Question 1

What is the current market value of Empoleon V #40?

Accepted Answer

For Empoleon V in Battle Styles, the current reference price is $0.90. Compared with last week, pricing is 4.1% lower. Relative to the last 30 days, value is near baseline at $0.92. Its 90-day trading band runs between $0.69 and $1.05, producing a 40% range and moderate-volatility behavior. This version is categorized as Rare Holo V.

Question 2

Is Empoleon V #40 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Recent pricing has softened by 4.1% over 7 days, with the card now 14% below its 90-day high. Observed 90-day bounds of $0.69 and $1.05 create a 40% band, matching a moderate-volatility profile. Relative to the 30-day baseline ($0.92), pricing is near equilibrium. Condition sensitivity is substantial: PSA 10 carries a +3400% premium over raw value. PSA 9 is currently around $17.84, while PSA 10 is $31.50.

Question 3

What is Empoleon V #40 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Empoleon V appears in Battle Styles, released in 2021. Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare Holo V. Printed HP is 210. Energy typing is Water. Card subtype classification is Basic, V, and Rapid Strike. The card text reads: V rule: When your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. Printed ability include "Emperor's Eyes". The printed attacks highlight "Swirling Slice". It is weak to Lightning type energy. It requires 2 energy to retreat. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Empoleon cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Empoleon V often benchmark it against other Empoleon cards. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 3 cards, 2 distinct sets. Observed alternatives run from $0.85 to $66.74 (7752% spread). The current card sits -96% versus the sampled alternative average of $24.49. Notable alternatives include Empoleon V #SWSH108 (SWSH Black Star Promos) at $0.85, Empoleon V #145 (Battle Styles) at $5.87, and Empoleon V #146 (Battle Styles) at $66.74.

Question 5

What set is Empoleon V #40 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Battle Styles was released in 2021. Series classification for this set is Sword & Shield. With 183 listed cards, this is a large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 5 years old and sits in a modern-era collecting window. Empoleon V (#40) is one of the Rare Holo V prints in this expansion.

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