Espeon is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the Majestic Dawn set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number 18/100 and is classified as Rare. The Majestic Dawn set was released on May 1, 2008.
The card includes the flavor text: “Its fur has the look and feel of velvet. The orb on its forehead glows when it uses psycho-power.”.
Espeon Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Espeon
Card number: 18/100
Set: Majestic Dawn
Series: Diamond & Pearl
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Psychic
HP: 80
Artist: Naoyo Kimura
Release date: May 1, 2008
National Pokédex number: 196
Why Collect the Espeon Pokémon Card?
Espeon is a solid addition to the Majestic Dawn set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Espeon Pokémon Card
Espeon was illustrated by Naoyo Kimura.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Espeon Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Espeon is about $59.11. Recent listings range from roughly
0.70 (low) to $69.35 (high), with a mid-point near $60.91. 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 Majestic Dawn set has a median card value near $9.27 and an average near 6.84, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -78% over the last 7 days and -84% 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 Majestic Dawn set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Espeon Pokémon Card
Whether Espeon 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.
How Rare Is the Espeon Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Espeon are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Espeon
Espeon appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Neo Discovery 1 (around 96), HS—Undaunted 81 (around 03) and Aquapolis H9 (around
93).
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 Espeon Pokémon Card
The Espeon pokémon card is a Rare card from the Majestic Dawn set (Diamond & Pearl series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Majestic Dawn set. Its current aggregated market price is about $59.11; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Espeon card from?
Espeon is from the Majestic Dawn set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered 18/100 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Espeon card?
Espeon is classified as Rare.
How much is the Espeon 18/100 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $59.11, within a recent range of roughly
0.70 to $69.35. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Espeon card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Espeon card?
Rare cards like Espeon are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Majestic Dawn set released?
The Majestic Dawn set was released on May 1, 2008.
Are there other printings of Espeon?
Yes. Espeon appears on 17 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
