Ampharos
Ampharos is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Secret Wonders (#1). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $27.06 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2007. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Ampharos suits collectors working on Secret Wonders who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $27.06 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Ampharos from Secret Wonders?
Ampharos is a Pokémon card in Secret Wonders numbered 1. The tip of its tail shines brightly. In the olden days, people sent signals using the tail's light. National Pokédex #181. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Ampharos worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $27.06 for Ampharos. Low and high spread runs $17.60 to $240.77. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $27.06; Holofoil: $36.76. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Secret Wonders |
|---|---|
| Number | 1 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $27.06 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €11.41 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $27.06 |
| Holofoil | $36.76 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Evolves from | Flaaffy |
| Cluster Bolt | LightningColorlessColorless 70 You may discard all Lightning Energy attached to Ampharos. If you do, this attack does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon that has any Energy cards attached to it. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Jamming | After your opponent plays a Supporter card from his or her hand, put 1 damage counter on each of your opponent's Pokémon. You can't use more than 1 Jamming Poké-Body each turn. |
| Weakness | Fighting +30 |
How collectible is Ampharos?
Ampharos is listed as Rare Holo in Secret Wonders. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Ampharos?
Catalog fields: set Secret Wonders, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Ampharos (#1) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Secret Wonders. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Ampharos is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Secret Wonders, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $27.06 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $27.06; Holofoil: $36.76).
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $27.06 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Ampharos worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $27.06 for ungraded Ampharos from Secret Wonders. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Ampharos from?
Ampharos is listed in Secret Wonders (Diamond & Pearl) as card #1. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Ampharos?
Our catalog lists Ampharos as Rare Holo in Secret Wonders. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Ampharos good for collectors or players?
Ampharos includes gameplay stats in Secret Wonders. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Ampharos?
Grading only makes sense when Ampharos appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $27.06, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Ampharos?
Finish variants of Ampharos carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $27.06; Holofoil: $36.76 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.