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The Pokémon Company Empoleon V 146/163 – Battle Styles | Pokémon TCG English

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Empoleon V 146/163 – Alternate Full Art Ultra Rare from Battle Styles Command the battlefield with Empoleon V 146/163 from the Battle Styles expansion. Featuring breathtaking Alternate Full Art artwork, this highly collectible Ultra Rare card showcases the Emperor Pokémon overlooking its icy kingdom in one of the most iconic alternate art designs from the Sword & Shield era. With its unique artwork and competitive playability, Empoleon V 146/163 has become one of the most sought-after chase cards from Battle Styles. As one of the standout Alternate Art cards from Battle Styles, Empoleon V combines Legendary-inspired artwork, fan-favourite Pokémon appeal, and strong collector demand, making it an essential addition for Pokémon TCG collectors and master set builders alike. Card Details • Card Name: Empoleon V• Set: Battle Styles• Card Number: 146/163• Rarity: Alternate Full Art Ultra Rare• Card Type: Water• HP: 210• Stage: Basic• Battle Style: Rapid Strike• Language: English• Authenticity: 100% Genuine Pokémon TCG Why Empoleon V 146/163 is Popular • Stunning Alternate Full Art artwork• Features the iconic Emperor Pokémon Empoleon• One of the biggest chase cards from Battle Styles• Strong appeal among Sinnoh Pokémon collectors• Excellent binder and display centrepiece Battle Styles Collector Appeal Battle Styles remains one of the most popular Sword & Shield expansions thanks to: • Iconic Alternate Art Pokémon V cards• Introduction of Single Strike and Rapid Strike mechanics• Beautiful full-art artwork throughout the set• Strong collector demand for fan-favourite Pokémon• Excellent long-term collector appeal Empoleon V 146/163 stands out thanks to its spectacular Alternate Art illustration, competitive history, and popularity as one of the flagship cards from Battle Styles. Perfect For • Pokémon TCG collectors• Empoleon collectors• Sinnoh Pokémon fans• Alternate Art collectors• Battle Styles collectors Authentic Pokémon Card All single cards sold by Buy Any Cards are 100% genuine and carefully checked for quality and authenticity. Shopify SEO Section

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Pokémon Battle Styles – Singles, Ultra Rares & Secret Cards

Master two exciting ways to battle with Pokémon TCG: Sword & Shield—Battle Styles, the fifth main expansion in the Sword & Shield era. Introducing the brand-new Single Strike and Rapid Strike mechanics, Battle Styles transformed the Pokémon TCG by giving players new strategic ways to build decks and battle.

Featuring fan-favourite Pokémon including Single Strike Urshifu VMAX, Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX, Tyranitar V, Empoleon V, Victini VMAX and Corviknight VMAX, Battle Styles combines competitive gameplay with highly sought-after Alternate Art cards and powerful Pokémon VMAX.

Whether you're opening booster boxes, collecting Alternate Arts or building tournament-ready decks, shop the full Pokémon Battle Styles collection at Buy Any Cards including booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes, singles and sealed Pokémon products.

Released on 19th March 2021, Battle Styles introduced over 160 cards and marked the debut of the Single Strike and Rapid Strike mechanics that continued throughout the Sword & Shield era

Battle Styles is based on the Japanese Single Strike Master and Rapid Strike Master expansions and introduced a completely new battle mechanic centred around aggressive Single Strike attacks and tactical Rapid Strike strategies.

Collectors can discover:

Single Strike Pokémon
Rapid Strike Pokémon
Alternate Art Pokémon V
Pokémon VMAX
Rainbow Rare cards
Gold Secret Rare cards
Full Art Trainers

With 183 numbered cards including Secret Rares, Battle Styles remains one of the most influential Sword & Shield expansions thanks to its innovative gameplay and iconic chase cards.

Shop Pokémon Battle Styles:

Booster Boxes
Booster Packs
Elite Trainer Boxes (ETBs)
Sleeved Boosters
Singles
Build & Battle Boxes
Sealed Products
Graded Cards

Whether you're chasing the iconic Tyranitar V Alternate Art, collecting Urshifu cards or expanding your Sword & Shield collection, Battle Styles offers exciting pulls for collectors and competitive players alike.

Why Collect Pokémon Battle Styles?

Battle Styles is one of the most important Sword & Shield expansions because it introduced the Single Strike and Rapid Strike mechanics that became staples throughout the remainder of the era.

Collectors continue to chase cards including:

Tyranitar V Alternate Art
Empoleon V Alternate Art
Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX Alternate Art
Single Strike Urshifu VMAX Alternate Art
Cheryl Full Art
Phoebe Full Art

The Alternate Art Tyranitar V, often nicknamed the "Sleeping Tyranitar," has become one of the most recognisable cards of the Sword & Shield era thanks to its unique artwork and enduring popularity.

Battle Styles also introduced powerful competitive cards such as Octillery, Houndoom, Level Ball and Single Strike Energy, many of which played major roles in tournament-winning decks.

FAQ's – Pokémon Battle Styles

What is Pokémon Battle Styles?

Pokémon Battle Styles is the fifth main expansion in the Sword & Shield Pokémon TCG series and introduced the Single Strike and Rapid Strike battle mechanics.

When was Pokémon Battle Styles released?

Pokémon Battle Styles officially released on 19th March 2021

How many cards are in Battle Styles?

The set contains 163 main set cards plus 20 Secret Rares, for a total of 183 numbered cards.

What are Single Strike and Rapid Strike cards?

Single Strike Pokémon focus on powerful, high-damage attacks, while Rapid Strike Pokémon specialise in speed, flexibility and strategic combinations. These mechanics were first introduced in Battle Styles and continued throughout the Sword & Shield era.

The Pokémon Company Empoleon V 146/163 – Battle Styles | Pokémon TCG English

Pokémon Battle Styles – Singles, Ultra Rares & Secret Cards

Why Collect Pokémon Battle Styles?

FAQ's – Pokémon Battle Styles