Empoleon 037/172
Set: Brilliant Stars
Released: Feb 25, 2022
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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 037/172
- Card RarityRare Holo
- IllustratorKouki Saitou
- Release Date25/02/2022
- Regulation MarkF
- SeriesSword & Shield
- Expansion Brilliant Stars
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionSinnoh
- Generation Generation 4
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water - Health Points160 HP
- Weakness
Lightning ×2 - Retreat Cost

Colorless ×2
Abilities
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Ability:
Emergency Surfacing
Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is in your discard pile and you have no cards in your hand, you may put this Pokémon onto your Bench. If you do, draw 3 cards.
Attacks
- Water Arrow

This attack does 60 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Empoleon emerging powerfully from icy waters, surrounded by shattered ice and frosted air. Its regal three-horned crown gleams brightly against a cold, wintery landscape filled with towering ice formations.
Playability Overview
Empoleon’s ability to return from the discard when you have no cards encourages aggressive hand management and sustained pressure through drawing, while its moderate attack requires strategic support for consistent damage output.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Arctic MajestyThis Empoleon card radiates a powerful presence with its regal stance amid icy blues and whites. It’s perfect for a page featuring majestic Water types. Pair it with other Pokémon that embody the spirit of the ocean or icy landscapes, like Articuno or Walrein, to create an impressive display.Additional Binder Suggestions: Iceberg / Noble / Cool Tones / Emperor's Rule / Ocean Depths












