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August 21, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 21, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 21, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

August 21, 2025 EX-99.1

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES FULL SUBSCRIPTION OF RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99.1 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES FULL SUBSCRIPTION OF RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla., August 21, 2025 - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced today that its previously announced rights offering (the “Rights Offerin

August 19, 2025 424B5

Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 33,766,388 Units, Consisting of an Aggregate of 471,698 Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Exercisable for 457,875 Shares of Common Stock

Supplement No. 3 to Prospectus Supplement dated July 10, 2025, and supplemented on July 24, 2025 and July 25, 2025 Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) (to prospectus dated September 22, 2023) Registration Statement No. 333-274327 Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 33,766,388 Units, Consisting of an Aggregate of 471,698 Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Exercisable for 457,875 Shares of Common St

August 19, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 19, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 19, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

August 19, 2025 EX-99.1

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES EXTENSION OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99.1 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES EXTENSION OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla., August 19, 2025 - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced today that it has extended the expiration date of its previ

August 15, 2025 EX-99.1

Empire Petroleum Secures Unanimous Victory to Advance CO2 Development and Protect EMSU Assets

EXHIBIT 99 Empire Petroleum Secures Unanimous Victory to Advance CO2 Development and Protect EMSU Assets TULSA, OK – (August 15, 2025) – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), an oil and gas company with producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced the New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission (“NMOCD” or the “Commission”) has issued a unanimous and favorable ruling regarding the Company’s rights to the Residual Oil Zone (“ROZ”) in the Eunice Monument South Unit (“EMSU”) Unitized Interval in Lea County, New Mexico.

August 15, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 15, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 15, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

August 14, 2025 EX-99

Empire Petroleum Reports Results for Second Quarter 2025 and Demonstrates Operational Momentum

EXHIBIT 99 Empire Petroleum Reports Results for Second Quarter 2025 and Demonstrates Operational Momentum TULSA, OK – (August 13, 2025) – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), an oil and gas company with producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, today reported operational and financial results for the second quarter 2025.

August 14, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 13, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 13, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

August 13, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of

August 13, 2025 EX-31.

Rule 13a - 14 (a)/15(d) - 14(a) Certification of Michael R. Morrisett, Principal Financial Officer (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Michael R. Morrisett, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

August 13, 2025 EX-10.2

Second Amendment to Revolver Loan Agreement dated as of June 18, 2025, by and between Empire North Dakota LLC, Empire ND Acquisition LLC, and Empire Texas Development LLC, as borrowers, and Equity Bank, as lender (submitted herewith).

EXHIBIT 10.2 SECOND AMENDMENT TO REVOLVER LOAN AGREEMENT THIS SECOND AMENDMENT TO REVOLVER LOAN AGREEMENT (this "Second Amendment") is entered into effective as of May , 2025, by and among EMPIRE NORTH DAKOTA LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("END"), EMPIRE ND ACQUISITION LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("Acquisition", and, together with END, collectively the "Original Borrowers

July 25, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JULY 25, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

July 25, 2025 EX-99.3

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES EXTENSION OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING AND CLARIFIES UNIT SUBSCRIPTION PRICE

EXHIBIT 99.6 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES EXTENSION OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING AND CLARIFIES UNIT SUBSCRIPTION PRICE TULSA, Okla., July 25, 2025 - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced today that it has exten

July 25, 2025 424B5

Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 33,766,388 Units, Consisting of an Aggregate of 471,698 Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Exercisable for 457,875 Shares of Common Stock

Supplement No. 2 to Prospectus Supplement dated July 10, 2025, and supplemented on July 24, 2025 Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) (to prospectus dated September 22, 2023) Registration Statement No. 333-274327 Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 33,766,388 Units, Consisting of an Aggregate of 471,698 Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Exercisable for 457,875 Shares of Common Stock This supplemen

July 25, 2025 EX-99.4

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.4 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders July 25, 2025 To Securities Dealers, Commercial Banks, Trust Companies and Other Nominees: This letter is being distributed by Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”) to all holders of record of shares of its common stock, par value $0.

July 25, 2025 EX-99.5

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.5 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders July 25, 2025 To Our Clients: Enclosed for your consideration are prospectus supplements, dated July 10, 2025, July 24, 2025 and July 25, 2025 (together, the “Prospectus Supplement”), and the accompanying prospectus, dated September 22, 2023

July 25, 2025 EX-99.3

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.3 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders July 25, 2025 Dear Security Holders: This notice is being distributed by Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”) to all holders of record of shares of its common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”), at the close of bu

July 25, 2025 EX-99.2

BENEFICIAL OWNER ELECTION FORM

EXHIBIT 99.2 BENEFICIAL OWNER ELECTION FORM The undersigned acknowledge(s) receipt of your letter and the enclosed materials referred to therein relating to the grant of non-transferable subscription rights (the “Subscription Rights”) to purchase units (the “Units”) of Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”), each unit including shares of common stock, par value $.001 per share (“Common Stock

July 25, 2025 EX-99.1

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS CERTIFICATE Evidencing Subscription Rights to Purchase Units of Empire Petroleum Corporation, Each Unit Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Exercisable for Shares of Common Stock Subscrip

EXHIBIT 99.1 Rights Certificate Number: Number of Rights: EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS CERTIFICATE Evidencing Subscription Rights to Purchase Units of Empire Petroleum Corporation, Each Unit Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Exercisable for Shares of Common Stock Subscription Price: $0.07367 per Unit SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE IF NOT EXERCISED ON OR BEFORE

July 24, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JULY 24, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JULY 24, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

July 24, 2025 424B5

Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 33,766,388 Units, Consisting of an Aggregate of 471,698 Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Exercisable for 457,875 Shares of Common Stock

Supplement No. 1 to Prospectus Supplement dated July 10, 2025 Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) (to prospectus dated September 22, 2023) Registration Statement No. 333-274327 Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 33,766,388 Units, Consisting of an Aggregate of 471,698 Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Exercisable for 457,875 Shares of Common Stock This supplement no. 1 dated July 24, 2025, or thi

July 24, 2025 EX-99.1

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES EXTENSION OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99.1 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES EXTENSION OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla., July 24, 2025 - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced today that it has extended the expiration date of its previou

July 10, 2025 EX-99.5

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.5 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders July 10, 2025 To Our Clients: Enclosed for your consideration is a prospectus supplement, dated July 10, 2025 (the “Prospectus Supplement”), and its accompanying prospectus, dated September 22, 2023 (the “Base Prospectus” and collectively, w

July 10, 2025 EX-99.4

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.4 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders July 10, 2025 To Securities Dealers, Commercial Banks, Trust Companies and Other Nominees: This letter is being distributed by Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”) to all holders of record of shares of its common stock, par value $0.

July 10, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JULY 10, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JULY 10, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

July 10, 2025 424B5

Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 33,766,388 Units, Consisting of an Aggregate of 471,698 Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Exercisable for 457,875 Shares of Common Stock

PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) (to prospectus dated September 22, 2023) Registration Statement No.

July 10, 2025 EX-99.1

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS CERTIFICATE Evidencing Subscription Rights to Purchase Units of Empire Petroleum Corporation, Each Unit Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Exercisable for Shares of Common Stock Subscrip

EXHIBIT 99.1 Rights Certificate Number: Number of Rights: EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS CERTIFICATE Evidencing Subscription Rights to Purchase Units of Empire Petroleum Corporation, Each Unit Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants Exercisable for Shares of Common Stock Subscription Price: $5.30 per Unit SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE IF NOT EXERCISED ON OR BEFORE 5:0

July 10, 2025 EX-99.3

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.3 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Units, Consisting of Shares of Common Stock and Warrants, Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders July 10, 2025 Dear Security Holders: This notice is being distributed by Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”) to all holders of record of shares of its common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”), at the close of bu

July 10, 2025 EX-99.6

BENEFICIAL OWNER ELECTION FORM

EXHIBIT 99.6 BENEFICIAL OWNER ELECTION FORM The undersigned acknowledge(s) receipt of your letter and the enclosed materials referred to therein relating to the grant of non-transferable subscription rights (the “Subscription Rights”) to purchase units (the “Units”) of Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”), each unit including shares of common stock, par value $.001 per share (“Common Stock

July 10, 2025 EX-99.7

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES COMMENCEMENT OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99.7 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES COMMENCEMENT OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla., July 10, 2025 - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced today that it has commenced its previously announced subsc

July 10, 2025 EX-99.2

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION RIGHTS WARRANTS CERTIFICATE Evidencing Warrants Exercisable for Shares of Common Stock Exercise Price: $5.46 per Share RIGHTS WARRANTS WILL EXPIRE IF NOT EXERCISED ON OR BEFORE 5:00 P.M., EASTERN TIME, ON OCTOBER ___, 202

EXHIBIT 99.2 Rights Warrants Certificate Number: Number of Warrants: EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION RIGHTS WARRANTS CERTIFICATE Evidencing Warrants Exercisable for Shares of Common Stock Exercise Price: $5.46 per Share RIGHTS WARRANTS WILL EXPIRE IF NOT EXERCISED ON OR BEFORE 5:00 P.M., EASTERN TIME, ON OCTOBER , 2025, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE COMPANY Dear Stockholder: As the registered owner of this

June 30, 2025 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RECORD DATE FOR PROPOSED RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99.1 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RECORD DATE FOR PROPOSED RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla., June 30, 2025 - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced today that its Board of Directors has fixed the close of business on J

June 30, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JUNE 30, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

June 23, 2025 EX-10

Empire Petroleum Corporation Promissory Note Due June 17, 2027 in the aggregate principal amount of $4.0 million in favor of Phil E. Mulacek.

EXHIBIT 10 THIS NOTE HAS NOT BEEN REGISTERED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION OR THE SECURITIES COMMISSION OF ANY STATE IN RELIANCE UPON AN EXEMPTION FROM REGISTRATION UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED (THE “SECURITIES ACT”), AND, ACCORDINGLY, MAY NOT BE OFFERED OR SOLD EXCEPT PURSUANT TO AN EFFECTIVE REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OR PURSUANT TO AN AVAILABLE EXEMPTION FROM, OR IN A TRANSACTION NOT SUBJECT TO, THE REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS OF THE SECURITIES ACT AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE SECURITIES LAWS AS EVIDENCED BY A LEGAL OPINION OF COUNSEL TO THE TRANSFEROR TO SUCH EFFECT, THE SUBSTANCE OF WHICH SHALL BE REASONABLY ACCEPTABLE TO THE COMPANY.

June 23, 2025 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JUNE 17, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

June 13, 2025 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JUNE 12, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

May 15, 2025 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MAY 14, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employ

May 15, 2025 EX-99

Empire Petroleum Reports Results for First Quarter 2025 and Advances Operational Initiatives

EXHIBIT 99 Empire Petroleum Reports Results for First Quarter 2025 and Advances Operational Initiatives TULSA, OK – (May 14, 2025) – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), an oil and gas company with producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, today reported operational and financial results for the first quarter 2025.

May 14, 2025 EX-31.

Rule 13a - 14 (a)/15(d) - 14(a) Certification of Michael R. Morrisett, Principal Financial Officer (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Michael R. Morrisett, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

May 14, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name o

April 30, 2025 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)

March 28, 2025 EX-99

Empire Petroleum Reports Results for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 and Provides Operational Updates

EXHIBIT 99 Empire Petroleum Reports Results for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 and Provides Operational Updates TULSA, OK – (March 27, 2025) – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), an oil and gas company with producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, today reported operational and financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2024, including year-end 2024 proved reserves.

March 28, 2025 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MARCH 27, 2025 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

March 27, 2025 EX-99.1

Cawley, Gillespie & Associates, Inc. Summary Report (submitted herewith).

EXHIBIT 99.1 March 25, 2025 Mr. Michael R. Morrisett President Empire Petroleum Corporation 2200 S. Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, OK 74114 Re: Evaluation Summary Empire Petroleum Corporation Interests Various States Proved Developed Reserves As of December 31, 2024 Dear Mr. Morrisett: As requested, we are submitting our estimates of proved developed reserves and our forecasts of the resulting econ

March 27, 2025 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☑   ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SEC

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☑   ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-16653 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATIO

March 27, 2025 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Empire Petroleum Corporation (submitted herewith).

EXHIBIT 21 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Subsidiaries Entity Place of Incorporation/Organization Empire Louisiana LLC Delaware Empire New Mexico LLC Delaware Empire EMSU LLC Delaware Empire EMSU-B LLC Delaware Empire AGU LLC Delaware Empire NM Assets LLC Delaware Empire North Dakota LLC Delaware Empire ND Acquisition LLC Delaware Empire Northwest Shelf LLC Delaware Empire Texas LLC Delaware Empire

March 27, 2025 EX-19

Empire Petroleum Corporation Insider Trading Policy (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 19 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Insider Trading Policy Updated April 18, 2024 Background The Board of Directors of Empire Petroleum Corporation (“Empire”) has adopted this Insider Trading Policy relating to the trading of Empire securities as well as the securities of publicly traded companies with whom Empire has a business relationship.

November 27, 2024 SC 13D/A

EP / Empire Petroleum Corporation / Mulacek Phil E - PHIL MULACEK / SCHEDULE 13DA2 Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 mulacek13d-18912.htm PHIL MULACEK / SCHEDULE 13DA2 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 292034 30 3 (CUSIP Number) Philippe E. Mulacek 25025 Interstate 45, STE 420

November 22, 2024 EX-99

Empire Petroleum Increases Revolver Loan Facility with Equity Bank to $20 Million in Support of Strategic Growth Initiatives

EXHIBIT 99 Empire Petroleum Increases Revolver Loan Facility with Equity Bank to $20 Million in Support of Strategic Growth Initiatives • Amended current revolver commitment from $10 Million to $20 Million • Initially provides additional financial capacity of over $11 Million TULSA, OK – (November 22, 2024) – Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”) today announced that it has entered into an amendment to its Revolver Loan Agreement with Equity Bank (Equity Bancshares, Inc.

November 22, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): NOVEMBER 18, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

November 22, 2024 EX-10

First Amendment to Revolver Loan Agreement dated as of November 18, 2024, by and between Empire North Dakota LLC and Empire ND Acquisition LLC, as borrowers, and Equity Bank, as lender.

EXHIBIT 10 FIRST AMENDMENT TO REVOLVER LOAN AGREEMENT THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO REVOLVER LOAN AGREEMENT (this "First Amendment") is entered into effective as of November 18, 2024, between EMPIRE NORTH DAKOTA LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("END"), and EMPIRE ND ACQUISITION LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("Acquisition", and, together with END, collectively, "Borrowers"), and EQUITY BANK, a Kansas banking corporation (the "Bank").

November 15, 2024 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): NOVEMBER 14, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

November 15, 2024 EX-99

Empire Petroleum Reports Q3 2024 Results and Provides Strategic Operational Updates

EXHIBIT 99 Empire Petroleum Reports Q3 2024 Results and Provides Strategic Operational Updates TULSA, OK – (November 14, 2024) – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), an oil and gas company with producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, today reported 2024 third quarter results and progress on its North Dakota development program.

November 13, 2024 EX-31.

Rule 13a - 14 (a)/15(d) - 14(a) Certification of Michael R. Morrisett, Chief Executive Officer (principal financial officer) (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Michael R. Morrisett, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

November 13, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact na

October 28, 2024 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES FULL SUBSCRIPTION OF RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES FULL SUBSCRIPTION OF RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla.

October 28, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): OCTOBER 25, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Em

October 10, 2024 424B5

Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 1,980,198 Shares of Common Stock at $5.05 Per Share

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Statement No. 333-274327 Supplement No. 1 to Prospectus Supplement dated September 30, 2024 (to prospectus dated September 22, 2023) Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 1,980,198 Shares of Common Stock at $5.05 Per Share This supplement no. 1 dated October 10, 2024, or this supplement, supplements, modifies and supersedes, only to the extent indicate

October 1, 2024 8-K

Other Events, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): OCTOBER 1, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

October 1, 2024 EX-99.5

BENEFICIAL OWNER ELECTION FORM

EXHIBIT 99.5 BENEFICIAL OWNER ELECTION FORM The undersigned acknowledge(s) receipt of your letter and the enclosed materials referred to therein relating to the grant of non-transferable subscription rights (the “Subscription Rights”) to purchase shares of common stock, par value $.001 per share (“Common Stock”), of Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”) pursuant to a rights offering (the “R

October 1, 2024 EX-99.4

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 1,980,198 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.4 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 1,980,198 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders October 1, 2024 To Our Clients: Enclosed for your consideration is a prospectus supplement, dated October 1, 2024 (the “Prospectus Supplement”), and its accompanying prospectus, dated September 22, 2023 (the “Base Prospectus” and collectively, with the Prospectus Su

October 1, 2024 EX-99.1

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS CERTIFICATE Evidencing Subscription Rights to Purchase Shares of Common Stock of Empire Petroleum Corporation Subscription Price: $5.05 per Share SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE IF NOT EXERCISED ON OR

EXHIBIT 99.1 Rights Certificate Number: Number of Rights: EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS CERTIFICATE Evidencing Subscription Rights to Purchase Shares of Common Stock of Empire Petroleum Corporation Subscription Price: $5.05 per Share SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE IF NOT EXERCISED ON OR BEFORE 5:00 P.M., EASTERN TIME, ON OCTOBER 16, 2024, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE COMPANY Dear Sto

October 1, 2024 424B5

Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 1,980,198 Shares of Common Stock at $5.05 Per Share

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Statement No. 333-274327 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (to prospectus dated September 22, 2023) Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 1,980,198 Shares of Common Stock at $5.05 Per Share Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Company,” “we,” “us” or “our”), is distributing at no charge to the holders of our common stock, par value $0.001 per

October 1, 2024 EX-99.6

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES COMMENCEMENT OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99.6 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES COMMENCEMENT OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla., October 1, 2024 - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced today that it has commenced its previously announced sub

October 1, 2024 EX-99.3

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 1,980,198 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.3 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 1,980,198 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders October 1, 2024 To Securities Dealers, Commercial Banks, Trust Companies and Other Nominees: This letter is being distributed to securities dealers, commercial banks, trust companies and other nominees by Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”) in connection wi

October 1, 2024 EX-99.2

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 1,980,198 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.2 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 1,980,198 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders October 1, 2024 Dear Security Holders: This notice is being distributed by Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”) to all holders of record of shares of its common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”), at the close of business on September 30,

September 13, 2024 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 13, 2024.

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 13, 2024. Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 73-1238709 (State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer incorporatio

September 13, 2024 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1 – Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered (1)(2) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit(3) Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Equity Common Stock, Par Value $0.

September 6, 2024 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

August 15, 2024 EX-99

Empire Petroleum Reports Q2 2024 Results and Provides an Update for North Dakota Drilling Program

EXHIBIT 99 Empire Petroleum Reports Q2 2024 Results and Provides an Update for North Dakota Drilling Program TULSA, OK – (August 14, 2024) – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), an oil and gas company with producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, today reported 2024 second quarter results and progress on its North Dakota development drilling program.

August 15, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 14, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 14, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

August 14, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of

August 14, 2024 EX-31.

Rule 13a - 14 (a)/15(d) - 14(a) Certification of Michael R. Morrisett, Chief Executive Officer (principal financial officer) (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Michael R. Morrisett, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

August 6, 2024 EX-10

First Amendment to Revolver Loan Agreement dated as of November 18, 2024, by and between Empire North Dakota LLC and Empire ND Acquisition LLC, as borrowers, and Equity Bank, as lender (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated November 18, 2024, which was filed on November 22, 2024).

Exhibit 10 NOTE REPAYMENT AND LOAN TERMINATION AGREEMENT This NOTE REPAYMENT AND LOAN TERMINATION AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is executed July 31, 2024, but effective as of July 1, 2024 (the “Effective Date”), is entered into by between • Petroleum Independent & Exploration, LLC, a Nevada limited liability company (“Lender”); • Empire Texas LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Borrower”); and • Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (“Empire” and, together with Lender and Borrower, collectively, the “Parties” and each, a “Party”).

August 6, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JULY 31, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JULY 31, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

July 10, 2024 SC 13D/A

EP / Empire Petroleum Corporation / Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. - ENERGY EVOLUTION / EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION - 13D/A(#3) Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 292034 30 3 (CUSIP Number) Sterling Mulacek, Director Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. 25025 Interstate 45 North, STE 420 The Woodlands

June 28, 2024 SC 13D/A

EP / Empire Petroleum Corporation / Mulacek Phil E - PHIL MULACEK / SCHEDULE 13DA1 Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 mulacek13d-18852.htm PHIL MULACEK / SCHEDULE 13DA1 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 292034 30 3 (CUSIP Number) Philippe E. Mulacek 25025 Interstate 45, STE 420

June 18, 2024 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JUNE 14, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

May 31, 2024 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MAY 24, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employ

May 31, 2024 EX-4

Common Share Warrant Certificate No. Energy Evolution-2 dated May 31, 2024

EXHIBIT 4 THE SECURITIES REPRESENTED BY THIS CERTIFICATE HAVE NOT BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED, OR UNDER ANY STATE SECURITIES ACT.

May 16, 2024 EX-99

Empire Petroleum Provides Encouraging North Dakota Drilling Program Update and Reports Q1 2024 Results

EXHIBIT 99 Empire Petroleum Provides Encouraging North Dakota Drilling Program Update and Reports Q1 2024 Results TULSA, OK – (May 15, 2024) – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), an oil and gas company with producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, today provided an update on its North Dakota development drilling program and reported results for the first quarter of 2024.

May 16, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MAY 15, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employ

May 15, 2024 EX-31.

Rule 13a - 14 (a)/15(d) - 14(a) Certification of Michael R. Morrisett, Chief Executive Officer (principal financial officer) (submitted herewith)

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Michael R. Morrisett, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

May 15, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name o

May 13, 2024 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MAY 10, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employ

April 29, 2024 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)

April 22, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): APRIL 20, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

April 12, 2024 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES FULL SUBSCRIPTION OF RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES FULL SUBSCRIPTION OF RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla.

April 12, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): APRIL 11, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

April 1, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MARCH 28, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

April 1, 2024 EX-99.2

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES MODIFICATION OF TERMS OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99.2 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES MODIFICATION OF TERMS OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla., March 28, 2024 - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced today that it has modified the terms of its prev

April 1, 2024 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2023 ~ Starbuck Drilling Program in North Dakota Continuing to Provide Encouraging Results ~

EXHIBIT 99.1 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2023 ~ Starbuck Drilling Program in North Dakota Continuing to Provide Encouraging Results ~ TULSA, OK – (April 1, 2024) – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), an oil and gas company with producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana today announced operationa

March 28, 2024 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Empire Petroleum Corporation (submitted herewith).

EXHIBIT 21 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Subsidiaries Entity Place of Incorporation/Organization Empire Louisiana LLC Delaware Empire New Mexico LLC Delaware Empire EMSU LLC Delaware Empire EMSU-B LLC Delaware Empire AGU LLC Delaware Empire NM Assets LLC Delaware Empire North Dakota LLC Delaware Empire ND Acquisition LLC Delaware Empire Northwest Shelf LLC Delaware Empire Texas LLC Delaware Empire

March 28, 2024 EX-99.1

Cawley, Gillespie & Associates, Inc. Summary Report (submitted herewith).

EXHIBIT 99.1 March 21, 2024 Mr. Michael R. Morrisett President Empire Petroleum Corporation 2200 S. Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, OK 74114 Re: Evaluation Summary Empire Petroleum Corporation Interests Various States Proved Developed Reserves As of December 31, 2023 Dear Mr. Morrisett: As requested, we are submitting our estimates of proved developed reserves and our forecasts of the resulting econ

March 28, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☑   ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SEC

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☑   ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-16653 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATIO

March 28, 2024 EX-97

Empire Petroleum Corporation Policy for the Recovery of Erroneously Awarded Compensation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 97 to the Company's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, which was filed on March 28, 2024).

EXHIBIT 97 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION POLICY FOR THE RECOVERY OF ERRONEOUSLY AWARDED COMPENSATION 1.

March 28, 2024 424B5

Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 4,132,232 Shares of Common Stock at $5.00 Per Share

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Statement No. 333-274327 Supplement No. 1 to Prospectus Supplement dated March 7, 2024 (to prospectus dated September 22, 2023) Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 4,132,232 Shares of Common Stock at $5.00 Per Share This supplement no. 1 dated March 28, 2024, or this supplement, supplements, modifies and supersedes, only to the extent indicated herei

March 14, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MARCH 14, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

March 14, 2024 EX-99

Empire Petroleum to Participate in the 36th Annual ROTH Conference March 14, 2024

EXHIBIT 99 Empire Petroleum to Participate in the 36th Annual ROTH Conference March 14, 2024 TULSA, Okla.

March 13, 2024 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MARCH 12, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

March 8, 2024 8-K

Other Events, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MARCH 7, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

March 8, 2024 EX-99.1

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS CERTIFICATE Evidencing Subscription Rights to Purchase Shares of Common Stock of Empire Petroleum Corporation Subscription Price: $6.05 per Share SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE IF NOT EXERCISED ON OR

EXHIBIT 99.1 Rights Certificate Number:  Number of Rights: EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS CERTIFICATE Evidencing Subscription Rights to Purchase Shares of Common Stock of Empire Petroleum Corporation Subscription Price: $6.05 per Share SUBSCRIPTION RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE IF NOT EXERCISED ON OR BEFORE 5:00 P.M., EASTERN TIME, ON APRIL 3, 2024, UNLESS EXTENDED BY THE COMPANY Dear Stock

March 8, 2024 EX-99.2

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 4,132,232 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.2 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 4,132,232 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders March 7, 2024 Dear Security Holders: This notice is being distributed by Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”) to all holders of record of shares of its common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”), at the close of business on March 7, 2024 (

March 8, 2024 EX-99.5

BENEFICIAL OWNER ELECTION FORM

EXHIBIT 99.5 BENEFICIAL OWNER ELECTION FORM The undersigned acknowledge(s) receipt of your letter and the enclosed materials referred to therein relating to the grant of non-transferable subscription rights (the “Subscription Rights”) to purchase shares of common stock, par value $.001 per share (“Common Stock”), of Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”) pursuant to a rights offering (the “R

March 8, 2024 EX-99.2

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES COMMENCEMENT OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99.6 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES COMMENCEMENT OF PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla., March 7, 2024 - (NEWSWIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced today that it has commenced its previously announced subscripti

March 8, 2024 EX-99.3

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 4,132,232 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.3 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 4,132,232 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders March 7, 2024 To Securities Dealers, Commercial Banks, Trust Companies and Other Nominees: This letter is being distributed to securities dealers, commercial banks, trust companies and other nominees by Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”) in connection with

March 8, 2024 EX-99.4

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 4,132,232 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders

EXHIBIT 99.4 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 4,132,232 Shares of Common Stock Offered Pursuant to Rights Distributed to Security Holders March 7, 2024 To Our Clients: Enclosed for your consideration is a prospectus supplement, dated March 7, 2023 (the “Prospectus Supplement”), and its accompanying prospectus, dated September 22, 2023 (the “Base Prospectus” and collectively, with the Prospectus Supple

March 8, 2024 424B5

Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 4,132,232 Shares of Common Stock at $6.05 Per Share

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Statement No. 333-274327 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (to prospectus dated September 22, 2023) Subscription Rights to Purchase Up to 4,132,232 Shares of Common Stock at $6.05 Per Share Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Company,” “we,” “us” or “our”), is distributing at no charge to the holders of our common stock, par value $0.001 per

February 28, 2024 EX-99.1

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RECORD DATE FOR PROPOSED RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99.1 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RECORD DATE FOR PROPOSED RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla., February 28, 2024 - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced today that its Board of Directors has fixed the close of business

February 28, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): FEBRUARY 28, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLE

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): FEBRUARY 28, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

February 28, 2024 EX-99.2

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ISSUES CORRECTION FOR PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED PROPOSED RIGHTS OFFERING

EXHIBIT 99.2 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ISSUES CORRECTION FOR PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED PROPOSED RIGHTS OFFERING TULSA, Okla., February 28, 2024 - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, announced today a correction to its prior announcement rega

February 23, 2024 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): FEBRUARY 23, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

February 23, 2024 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES OPERATIONAL UPDATE AND PRELIMINARY FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR FOURTH QUARTER 2023 Starbuck Drilling Program in North Dakota Providing Solid Results Driving Further Asset Development Efforts Across Remaining Attractive Portfolio,

EXHIBIT 99 EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES OPERATIONAL UPDATE AND PRELIMINARY FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR FOURTH QUARTER 2023 Starbuck Drilling Program in North Dakota Providing Solid Results Driving Further Asset Development Efforts Across Remaining Attractive Portfolio, Including Near-Term Focus on New Mexico and Texas TULSA, OK (February 23, 2024) – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), an oil and gas company with producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas and Louisiana, today provided an update on its program to further develop its Starbuck Field located in North Dakota (the ”Starbuck Drilling Program”).

February 21, 2024 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): FEBRUARY 16, 2024 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

February 21, 2024 EX-10

Empire Petroleum Corporation Promissory Note Due February 15, 2026 in the aggregate principal amount of $5.0 million in favor of Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated February 16, 2024, which was filed on February 21, 2024).

EXHIBIT 10 THIS NOTE HAS NOT BEEN REGISTERED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION OR THE SECURITIES COMMISSION OF ANY STATE IN RELIANCE UPON AN EXEMPTION FROM REGISTRATION UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED (THE “SECURITIES ACT”), AND, ACCORDINGLY, MAY NOT BE OFFERED OR SOLD EXCEPT PURSUANT TO AN EFFECTIVE REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OR PURSUANT TO AN AVAILABLE EXEMPTION FROM, OR IN A TRANSACTION NOT SUBJECT TO, THE REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS OF THE SECURITIES ACT AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE SECURITIES LAWS AS EVIDENCED BY A LEGAL OPINION OF COUNSEL TO THE TRANSFEROR TO SUCH EFFECT, THE SUBSTANCE OF WHICH SHALL BE REASONABLY ACCEPTABLE TO THE COMPANY.

January 5, 2024 EX-10

Revolver Loan Agreement, dated as of December 29, 2023, by and between Empire North Dakota LLC and Empire ND Acquisition LLC, as borrowers, and Equity Bank, as lender (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated December 29, 2023, which was filed on January 5, 2024).

EXHIBIT 10 REVOLVER LOAN AGREEMENT Dated as of December 29, 2023, by and among EMPIRE NORTH DAKOTA LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and EMPIRE ND ACQUISITION LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (COLLECTIVELY, "BORROWERS") and EQUITY BANK (THE "BANK") REVOLVER LOAN AGREEMENT THIS REVOLVER LOAN AGREEMENT dated effective as of December 29, 2023 (the "Effective Date"), is entered into between EMPIRE NORTH DAKOTA LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("END"), and EMPIRE ND ACQUISITION LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("Acquisition", and, together with END, collectively, "Borrowers"), and EQUITY BANK, a Kansas banking corporation (the "Bank").

January 5, 2024 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant, Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): DECEMBER 29, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

December 1, 2023 EX-10

Letter Amendment to Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of December 1, 2023, by and between Phil Mulacek and Empire Petroleum Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated December 1, 2023, which was filed on December 1, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10 Phil Mulacek 25025 Interstate 45, STE 420 The Woodlands, Texas 77380 December 1, 2023 Empire Petroleum Corporation 2200 South Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74114 Re: That certain Securities Purchase Agreement dated as of November 29, 2023, by and between Empire Petroleum Corporation and Phil Mulacek (the “SPA”) Ladies and Gentlemen: This letter is to memorialize our understanding and agreement with respect to an amendment to the SPA.

December 1, 2023 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): DECEMBER 1, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Em

November 29, 2023 EX-10.1

Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of November 29, 2023, by and between Phil Mulacek and Empire Petroleum Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated November 29, 2023, which was filed on November 29, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10.1 SECURITIES PURCHASE AGREEMENT 2200 South Utica Place Suite 150 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74114 (539) 444-8002 November 29, 2023 TO: Phil Mulacek 25025 Interstate 45, STE 420 The Woodlands, Texas 77380 The undersigned, Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), hereby agrees with you as follows, effective as of the date above written: 1. Authorization and Sale of the C

November 29, 2023 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): NOVEMBER 29, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

November 29, 2023 EX-10.2

Securities Purchase Agreement, dated as of November 29, 2023, by and between Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. and Empire Petroleum Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated November 29, 2023, which was filed on November 29, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10.2 SECURITIES PURCHASE AGREEMENT 2200 South Utica Place Suite 150 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74114 (539) 444-8002 November 29, 2023 TO: Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. c/o E2 Investment Advisors LLC 25025 Interstate 45, STE 420 The Woodlands, Texas 77380 The undersigned, Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), hereby agrees with you as follows, effective as of the d

November 13, 2023 EX-10.2

Empire North Dakota LLC Amended and Restated Promissory Note Due December 31, 2024 in the original aggregate principal amount of $5.0 million in favor of Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated November 9, 2023, which was filed on November 13, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10.2 THIS NOTE HAS NOT BEEN REGISTERED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION OR THE SECURITIES COMMISSION OF ANY STATE IN RELIANCE UPON AN EXEMPTION FROM REGISTRATION UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED (THE “SECURITIES ACT”), AND, ACCORDINGLY, MAY NOT BE OFFERED OR SOLD EXCEPT PURSUANT TO AN EFFECTIVE REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OR PURSUANT TO AN AVAILAB

November 13, 2023 EX-10.1

Empire North Dakota LLC Amended and Restated Promissory Note Due December 31, 2024 in the original aggregate principal amount of $5.0 million in favor of Phil Mulacek (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated November 9, 2023, which was filed on November 13, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10.1 THIS NOTE HAS NOT BEEN REGISTERED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION OR THE SECURITIES COMMISSION OF ANY STATE IN RELIANCE UPON AN EXEMPTION FROM REGISTRATION UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED (THE “SECURITIES ACT”), AND, ACCORDINGLY, MAY NOT BE OFFERED OR SOLD EXCEPT PURSUANT TO AN EFFECTIVE REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OR PURSUANT TO AN AVAILAB

November 13, 2023 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): NOVEMBER 9, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Em

November 13, 2023 EX-31.

Rule 13a - 14 (a)/15(d) - 14(a) Certification of Stephen L. Faulkner, Jr., Chief Financial Officer (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Stephen L. Faulkner, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleadi

November 13, 2023 EX-10.8

Shared Services Agreement, dated as of August 1, 2023, by and between PIE Operating, LLC and Empire Petroleum Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.8 to the Company’s Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2023, which was filed on November 13, 2023).

Exhibit 10.8 SHARED SERVICES AGREEMENT This Shared Services Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of August 1, 2023, by and between PIE Operating, LLC, a Texas limited liability company (individually and, collectively with its Affiliates, “PIE”), and Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (individually and, collectively with its Affiliates, “Empire”). Each of PIE a

November 13, 2023 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR THIRD QUARTER 2023 ~ Strategic Initiatives Executed in Q3 Further Position Empire for Long-Term Success ~ ~ Continuing to Make Significant Progress on Starbuck Drilling Program ~

EXHIBIT 99 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NYSE American – EP EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR THIRD QUARTER 2023 ~ Strategic Initiatives Executed in Q3 Further Position Empire for Long-Term Success ~ ~ Continuing to Make Significant Progress on Starbuck Drilling Program ~ Tulsa, Oklahoma – November 13, 2023 – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), an oil and gas company with producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas and Louisiana, today announced operational and financial results for the third quarter of 2023.

November 13, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact na

November 13, 2023 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): NOVEMBER 13, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

November 1, 2023 EX-10.1

Letter Amendment amending the Empire North Dakota LLC Promissory Notes Due October 31, 2023, dated as of October 31, 2023, by and among Phil Mulacek and Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd., as investors, Empire North Dakota LLC, as borrower, and Empire Petroleum Corporation, as guarantor (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated October 31, 2023, which was filed on November 1, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10.1 Empire North Dakota LLC 2200 South Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74114 October 31, 2023 Phil Mulacek 25025 Interstate 45, STE 420 The Woodlands, Texas 77380 Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. c/o E2 Investment Advisors LLC 25025 Interstate 45, STE 420 The Woodlands, Texas 77380 Re: Amendment of Maturity Dates Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is made to (a) that certain Promiss

November 1, 2023 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): OCTOBER 31, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Em

October 12, 2023 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): OCTOBER 11, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Em

October 12, 2023 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM COMMENCES 2023 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

EXHIBIT 99 EMPIRE PETROLEUM COMMENCES 2023 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM TULSA, Okla., October 11, 2023 - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana, today announced the formal commencement of its 2023 drilling program with the recent spud of a

September 25, 2023 EX-10.5

Letter Agreement amending Senior Revolver Loan Agreement, dated as of September 19, 2023, by and among Empire Louisiana LLC and Empire North Dakota LLC, as borrowers, Empire Petroleum Corporation, as guarantor, and CrossFirst Bank, as lender (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated September 19, 2023, which was filed on September 25, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10.5 September 19, 2023 Empire Louisiana LLC Empire North Dakota LLC 2651 East 21st Street, Suite 310 Tulsa, OK 74114 Attn: Michael R. Morrisett, President Re: Senior Revolver Loan Agreement dated as of September 20, 2018, as amended by that certain First Amendment thereto dated as of March 27, 2019, as amended by that certain Second Amendment thereto dated as of June 30, 2020, as amended

September 25, 2023 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S.

September 25, 2023 EX-10.2

Empire North Dakota LLC Promissory Note Due October 31, 2023 in the original aggregate principal amount of $5.0 million in favor of Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated September 19, 2023, which was filed on September 25, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10.2 THIS NOTE HAS NOT BEEN REGISTERED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION OR THE SECURITIES COMMISSION OF ANY STATE IN RELIANCE UPON AN EXEMPTION FROM REGISTRATION UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED (THE “SECURITIES ACT”), AND, ACCORDINGLY, MAY NOT BE OFFERED OR SOLD EXCEPT PURSUANT TO AN EFFECTIVE REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OR PURSUANT TO AN AVAILAB

September 25, 2023 EX-10.1

Empire North Dakota LLC Promissory Note Due October 31, 2023 in the original aggregate principal amount of $5.0 million in favor of Phil Mulacek (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated September 19, 2023, which was filed on September 25, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10.1 THIS NOTE HAS NOT BEEN REGISTERED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION OR THE SECURITIES COMMISSION OF ANY STATE IN RELIANCE UPON AN EXEMPTION FROM REGISTRATION UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED (THE “SECURITIES ACT”), AND, ACCORDINGLY, MAY NOT BE OFFERED OR SOLD EXCEPT PURSUANT TO AN EFFECTIVE REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OR PURSUANT TO AN AVAILAB

September 25, 2023 EX-10.3

Commercial Guaranty Agreement, dated as of September 19, 2023, issued by Empire Petroleum Corporation in favor of Phil Mulacek (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated September 19, 2023, which was filed on September 25, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10.3   COMMERCIAL GUARANTY AGREEMENT For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, and to induce Phil Mulacek (the “Investor”), to make a loan to Empire North Dakota LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Company”), Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Guarantor”), hereby absolutely and unconditionally guar

September 25, 2023 EX-10.4

Commercial Guaranty Agreement, dated as of September 19, 2023, issued by Empire Petroleum Corporation in favor of Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated September 19, 2023, which was filed on September 25, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10.4   COMMERCIAL GUARANTY AGREEMENT For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, and to induce Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. (the “Investor”), to make a loan to Empire North Dakota LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Company”), Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the “Guarantor”), hereby absolutely an

September 25, 2023 EX-10.6

Subordination Agreement, dated as of September 19, 2023, by and among Phil Mulacek, Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. and Empire North Dakota LLC in favor of CrossFirst Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.6 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated September 19, 2023, which was filed on September 25, 2023).

EXHIBIT 10.6 SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT THIS SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT is entered into effective as of the 19th day of September, 2023 (the "Effective Date"), by and among PHIL MULACEK, an individual ("Mulacek"), ENERGY EVOLUTION MASTER FUND, LTD., a Cayman Islands exempted company ("Fund", and, together with Mulacek, collectively, the "Subordinating Lenders"), and EMPIRE NORTH DAKOTA LLC, a Delaware l

September 20, 2023 CORRESP

September 20, 2023

September 20, 2023 Via EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporate Finance 100 F Street, N.E., Mail Stop 3561 Washington, D.C. 20549 Attention: Ms. Claudia Rios RE: Registration Statement on Form S-3 File No. 333-274327 Dear Ms. Rios: Pursuant to Rule 461 under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Company”) respectfully requests that th

September 13, 2023 S-3/A

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 13, 2023

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 13, 2023 Registration No.

September 1, 2023 EX-4.5

Form of Senior Debt Security (included in Exhibit 4.5).**

EXHIBIT 4.5 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Indenture Dated as of       , 20 Senior Debt Securities Certain Sections of this Indenture relating to Sections 310 through 318, inclusive, of the Trust Indenture Act of 1939: Trust Indenture Act Section Indenture Section § 310(a)(1) 609 (a)(2) 609 (a)(3) Not Applicable (a)(4) Not Applicable (a)(5) 609 (b) 608 § 311(a) 613 (b) 613 § 312(a) 701 (b) 702 (c) 7

September 1, 2023 S-3

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 1, 2023

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 1, 2023 Registration No.

September 1, 2023 EX-4.6

Form of Subordinated Debt Security (included in Exhibit 4.6).**

EXHIBIT 4.6 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Indenture Dated as of       , 20 Subordinated Debt Securities Certain Sections of this Indenture relating to Sections 310 through 318, inclusive, of the Trust Indenture Act of 1939: Trust Indenture Act Section Indenture Section § 310(a)(1) 609 (a)(2) 609 (a)(3) Not Applicable (a)(4) Not Applicable (a)(5) 609 (b) 608 § 311(a) 613 (b) 613 § 312(a) 701 (b) 702

September 1, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Exhibit.**

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 (Form Type) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Carry Forward Form Type Carry Forward File Number Carry Forward Initial effective date Filing Fee Previously Paid In Connection with Unsold Securities to be Carried Forward Newly Registered Securities Fees to Be Paid Debt Debt Securities(1) Fees Previously Paid Equity Common Stock, par value $0.

August 15, 2023 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR SECOND QUARTER 2023

EXHIBIT 99 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NYSE American – EP EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR SECOND QUARTER 2023 Tulsa, Oklahoma – August 15, 2023 – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), an oil and gas company with producing assets in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas and Louisiana, today announced operational and financial results for the second quarter of 2023.

August 15, 2023 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 15, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

August 14, 2023 EX-31.

Rule 13a - 14 (a)/15(d) - 14(a) Certification of Stephen L. Faulkner, Jr., Chief Financial Officer (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Stephen L. Faulkner, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleadi

August 14, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of

July 13, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JULY 8, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JULY 8, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employ

June 20, 2023 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 20, 2023.

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 20, 2023. Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 73-1238709 (State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer incorporation or

June 20, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1 – Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered (1)(2) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit(3) Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Equity Common Stock, Par Value $0.

June 15, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JUNE 9, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JUNE 9, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employ

May 16, 2023 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR FIRST QUARTER 2023 ~ Making Continued Progress on Targeted Full Year 2023 Capital Spending Program ~

EXHIBIT 99 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NYSE American – EP EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR FIRST QUARTER 2023 ~ Making Continued Progress on Targeted Full Year 2023 Capital Spending Program ~ Tulsa, Oklahoma – May 15, 2023 – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), today announced operational and financial results for the first quarter of 2023.

May 16, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MAY 15, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MAY 15, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employ

May 15, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name o

May 15, 2023 EX-31.

Rule 13a - 14 (a)/15(d) - 14(a) Certification of Stephen L. Faulkner, Chief Financial Officer (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Stephen L. Faulkner, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleadi

May 4, 2023 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM WELCOMES LARRY FAULKNER AS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND KEVIN VANN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

EX-99 2 empexh99-18719.htm PRESS RELEASE DATED MAY 3, 2023 EXHIBIT 99 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NYSE American – EP EMPIRE PETROLEUM WELCOMES LARRY FAULKNER AS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND KEVIN VANN TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Tulsa, Oklahoma – May 3, 2023 – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), today announced that Stephen L. (“Larry”) Faulkner has been promoted to Chief Fina

May 4, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): APRIL 28, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): APRIL 28, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

May 1, 2023 DEF 14A

Empire Petroleum Corporation 2023 Stock and Incentive Compensation Plan (filed as Annex A to the Company’s Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A, filed on May 1, 2023, and incorporated herein by reference).

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)

April 28, 2023 SC 13D/A

EP / Empire Petroleum Corporation / Pritchard Thomas W. - THOMAS W. PRITCHARD / SCHEDULE 13DA2 Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 292034 30 3 (CUSIP Number) Michael Morrisett Empire Petroleum Corporation 2200 S. Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, OK 74114 (539) 444-8002 (

April 3, 2023 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2022 ~ Strategic Efforts Drive Full Year 2022 Increase of 46% in Net Production and 27% in Year-End Proved Reserves ~

EXHIBIT 99 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NYSE American – EP EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2022 ~ Strategic Efforts Drive Full Year 2022 Increase of 46% in Net Production and 27% in Year-End Proved Reserves ~ Tulsa, Oklahoma – April 3, 2023 – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), today announced operational and financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2022, including year-end 2022 proved reserves.

April 3, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): APRIL 3, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): APRIL 3, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

March 31, 2023 EX-31.

Rule 13a – 14(a)/15d – 14(a) Certification of Michael R. Morrisett, Principal Financial Officer (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Michael R. Morrisett, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading

March 31, 2023 EX-21

Subsidiaries of Empire Petroleum Corporation (submitted herewith).

EXHIBIT 21 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Subsidiaries Entity Place of Incorporation/Organization Empire Louisiana LLC Delaware Empire ND Acquisition LLC Delaware Empire New Mexico LLC Delaware Empire North Dakota LLC Delaware Empire Northwest Shelf LLC Delaware Empire Texas LLC Delaware Empire Texas GP LLC Texas Empire Texas Operating LLC Texas Pardus Oil & Gas Operating, LP Texas

March 31, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☑   ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SEC

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☑   ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-16653 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATIO

March 31, 2023 EX-99.1

Cawley, Gillespie & Associates, Inc. Summary Report (submitted herewith).

EXHIBIT 99.1 March 14, 2023 Mr. Michael R. Morrisett President Empire Petroleum Corporation 2200 S. Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, OK 74114 Re:      Evaluation Summary Empire Petroleum Corporation Interests Various States Proved Developed Producing Reserves As of December 31, 2022 Dear Mr. Morrisett: As requested, we are submitting our estimates of proved developed producing reserves and our foreca

March 24, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MARCH 24, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MARCH 24, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

March 22, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MARCH 16, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MARCH 16, 2023 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

December 16, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): DECEMBER 16, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

November 15, 2022 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR THIRD QUARTER OF 2022

EXHIBIT 99 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NYSE American ? EP EMPIRE PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR THIRD QUARTER OF 2022 Tulsa, Oklahoma ? November 15, 2022 ? Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (?Empire? or the ?Company?), today reported operational and financial results for the third quarter of 2022.

November 15, 2022 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): NOVEMBER 15, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

November 14, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact na

November 14, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): NOVEMBER 7, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Em

November 14, 2022 EX-31.

Certification of Michael R. Morrisett, President and principal financial officer, pursuant to Rules 13a - 14 (a) and 15(d) - 14(a) promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and Item 601(1) (31) of Regulation S-K, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Michael R. Morrisett, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

October 19, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): OCTOBER 19, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Em

October 19, 2022 EX-99

EMPIRE PETROLEUM EXPANDS EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM

EX-99 2 empex99.htm PRESS RELEASE DATED OCTOBER 19, 2022 Exhibit 99 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NYSE American – EP EMPIRE PETROLEUM EXPANDS EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM Tulsa, Oklahoma – October 19, 2022 – Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) (“Empire” or the “Company”), today announced that J. Kevin Vann has joined Empire as an executive officer in the newly created position of Vice President, Finance and

September 19, 2022 EX-10.1

Employment Agreement dated as of September 13, 2022, by and between Empire Petroleum Corporation and Eugene J. Sweeney (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated September 13, 2022, which was filed on September 19, 2022).

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (?Agreement?) is made by and between Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), and Eugene Sweeney (?Executive?), effective as of September 13, 2022 (the ?Effective Date?). The Company and Executive may sometimes be referred to individually as a ?Party? or collectively as the ?Parties.? WHERE

September 19, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S.

September 1, 2022 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 26, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

August 31, 2022 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-8 (Form Type) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1 ? Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered (1)(2) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit(3) Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Equity Common Stock, Par Value $0.

August 31, 2022 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 31, 2022.

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 31, 2022. Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 73-1238709 (State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer incorporation o

August 23, 2022 8-K

Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 18, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

August 23, 2022 EX-16.1

Letter from Moss Adams LLP to the Securities and Exchange Commission, dated August 23, 2022.

EX-16.1 2 exh16-118642.htm LETTER FROM MOSS ADAMS LLP TO THE S.E.C. EXHIBIT 16.1 August 23, 2022 Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have read the statements made by Empire Petroleum Corporation included under Item 4.01(a) of its Form 8-K dated August 18, 2022, to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We agree with th

August 17, 2022 SC 13D/A

EMPR / Empire Petroleum Corporation / Puckett Land Co - PUCKETT LAND CO / EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION - 13D/A#3 Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 292034 20 4 (CUSIP Number) Michael R. Morrisett Empire Petroleum Corporation 2200 S. Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, OK 74114 (539) 444-800

August 17, 2022 SC 13D/A

EMPR / Empire Petroleum Corporation / Kamin Tony - AMENDMENT TO FORM SC 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-102) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 292034 20 4 (CUSIP Number) Michael Morrisett Empire Petroleum Corporation 2200 S. Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, OK 74114 (

August 16, 2022 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): AUGUST 16, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

August 16, 2022 EX-99

Empire Petroleum Announces Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results Revenue from Oil and Gas Sales of $16.5 million, Net Income Reaches $5.5 million

EXHIBIT 99 Empire Petroleum Announces Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results Revenue from Oil and Gas Sales of $16.

August 15, 2022 EX-31.

Certification of Michael R. Morrisett, President and principal financial officer, pursuant to Rules 13a - 14 (a) and 15(d) - 14(a) promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and Item 601(1) (31) of Regulation S-K, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Michael R. Morrisett, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

August 15, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of

July 27, 2022 DEF 14A

Empire Petroleum Corporation 2022 Stock and Incentive Compensation Plan (filed as Annex A to the Company’s Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A, filed on July 27, 2022, and incorporated herein by reference).

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive

July 14, 2022 8-K/A

Regulation FD Disclosure, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JUNE 30, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Comm

June 30, 2022 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JUNE 30, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

June 23, 2022 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): JUNE 23, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

June 23, 2022 424B5

$50,000,000 Common Stock

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-260570 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To Prospectus dated November 5, 2021) $50,000,000 Common Stock We have entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement (the ?Distribution Agreement?) with Raymond James & Associates, Inc. (?Raymond James?), dated June 23, 2022, relating to shares of our common stock, par value $0.001 per share, or the common stock, o

June 23, 2022 EX-10.1

Equity Distribution Agreement, dated June 23, 2022, by and between Empire Petroleum Corporation and Raymond James & Associates, Inc.

EXHIBIT 10.1 Equity Distribution Agreement June 23, 2022 Raymond James & Associates, Inc. 880 Carillon Parkway St. Petersburg, Florida 33716 Ladies and Gentlemen: Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), confirms its agreement (this ?Agreement?) with Raymond James & Associates, Inc. (?Raymond James? or ?Agent?), as follows: 1. Issuance and Sale of Shares. The Company a

June 17, 2022 SC 13D/A

EMPR / Empire Petroleum Corporation / Kamin Tony - AMENDMENT TO FORM SC 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-102) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 292034 20 4 (CUSIP Number) Michael Morrisett Empire Petroleum Corporation 2200 S. Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, OK 74114 (

May 17, 2022 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MAY 17, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Employ

May 17, 2022 EX-99

Empire Petroleum Provides Business Update and Announces First Quarter 2022 Financial Results

EX-99 2 exh9918618.htm PRESS RELEASE OF EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION DATED MAY 17, 2022 Exhibit 99 Empire Petroleum Provides Business Update and Announces First Quarter 2022 Financial Results Revenue from Oil and Gas Sales at $13.04 million and Net Income $3.6 million Recent Acquisitions Add Immediate Accretive Cash Flow & Increased Scale with Minimal Incremental Overhead TULSA, OK / May 17, 2022

May 16, 2022 EX-31.

Certification of Michael R. Morrisett, President and principal financial officer, pursuant to Rules 13a - 14 (a) and 15(d) - 14(a) promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and Item 601(a)(1) (31) of Regulation S-K, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (submitted herewith)

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Michael R. Morrisett, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

May 16, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2022 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name

May 5, 2022 EX-99

Vice Admiral Andrew Lewis Appointed as Board Member

Exhibit 99 Vice Admiral Andrew Lewis Appointed as Board Member Lewis? Leadership Spans Over 36 Years of Distinguished Military Service TULSA, OK / May 2, 2022 / (BUSINESS WIRE) Empire Petroleum (NYSE American: EP) ("Empire" or the "Company"), an oil and gas company with current producing assets in Texas, Louisiana, North Dakota, Montana and New Mexico, announced today the appointment of Vice Admiral Andrew Lewis as Board Member, effective immediately.

May 5, 2022 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): APRIL 30, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Empl

March 31, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTI

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-16653 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION

March 31, 2022 EX-10.26

Form of Restricted Stock Units Award Agreement (Executive Officers) (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.26 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, which was filed on March 31, 2022).

Exhibit 10.26 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS AWARD AGREEMENT 20 Dear : 1. Restricted Stock Units Award. Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the "Company"), hereby grants to you an aggregate of restricted stock units (individually, an "RSU," and collectively, "RSUs"). The date referenced above is the "Date of Grant" of these RSUs. Each RSU entitles you to rece

March 31, 2022 EX-10.25

Form of Restricted Stock Units Award Agreement (Non-Employee Directors) (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.25 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, which was filed on March 31, 2022).

Exhibit 10.25 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION RESTRICTED STOCK UNITS AWARD AGREEMENT 20 Dear : 1. Restricted Stock Units Award. Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the "Company"), hereby grants to you an aggregate of restricted stock units (individually, an "RSU," and collectively, "RSUs"). The date referenced above is the "Date of Grant" of these RSUs. Each RSU entitles you to rece

March 31, 2022 EX-99.1

Cawley, Gillespie & Associates, Inc. Summary Report (submitted herewith).

EXHIBIT 99.1 March 15, 2022 Mr. Michael R. Morrisett President Empire Petroleum Corporation 2200 S. Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, OK 74114 Re:????? Evaluation Summary Empire Petroleum Corporation Interests Various States Proved Developed Producing Reserves As of January 1, 2022 Dear Mr. Morrisett: As requested, we are submitting our estimates of proved developed producing reserves and our forecast

March 31, 2022 EX-4.1

Description of the Common Stock of Empire Petroleum Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, which was filed on March 31, 2022).

Exhibit 4.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE COMMON STOCK OF EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Description of the Common Stock of Empire Petroleum Corporation Registered Under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 The following summary of the common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the ?common stock?) of Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Registrant,? ?we,? ?our? or ?us?). The f

March 31, 2022 EX-10.24

Form of Non-Qualified Stock Option Award Agreement (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.24 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, which was filed on March 31, 2022).

Exhibit 10.24 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION NON-QUALIFIED STOCK OPTION AGREEMENT THIS NON-QUALIFIED STOCK OPTION AGREEMENT (this ?Award Agreement?) is made and entered into effective as of (the ?Effective Date?), by and between Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), and , an individual (?Employee?). WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Company (the ?Board?) has adop

March 9, 2022 EX-3.1

Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Empire Petroleum Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated March 4, 2022, which was filed on March 9, 2022).

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Empire Petroleum Corporation (the ?Corporation?) organized and existing under and by virtue of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware does hereby certify: 1. ??????????????The present name of the Corporation is Empire Petroleum Corporation 2.?????????????? The Corporation was originally inco

March 9, 2022 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Other Events, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Changes in Control of Registrant, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MARCH 4, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emplo

March 9, 2022 EX-3.2

Certificate of Designation of Series A Voting Preferred Stock of Empire Petroleum Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated March 4, 2022, which was filed on March 9, 2022).

Exhibit 3.2 CERTIFICATE OF DESIGNATION OF SERIES A VOTING PREFERRED STOCK OF EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION Empire Petroleum Corporation (the ?Corporation?) organized and existing under and by virtue of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (?DGCL?), in accordance with the provisions of Section 151 thereof, hereby certifies that the Board of Directors of the Corporation (the ?Board?),

March 9, 2022 EX-3.3

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Empire Petroleum Corporation (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 3.3 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated March 4, 2022, which was filed on March 9, 2022).

Exhibit 3.3 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (A Delaware Corporation) ARTICLE I OFFICES Section 1. Empire Petroleum Corporation (the ?Corporation?) shall have and maintain within the State of Delaware a registered office fixed in the Certificate of Incorporation of the Corporation, as amended, including by a certificate of designation (the ?Certificate of Incorporation?)

March 3, 2022 8-A12B

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Empire Petroleum Corporation (Exact name of reg

8-A12B 1 emp8a-18599.htm FORM 8-A12B UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Empire Petroleum Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State of incorporation or organization) 73-1238709 (I.R.S. Employe

March 1, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): FEBRUARY 24, 2022 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

January 10, 2022 SC 13D/A

EMPR / Empire Petroleum Corporation / Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. - ENERGY EVOLUTION / EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION - 13D/A(#2) Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 292034 20 4 (CUSIP Number) Michael Morrisett Empire Petroleum Corporation 2200 S. Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, OK 74114 (539) 444-8002 (

January 6, 2022 EX-10.1

Conversion Notice and Note Amendment dated as December 30, 2021 (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated December 30, 2021, which was filed on January 6, 2022).

Exhibit 10.1 CONVERSION NOTICE (To be Executed by the Registered Investor in order to convert the Note) By execution hereof, Company and Investor agree to amend the Note (defined below), as authorized by Section 17(f) of the Note, to allow Investor to convert the entire amount owed under the Note to Common Shares of Parent. The Note is hereby amended by deleting the definition of ?Maximum Converti

January 6, 2022 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): DECEMBER 30, 2021 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. E

November 24, 2021 EX-4.3

Warrants to purchase Common Stock of the Registrant granted to Anthony J. Kamin.

EX-4.3 2 exh4-318564.htm WARRANTS TO PURCHASE COMMON STOCK Exhibit 4.3 THE SECURITIES REPRESENTED BY THIS CERTIFICATE HAVE NOT BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED, OR UNDER ANY STATE SECURITIES ACT. THE SECURITIES HAVE BEEN ACQUIRED FOR INVESTMENT AND MAY NOT BE SOLD, TRANSFERRED, PLEDGED OR HYPOTHECATED UNLESS (I) THEY HAVE BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933

November 24, 2021 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 24, 2021

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 24, 2021 Registration No.

November 16, 2021 424B3

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 21,360,165 Shares of Common Stock

424B3 1 empire-42418554.htm FORM 424B3 Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-260570 PROSPECTUS EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION 21,360,165 Shares of Common Stock This prospectus relates to the offer and resale by the selling stockholders identified in this prospectus of up to 21,360,165 shares of our common stock. The selling stockholders identified in this prospectus (which term as us

November 15, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact n

November 15, 2021 EX-31.

Certification of Michael R. Morrisett, President (principal financial officer), pursuant to Rules 13a - 14 (a) and 15(d) - 14(a) promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and Item 601(1) (31) of Regulation S-K, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Michael R. Morrisett, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

November 3, 2021 CORRESP

November 3, 2021

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm November 3, 2021 Via EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporate Finance 100 F Street, N.E., Mail Stop 3561 Washington, D.C. 20549 Attention: Art Tornabene-Zalas RE: Registration Statement on Form S-3 File No. 333-260570 Dear Mr. Tornabene-Zalas: Pursuant to Rule 461 under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Empire Petroleum Corporation (the “Com

November 2, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): NOVEMBER 1, 2021 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Em

October 28, 2021 EX-4.1

Specimen Stock Certificate.

EX-4.1 2 exh4-118548.htm SPECIMEN STOCK CERTIFICATE EXHIBIT 4.1

October 28, 2021 S-3

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 28, 2021

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 28, 2021 Registration No.

October 22, 2021 EX-99.1

Empire Petroleum Announces Appointment of Phil Mulacek and Ben Marchive II as New Directors Phil Mulacek, Founder of InterOil Corporation owns approximately 18.4% of Empire Corporation Ben Marchive II of Cox Operating with 17 years of Gulf of Mexico

EXHIBIT 99.1 Empire Petroleum Announces Appointment of Phil Mulacek and Ben Marchive II as New Directors Phil Mulacek, Founder of InterOil Corporation owns approximately 18.4% of Empire Corporation Ben Marchive II of Cox Operating with 17 years of Gulf of Mexico operational experience TULSA, Okla.?(BUSINESS WIRE)?Empire Petroleum Corporation (?Empire?) (OTCQB:EMPR) is pleased to announce that its

October 22, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): October 18, 2021 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Em

October 21, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): October 18, 2021 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Em

October 12, 2021 SC 13D/A

EMPR / Empire Petroleum Corporation / Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. - ENERGY EVOLUTION / EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION - 13D/A(#1) Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 292034 20 4 (CUSIP Number) Michael Morrisett Empire Petroleum Corporation 2200 S. Utica Place, Suite 150 Tulsa, OK 74114 (539) 444-8002 (

October 5, 2021 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): September 29, 2021 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S.

October 5, 2021 EX-10.3

Common Share Warrant Certificate dated as of September 30, 2021 issued by Empire Petroleum Corporation in favor of Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated September 29, 2021, which was filed on October 5, 2021).

Exhibit 10.3 THE SECURITIES REPRESENTED BY THIS CERTIFICATE HAVE NOT BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED, OR UNDER ANY STATE SECURITIES ACT. THE SECURITIES HAVE BEEN ACQUIRED FOR INVESTMENT AND MAY NOT BE SOLD, TRANSFERRED, PLEDGED OR HYPOTHECATED UNLESS (I) THEY HAVE BEEN REGISTERED UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933, AS AMENDED, AND ANY APPLICABLE STATE SECURITIES ACT, OR

October 5, 2021 EX-10.2

Pledge and Security Agreement dated as of September 29, 2021, made by Empire Petroleum Corporation in favor of Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated September 29, 2021, which was filed on October 5, 2021).

Exhibit 10.2 PLEDGE AND SECURITY AGREEMENT THIS PLEDGE AND SECURITY AGREEMENT (?Security Agreement?) dated the 29th day of September, 2021, made by Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (?Pledgor?), in favor of ENERGY EVOLUTION MASTER FUND, LTD., a Cayman Islands exempted company (?Lender?). Capitalized terms utilized but not defined herein shall have the meaning as set forth under

October 5, 2021 EX-10.1

Loan Modification Agreement dated as of September 29, 2021, by and among Empire New Mexico LLC d/b/a Green Tree New Mexico, Empire Petroleum Corporation and Energy Evolution Master Fund, Ltd. (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated September 29, 2021, which was filed on October 5, 2021).

EXHIBIT 10.1 LOAN MODIFICATION AGREEMENT This LOAN MODIFICATION AGREEMENT (hereinafter, this ?Agreement?) is made this 29th day of September, 2021, by and among EMPIRE NEW MEXICO LLC, a Delaware limited liability company d/b/a Green Tree New Mexico (?Company?), Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (?Parent?), and ENERGY EVOLUTION MASTER FUND, LTD., a Cayman Islands exempted company

September 10, 2021 DEF 14C

Empire Petroleum Corporation 2021 Stock and Incentive Compensation Plan (incorporated herein by reference to Appendix C to the Registrant’s Information Statement on Schedule 14C filed with the Commission on September 10, 2021).

DEF 14C 1 empire14c18537.htm EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION - DEFINITIVE INFORMATION STATEMENT UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C (RULE 14c-101) SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Information Statement o Confidential, for Use of the C

August 31, 2021 PRE 14C

Empire Petroleum Corporation 2021 Stock and Incentive Compensation Plan (incorporated herein by reference to the Company’s Information Statement on Schedule 14C filed August 31, 2021).

PRE 14C 1 empire14c18535.htm EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION - PRELIMINARY INFORMATION STATEMENT UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C (RULE 14c-101) SCHEDULE 14C INFORMATION Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: x Preliminary Information Statement o Confidential, for Use of the

August 24, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): August 18, 2021 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (I.R.S. Emp

August 24, 2021 EX-10.1

Employment Agreement dated as of August 18, 2021, by and between Empire Petroleum Corporation and Thomas W. Pritchard (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated August 18, 2021, which was filed on August 24, 2021).

EXHIBIT 10.1 EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (?Agreement?) is made by and between Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), and Thomas W. Pritchard (?Executive?), effective as of August 18, 2021 (the ?Effective Date?). The Company and Executive may sometimes be referred to individually as a ?Party? or collectively as the ?Parties.? WHE

August 24, 2021 EX-10.2

Employment Agreement dated as of August 18, 2021, by and between Empire Petroleum Corporation and Michael R. Morrisett (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated August 18, 2021, which was filed on August 24, 2021).

EXHIBIT 10.2 EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EXECUTIVE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (?Agreement?) is made by and between Empire Petroleum Corporation, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), and Michael R. Morrisett (?Executive?), effective as of August 18, 2021 (the ?Effective Date?). The Company and Executive may sometimes be referred to individually as a ?Party? or collectively as the ?Parties.? WH

August 23, 2021 EX-99.2

EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

EXHIBIT 99.2 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Introduction The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial statements and accompanying notes reflect the pro forma effects of the: (1) Acquisition. On March 12, 2021, Empire New Mexico LLC (?Empire New Mexico?), a Delaware limited liability company and wholly owned subsidiary of Empire Petr

August 23, 2021 8-K/A

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 2) Current Report Pursuant To Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): MAY 14, 2021 EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16653 73-1238709 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commi

August 23, 2021 EX-99.1

STATEMENTS OF REVENUES AND DIRECT OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE OIL AND NATURAL GAS PROPERTIES ACQUIRED BY EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION ON MAY 14, 2021 FROM XTO HOLDINGS, LLC Table of Contents

EXHIBIT 99.1 STATEMENTS OF REVENUES AND DIRECT OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE OIL AND NATURAL GAS PROPERTIES ACQUIRED BY EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION ON MAY 14, 2021 FROM XTO HOLDINGS, LLC Table of Contents Page Independent Auditors? Report 2 Financial Statements Statements of Revenues and Direct Operating Expenses 3 Notes to the Statement of Revenues and Direct Operating Expenses 4-7 Supplemental Oil

August 23, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2021 or ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from: to EMPIRE PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Exact name o

August 23, 2021 EX-31.

Certification of Michael R. Morrisett, President (principal financial officer), pursuant to Rules 13a - 14 (a) and 15(d) - 14(a) promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and Item 601(1) (31) of Regulation S-K, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (submitted herewith).

Exhibit 31.2 CERTIFICATION I, Michael R. Morrisett, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Empire Petroleum Corporation; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

August 17, 2021 NT 10-Q

Read Instruction (on back page) Before Preparing Form. Please Print or Type. Nothing in this form shall be construed to imply that the Commission has verified any information contained herein.

OMB APPROVAL UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 OMB Number: 3235-0058 Expires: February 28, 2022 Estimated average burden hours per response. 2.50 FORM 12b-25 SEC FILE NUMBER 001-16653 CUSIP NUMBER NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING 030910202 (Check one): [] Form 10-K [] Form 20-F [] Form 11-K [X] Form 10-Q [] Form 10-D [] Form N-CEN [] Form N-CSR For Period Ended: ??

August 4, 2021 EX-10.1

Fourth Amendment to Senior Revolver Loan Agreement, dated as of July 7, 2021, by and between Empire Louisiana LLC, Empire North Dakota LLC, and CrossFirst Bank (incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K dated July 30, 2021, which was filed on August 4, 2021).

EX-10.1 2 exh10-118522.htm FOURTH AMENDMENT TO SENIOR REVOLVER LOAN AGREEMENT EXHIBIT 10.1 FOURTH AMENDMENT TO SENIOR REVOLVER LOAN AGREEMENT THIS FOURTH AMENDMENT TO SENIOR REVOLVER LOAN AGREEMENT, dated effective as of July 7, 2021 (the "Fourth Amendment"), is entered into by and among EMPIRE LOUISIANA LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the "Original Borrower" or "EL") and EMPIRE NORTH D

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