Ampharos
Ampharos is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Platinum (#1). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $23.91 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Ampharos suits collectors working on Platinum who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $23.91 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 Platinum?
Ampharos is a Pokémon card in Platinum numbered 1. 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 $23.91 for Ampharos. Low and high spread runs $12.83 to $249.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $23.91; Holofoil: $26.64. 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 | Platinum |
|---|---|
| Number | 1 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $23.91 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €5.25 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $23.91 |
| Holofoil | $26.64 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Evolves from | Flaaffy |
| Gigavolt | LightningColorless 30+ Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 30 more damage. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Reflect Energy | LightningColorlessColorless 70 Move an Energy card attached to Ampharos to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. |
| Damage Bind | Each Pokémon that has any damage counters on it (both yours and your opponent's) can't use any Poké-Powers. |
| Weakness | Fighting +30 |
How collectible is Ampharos?
Ampharos is listed as Rare Holo in Platinum. 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 Platinum, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Atsuko Nishida. 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 Platinum. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Ampharos is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Platinum, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $23.91 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $23.91; Holofoil: $26.64).
- Illustrator Atsuko Nishida 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 $23.91 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 $23.91 for ungraded Ampharos from Platinum. 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 Platinum (Platinum) as card #1. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Ampharos?
Our catalog lists Ampharos as Rare Holo in Platinum. 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 Platinum. 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 $23.91, 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: $23.91; Holofoil: $26.64 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.