Ampharos
Ampharos is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Chaos Rising (#29). Regulation mark J applies for current format checks. The set released in 2026. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Ampharos suits collectors working on Chaos Rising who need the Rare slot. Players should confirm Standard or Expanded legality and regulation mark before buying for tournament use, not just for binder display.
What is Ampharos from Chaos Rising?
Ampharos is a Pokémon card in Chaos Rising numbered 29. The tail's tip shines brightly and can be seen from far away. It acts as a beacon for lost people. National Pokédex #181. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Ampharos worth today?
Ampharos lacks a strong public price in this snapshot; use recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish. 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 | Chaos Rising |
|---|---|
| Number | 29 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | — |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 160 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Evolves from | Flaaffy |
| Flashing Bolt | LightningColorless 140 During your next turn, this Pokémon can't use Flashing Bolt. |
| Synchro Pulse | If you have the same number of cards in your hand as your opponent, attacks used by this Pokémon do 80 more damage to your opponent's Active Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance). |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Ampharos?
Ampharos is listed as Rare in Chaos Rising. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. 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 Chaos Rising, rarity Rare, regulation J. Illustrated by CHORISO. Format status: Standard and Expanded. 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 (#29) has Standard and Expanded relevance in Chaos Rising; deck demand can lift prices independently of pure collector interest.
Pros
- Ampharos is catalogued as Rare printing in Chaos Rising, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Set metadata and rarity help cross-check listings against the correct printing before you buy.
Cons
- Market pricing may be thin or stale for this printing; confirm with recent sold comps.
- Regulation mark J will eventually rotate; tournament value can drop even if collector demand remains.
Verdict: Prioritize verifying the exact printing and finish before transacting; pricing may need live comps at sale time.
FAQ
How much is Ampharos worth?
Ampharos may not have reliable public market pricing in our current snapshot. Check recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying or selling.
What set is Ampharos from?
Ampharos is listed in Chaos Rising (Mega Evolution) as card #29. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Ampharos?
Our catalog lists Ampharos as Rare in Chaos Rising. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Ampharos good for collectors or players?
Ampharos is Standard and Expanded-legal in our catalog snapshot and includes gameplay stats for Chaos Rising. Players should still confirm regulation mark J; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant.
Is Ampharos legal in Standard?
Ampharos shows Standard-legal status in our catalog with regulation mark J. Always verify the physical card before tournament play because reprints and promos can differ.