Ampharos · Neo Revelation, what to know.
About the Ampharos card
Numbered 1 of 66 in Neo Revelation, released in September 2001, Ampharos is a Rare Holo, a Stage 2 Lightning-type carrying 90 HP.
It evolves from Flaaffy, so Ampharos is a later-stage card that set-builders usually slot into a full evolution run rather than buy alone.
Illustrated by Toshinao Aoki.
Ampharos carries this Pokédex flavor text: "The bright light on its tail can be seen far away. It has been treasured since ancient times as a beacon."
About Ampharos in the Pokémon world
A large yellow electric sheep-Pokémon. One of the most-loved Generation 2 designs. Neo Genesis holo Ampharos is a quiet collector favorite. Steady graded demand.
What is Ampharos worth?
Ampharos is a holo rare, one of the cards that holds Neo Revelation's value. The print variant decides most of it: a 1st Edition copy in high grade commands a large premium over a Shadowless or Unlimited one. In top-grade 1st Edition, Neo Revelation holos range from the mid hundreds for the lesser cards up to the set's marquee chase; raw and Unlimited copies trade for a fraction of that. The live market price above shows the current figure by grade.
Print variants and how to spot them
Neo Revelation produced 1st Edition, Unlimited, Shining prints. For Ampharos, the print variant can change the price several times over, so identify it before you buy.
Grading and condition
Grading Ampharos comes down to the holo surface and the borders. The era's foil scratches easily, so even a pack-fresh Ampharos can drop from a 10 to a 9 on a single hairline. Inspect the window at an angle and the corners against the frame.
If you are collecting Ampharos
When you go to buy Ampharos, settle three things in order: the print variant, the condition, and a comp for that exact combination. A blended average across variants will mislead you on Ampharos, so price the specific copy in front of you.
