Empoleon [Reverse Holo] Pokemon Dark Explorers #29
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Empoleon [Reverse Holo] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
This Dark Explorers Empoleon is the original print of the BW-era card that paired the Diving Draw Ability with Attack Command, a combo collectors remember for turning a Stage 2 into both a draw engine and a board-scaling attacker.
Artist
Naoki Saito illustrated this card, giving Empoleon a sharp, commanding presence that fits its 'Emperor Pokémon' identity and makes the reverse holo version especially striking in binder pages.
Set Lore
Empoleon appears in Black & White—Dark Explorers, the English release of Japan’s Dark Rush expansion, a set best known for its darker tone and heavy-hitting BW-era chase cards.
In-Game
Empoleon debuted in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl as the final evolution of Dawn’s starter line, tying this card directly to the Sinnoh era that introduced one of the franchise’s most regal Water-type starters.
Cultural Impact
Empoleon’s design blends an emperor penguin with imperial imagery and even a Napoleon-inspired naming motif, which helps explain why cards like this one feel so aristocratic and battle-ready to collectors.
Card Reference
About Empoleon [Reverse Holo] (Pokemon Dark Explorers #29)
Empoleon [Reverse Holo] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Dark Explorers set, card number 29, illustrated by Naoki Saito. This card has a Holo Rare rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the Black & White era, and was released in 2012. The current market price is $10.57, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $8.90 to $11.11, with a median of $9.92.
Card details
- Card Number
- #29
- Rarity
- Holo Rare
- Artist
- Naoki Saito
- Release Year
- 2012
- Language
- English
- Era
- Black & White
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Empoleon [Reverse Holo] from Pokemon Dark Explorers #29?
The current market price of Empoleon [Reverse Holo] is $10.57. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Empoleon [Reverse Holo] from?
Empoleon [Reverse Holo] is from the Pokemon Dark Explorers set, card number 29, released in 2012.
Is Empoleon [Reverse Holo] worth grading?
Whether Empoleon [Reverse Holo] is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Empoleon [Reverse Holo]?
You can buy or sell Empoleon [Reverse Holo] on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
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