Empoleon

Empoleon

Selected Masterpiece • 37/172
Artist Kouki Saitou
Market Price $0.25
Brilliant Stars Sword & Shield 2022
The Illustrator

Kouki Saitou

Kouki Saitou has been credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards since 2003, with artwork appearing through 2024. Their illustrations span sets including Platinum, Black & White, and Scarlet & Violet, often using vibrant color, clear character focus, and lively, balanced compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Empoleon standing confidently amidst a dazzling landscape of ice and snow, showcasing its regal presence. Its striking blue and white colors contrast beautifully with the icy backdrop, emphasizing its status as the Emperor Pokémon. The scene captures a moment of tranquility and strength, as Empoleon appears ready to protect its territory. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the serene yet powerful essence of this water-type Pokémon.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 20, 2026.

Card Type Water
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
25/02/2022

Water Arrow

This attack does 60 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost