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Ampharos
Chaos Rising 90/86 • ultra-rare
- Set
- Chaos Rising
- Number
- 90/86
- Rarity
- Illustration Rare
- Released
- 2026
- Energy type
- Electric energy
- Finish
- Full art
- Artist
- saino misaki
What it does
If you have the same number of cards in your hand as your opponent, attacks used by this Pokémon do 80 more damage to your opponent's Active Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
During your next turn, this Pokémon can't use Flashing Bolt.
The tail's tip shines brightly and can be seen from far away. It acts as a beacon for lost people.
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Where it came from
Ampharos 90/86 from the Chaos Rising set is classified as an Illustration Rare, representing a deliberate shift in the Pokémon Trading Card Game toward prioritizing artistic narrative over purely functional gameplay aesthetics. Released as part of an expansion focused on unstable energy themes, the card was designed to highlight the character’s serene, lighthouse-keeper archetype through a softer, more atmospheric visual style that distinguishes it from standard holographic releases.
The artwork for this card was commissioned to capture a sense of calm amidst the chaotic themes of the broader set. By placing Ampharos in a reflective, dimly lit coastal environment, the illustrator emphasized the character's role as a beacon. Upon its release, the card was well-received by collectors who prioritize the 'Illustration Rare' designation, as it exemplifies the modern design trend of using full-bleed, narrative-driven compositions to elevate Pokémon cards into fine art pieces.
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