Dark Ampharos
Dark Ampharos is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket Returns (#2). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $102.17 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2004. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Dark Ampharos suits collectors working on Team Rocket Returns who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $102.17 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Dark Ampharos from Team Rocket Returns?
Dark Ampharos is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket Returns numbered 2. It evolves from Dark Flaaffy. National Pokédex #181. 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 is Dark Ampharos worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $102.17 for Dark Ampharos. Low and high spread runs $130.73 to $350.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $102.17; Holofoil: $89.27. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Team Rocket Returns |
|---|---|
| Number | 2 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $102.17 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €46.58 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $102.17 |
| Holofoil | $89.27 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning, Darkness |
| Evolves from | Dark Flaaffy |
| Ram | ColorlessColorless 30 |
| Shock Bolt | LightningColorlessColorless 70 Discard all Lightning Energy attached to Dark Ampharos. |
| Darkest Impulse | As long as Dark Ampharos is in play, whenever your opponent plays an Evolution card from his or her hand to evolve 1 of his or her Pokémon, put 2 damage counters on that Pokémon. You can't use more than 1 Darkest Impulse Poké-Body each turn. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Dark Ampharos?
Dark Ampharos is listed as Rare Holo in Team Rocket Returns. 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 Dark Ampharos?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket Returns, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Emi Miwa. 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
Dark Ampharos (#2) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Team Rocket Returns. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Dark Ampharos is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Team Rocket Returns, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $102.17 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $102.17; Holofoil: $89.27).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $102.17 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Dark Ampharos worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $102.17 for ungraded Dark Ampharos from Team Rocket Returns. 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 Dark Ampharos from?
Dark Ampharos is listed in Team Rocket Returns (EX) as card #2. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Dark Ampharos?
Our catalog lists Dark Ampharos as Rare Holo in Team Rocket Returns. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Dark Ampharos good for collectors or players?
Dark Ampharos includes gameplay stats in Team Rocket Returns. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Dark Ampharos?
Grading only makes sense when Dark Ampharos appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $102.17, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Dark Ampharos?
Finish variants of Dark Ampharos carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $102.17; Holofoil: $89.27 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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