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Empoleon 38/162

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Set: BREAKthrough Released: Nov 4, 2015

Pokémon: Empoleon

Water Type Rare Holo Illustrator: Satoshi Shirai Pull Rate:1 in 90 packs (1.1%) Evolves From: Prinplup

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holofoil

Found in Booster Packs

1.07 $0.05 (4.90%)

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1.65 $0.11 (7.14%)

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Empoleon 38/162 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	65.00	—	x61
PSA9	27.77	—	x26
PSA8	6.48	—	x6.1
PSA7	10.76	—	x10

Empoleon 38/162 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
6
12.24%
$65.00
PSA 9 Mint
20
40.82%
$27.77
PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
15
30.61%
$6.48
PSA 7 Near Mint
4
8.16%
$10.76
PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
2
4.08%
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PSA 5 Excellent
1
2.04%
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PSA 4 Very Good-Excellent
1
2.04%
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PSA 3 Very Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 2 Good
0
0.00%
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PSA 1 Poor
0
0.00%
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Is Empoleon 38/162 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $1.07 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $33.41

$1.07

Raw

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PSA 1 —

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PSA 2 —

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PSA 3 —

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PSA 4 —

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PSA 5 —

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PSA 6 —

$10.76

PSA 7 −$19.71

$6.48

PSA 8 −$23.43

$27.77

PSA 9 −$4.91

$65

PSA 10 +$27.48

Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $1.07 raw cost.

Keep in mind: Don't forget about PSA upcharges! High-value cards that get top grades are often bumped to higher pricing tiers by PSA, which can alter your final profit margins.

Empoleon 38/162 Population Report

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
Empoleon
TypeWater
National Pokédex #[395]
Card Number 38/162
Card RarityRare Holo
Pull Rate1 in 90 packs (1.1%)
IllustratorSatoshi Shirai
LanguageEnglish
Release Date04/11/2015
SeriesXY
Expansion BREAKthrough
Evolves From
Prinplup
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionSinnoh
Generation Generation 4

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points140 HP
Weakness Grass ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Abilities

Ability: Dignified Fighter
Each of your Basic Pokémon's attacks does 20 more damage to your opponent's Active Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).

Attacks

Hydro Splash70

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Empoleon emerging powerfully, surrounded by vibrant, shattered light shards. Its majestic trident-like horns gleam, embodying strength and regal authority as it commands the icy, dynamic scene.

Playability Overview

Empoleon's ability to boost Basic Pokémon's attack damage encourages building a deck focused on Basic attackers, enhancing offensive pressure while balancing the need to evolve for its reliable damage output.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Regal WatersEmpoleon's art showcases its majestic presence with that striking blue and silver color scheme. The backdrop hints at a watery environment, perfect for highlighting its regal nature. This card would shine on a "Water Monarch" page, especially alongside other sophisticated Water types like Suicune or Gyarados, emphasizing their strength and elegance.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Noble / Shimmering / Royalty / Aquatic Majesty

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Empoleon 38/162

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holofoil

reverse Holofoil

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Empoleon 38/162 Graded Prices

Empoleon 38/162 Population Report

Is Empoleon 38/162 worth grading?

About Empoleon

Card Details

Card Attributes

Abilities

Attacks

Empoleon #38/162 Discussion

Raw Prices

holofoil

reverse Holofoil

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