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Ampharos 2/165

Name: Ampharos #2 - Expedition Base Set | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: ecard1-2
Price: 175 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Expedition Base Set Released: Sep 15, 2002

Pokémon

Lightning Type Rare Holo Pull Rate: 1 in 96 packs (1.0%) Evolves From: Flaaffy

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holofoil

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175.00 $2.91 (1.69%)

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reverse Holofoil

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45.01 $2.66 (6.28%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	36,906.99	—	x211
PSA9	533.56	—	x3.0
PSA8	347.54	17.32%	x2.0
PSA7	211.25	33.81%	x1.2

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	473.98	—	x11
PSA9	78.89	—	x1.8
PSA8.5	48.50	—	x1.1
PSA8	102.46	—	x2.3
PSA7	79.93	14.20%	x1.8

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Ampharos
National Pokédex #181
Card Number 2/165
Card RarityRare Holo
IllustratorAtsuko Nishida
Release Date15/09/2002
SeriesE-Card
Expansion Expedition Base Set
Evolves From
Flaaffy
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionJohto
Generation Generation 2

Card Attributes

Energy Type Lightning
Health Points100 HP
Weakness Fighting ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Abilities

Poké-Power: Energy Connect
As often as you like during your turn (before your attack), you may take a basic Energy card attached to 1 of your Benched Pokémon and attach it to your Active Pokémon. This power can't be used if Ampharos is affected by a Special Condition.

Attacks

Lightning Strike40
You may discard all Lightning Energy cards attached to Ampharos. If you do, this attack's base damage is 80 instead of 40.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Ampharos gracefully floating against a sparkling, cosmic background, its bright yellow body and glowing red orb radiating energy and light, creating a mystical and electrifying atmosphere.

Playability Overview

Ampharos offers strong energy manipulation with "Energy Connect," accelerating attacks through "Lightning Strike," but its reliance on discarding energy and vulnerability to status conditions limits consistent playability.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Cosmic GlowThis Ampharos stands out with its sparkly, spacey background, so it’s best as a page centerpiece on a cosmic or galaxy-themed spread. Pair it with other Electric types or cards featuring stars and glowing effects to keep the vibe consistent and eye-catching.Additional Binder Suggestions: Space / Bright / Yellow / Electric Glow / Starry Night