Ampharos
Ampharos is a Rare Prime Pokémon TCG printing from HeartGold & SoulSilver (#105). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $58.24 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2010. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Ampharos suits collectors working on HeartGold & SoulSilver who need the Rare Prime slot. Treat $58.24 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver?
Ampharos is a Pokémon card in HeartGold & SoulSilver numbered 105. It evolves from 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 Ampharos worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $58.24 for Ampharos. Low and high spread runs $49.99 to $500.00. 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 | HeartGold & SoulSilver |
|---|---|
| Number | 105 |
| Rarity | Rare Prime |
| TCGPlayer USD | $58.24 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €9.66 |
| Holofoil | $58.24 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 140 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Evolves from | Flaaffy |
| Lightning Crush | LightningColorlessColorless 40+ Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 40 more damage. If tails, discard an Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon. |
| Conductivity | Whenever your opponent attaches an Energy card from his or her hand to 1 of his or her Pokémon, put 1 damage counter on that Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Ampharos?
Ampharos is listed as Rare Prime in HeartGold & SoulSilver. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver, rarity Rare Prime. Illustrated by Kent Kanetsuna. 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 (#105) is a chase-tier Rare Prime printing in HeartGold & SoulSilver. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Ampharos is catalogued as Rare Prime printing in HeartGold & SoulSilver, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $58.24.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $58.24 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 $58.24 for ungraded Ampharos from HeartGold & SoulSilver. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver (HeartGold & SoulSilver) as card #105. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Ampharos?
Our catalog lists Ampharos as Rare Prime in HeartGold & SoulSilver. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
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 $58.24, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.