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Ampharos 40/124

Name: Ampharos #40 - Dragons Exalted | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: bw6-40
Price: 5.6 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Dragons Exalted Released: Aug 15, 2012

Pokémon

Lightning Type Rare Holo Pull Rate: 1 in 54 packs (1.9%) Evolves From: Flaaffy

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holofoil

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5.60 $0.80 (16.67%)

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reverse Holofoil

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4.76 $0.09 (1.93%)

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cosmos Holofoil

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20.62 $1.15 (5.91%)

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	154.77	62.42%	x28
PSA9	36.77	—	x6.6
PSA8	22.52	—	x4.0
PSA7	9.99	—	x1.8

About Ampharos

The tip of its tail shines brightly. In the olden days, people sent signals using the tail's light.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Ampharos
National Pokédex #181
Card Number 40/124
Card RarityRare Holo
IllustratorHajime Kusajima
Release Date15/08/2012
SeriesBlack & White
Expansion Dragons Exalted
Evolves From
Flaaffy
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionJohto
Generation Generation 2

Card Attributes

Energy Type Lightning
Health Points140 HP
Weakness Fighting ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Abilities

Ability: Electromagnetic Wall
As long as this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon, whenever your opponent attaches an Energy from his or her hand to 1 of his or her Pokémon, put 3 damage counters on that Pokémon.

Attacks

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Does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Ampharos gracefully leaping through an ancient temple, its glowing tail lighting the darkened corridors framed by tall stone pillars and shadowed archways.

Playability Overview

Ampharos's ability punishes opponents for attaching energy, creating gradual pressure while its attack chips away at the bench, supporting a control-focused strategy that disrupts resource buildup.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Electric DefenseThis Ampharos card has a unique defensive vibe with its “Electromagnetic Wall” ability, which gives it a tactical edge. Consider placing it alongside other cards that feature electric or protective themes. The bright yellow and light tones make it visually striking, perfect for a page dedicated to strategic powerhouses.Additional Binder Suggestions: Electric / Strategic / Bright Yellow / Supportive / Energy Drain