Empoleon 4/130
Set: Diamond & Pearl Base
Released: May 1, 2007
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About Empoleon
The three horns that extend from its beak attest to its power. The leader has the biggest horns.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #395
- Card Number 4/130
- Card RarityRare Holo
- IllustratorNakaoka
- Release Date01/05/2007
- SeriesDiamond & Pearl
- Expansion Diamond & Pearl Base
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionSinnoh
- Generation Generation 4
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water - Health Points130 HP
- Weakness
Lightning +30 - Retreat Cost

Colorless ×2
Attacks
- Ice Blade


Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 40 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
- Aqua Jet70



Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Empoleon soaring majestically through an ethereal, star-speckled underwater realm, its trident-like horns glowing brightly as bubbles and light shimmer around, emphasizing its regal and powerful presence.
Playability Overview
Empoleon's balanced HP and attacks offer strategic flexibility, but reliance on coin flips and moderate damage output may limit its effectiveness in highly competitive play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Cosmic SwimThis Empoleon stands out with its starry, cosmic background — perfect as a page anchor for a deep-water or space-themed section. Pair it with other Water types or stellar cards to keep that vast, cool feel going strong.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Chill / Dark Blue / Starry Night / Deep Dive









