Espeon – POP Series 5 (#16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Espeon (#16) is a Rare card from POP - POP Series 5 released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Psychic Boom attack (30+ damage), Does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.. Cardmarket average sale is €8000.00, Floor listings start near €8000.00.
- Cardmarket trend price: €2906.24
- Recent low listing: €8000.00
Card Details
- Set
- POP Series 5
- Card Number
- 16
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Purple Ray
Once during your turn, when you put Espeon Star from your hand onto your Bench, you may use this power. Each Active Pokémon (both yours and your opponent's) is now Confused.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Psychic Boom
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 30+
Does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Espeon from POP Series 5 (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Espeon 16 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Espeon's Psychic Boom deals 30+ damage for Psychic + Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Espeon Cards
Looking for other Espeon cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POP Series 5 #16 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Rare | N/A |
�📦 POP Series 5 Set Context
This Espeon is part of the POP Series 5 expansion , released as part of the POP series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Espeon card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare cards from POP Series 5 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Espeon 16 was released in 2007 in the POP Series 5 expansion. This set is part of the POP series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: POP Series 5 is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Espeon have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Espeon card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Espeon works best in Psychic type decks.