Empoleon V Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Empoleon V is a Rare Holo V from the Battle Styles set, card number 40. With 210 HP, the Emperor’s Eyes Ability, and the Swirling Slice attack, it delivers a sleek, commanding presence backed by disruptive utility and dynamic offense.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: swsh5-40
• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic, V, Rapid Strike
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Regulation Mark: E
• Rules: V rule applies — when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This guide focuses on Empoleon V from Battle Styles, numbered 40. It is a Rare Holo V with no known alternate printings or reprints.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants.
• Identifiers: set code swsh5, number 40, artwork by Ayaka Yoshida.
• Distinguishing traits: Rapid Strike subtype and Regulation Mark E within the Sword & Shield era.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Emperor’s Eyes: Strategically nullifies opponent Basic Pokémon Abilities, except those with Rule Boxes, offering targeted disruption.
• Swirling Slice: Deals significant damage while enabling Energy management by moving Energy to a Benched Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the Rare Holo V finish by sleeving immediately, storing away from sunlight and moisture, and using rigid top loaders or binder pages with individual pockets to avoid bending and surface wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Battle Styles: Empoleon V appears as a powerful Rapid Strike Basic Pokémon with a disruptive Ability and a high-damage attack, fitting the set’s theme of dynamic battle strategies. The card’s Regulation Mark E places it within the mid-era Sword & Shield expansions.