Ampharos-EX is a Basic Lightning Pokémon card from the Ancient Origins set, featuring 170 HP and powerful energy-attachment abilities.
Ampharos-EX
2015 • Pokémon • Ancient Origins
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Ampharos-EX, designated as card number 27, serves as a foundational Lightning-type Pokémon within the Ancient Origins expansion released in 2015. As a Basic stage Pokémon boasting 170 Hit Points, it offers robust durability for competitive play. The card is illustrated by Eske Yoshinob, whose artwork defines the visual identity of this release. Its primary ability, Colorless Thunder Rod, allows players to search their deck for Lightning Energy cards, providing significant resource advantage during early turns. The attack Sparkling Tail delivers 100 damage while bypassing opponent defenses such as Weakness and Resistance, making it a potent offensive tool. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Ancient Origins set or to build decks centered around the Lightning energy type. The EX mechanic signifies its high power level and importance within the Pokémon Trading Card Game ecosystem. For enthusiasts of the 2015 era, this card represents a key piece of the franchise's history.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Ampharos-EX
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare Holo Ex
Eske Yoshinob
Card Stock
English
Holo
170
Lightning
Basic
Fighting ×2
Metal -20
2
181
Card Text
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Attack: Thunder Rod
Look at the top 4 cards of your deck and attach as many Lightning Energy cards you find there as you like to this Pokémon. Shuffle the other cards back into your deck.
Attack: Sparkling Tail (100)
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, or any other effects on your opponent's Active Pokémon.