Empoleon 34 / 156 Pokemon Card from Ultra Prism Set
Empoleon is a Stage 2 Water-type Pokémon with 160 HP. It is illustrated by artist nagimiso and is part of the Ultra Prism set from the Sun & Moon series. The…
- Set: Ultra Prism
- Number: 34/156
- Rarity: Rare
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About the Empoleon Pokémon Card
Empoleon is a Water-type Pokémon card with 160 HP from the Ultra Prism set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 34/156 and is classified as Rare. The Ultra Prism set was released on February 2, 2018.
The card includes the flavor text: “The three horns that extend from its beak attest to its power. The leader has the biggest horns.”.
Empoleon Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Empoleon
Card number: 34/156
Set: Ultra Prism
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Water
HP: 160
Artist: nagimiso
Release date: February 2, 2018
National Pokédex number: 395
Why Collect the Empoleon Pokémon Card?
Empoleon is a solid addition to the Ultra Prism 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 Empoleon Pokémon Card
Empoleon was illustrated by nagimiso.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Empoleon Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Empoleon is about
For context, the Ultra Prism set has a median card value near $0.81 and an average near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Ultra Prism set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Empoleon Pokémon Card
Whether Empoleon 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 63 copies of this card, of which 16 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 25.4%. 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 Empoleon Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Empoleon are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 63 copies to date.
Other Printings of Empoleon
Empoleon appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Plasma Freeze 117 (around
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 Empoleon Pokémon Card
The Empoleon pokémon card is a Rare card from the Ultra Prism set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Ultra Prism set. Its current aggregated market price is about
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Empoleon card from?
Empoleon is from the Ultra Prism set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 34/156 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Empoleon card?
Empoleon is classified as Rare.
How much is the Empoleon 34/156 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
Is the Empoleon card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 63 copies so far, with about 25.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Empoleon?
PSA has graded 63 copies, of which 16 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 25.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Empoleon card?
Rare cards like Empoleon are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Ultra Prism set released?
The Ultra Prism set was released on February 2, 2018.
Are there other printings of Empoleon?
Yes. Empoleon appears on 13 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.