M Ampharos-EX

Ancient Origins 28/98 • ultra-rare

Set: Ancient Origins
Number: 28/98
Rarity: Rare Holo EX
Released: 2015
Energy type: Electric energy
Finish: Holographic
Market price: $18.59
Artist: 5ban Graphics

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$18.59market price via TCGplayer · Sep 20, 2026$16.06 – $18.59 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

Part of the Ancient Origins set, this M Ampharos-EX card features the Mega Evolution mechanic that defined the X and Y era of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Collectors prize this ultra-rare card for its distinct holographic finish and the striking, specialized artwork depicting Ampharos in its heightened Mega form.

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Card face

What it does

220 HPMEGAEX

Cost: lightning energy lightning energy colorless energy colorless energyExavolt120+

You may do 50 more damage and leave your opponent's Active Pokémon Paralyzed. If you do, this Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.

Weaknessfighting energy×2Resistancemetal energy-20Retreatcolorless energy colorless energy colorless energy

Mega Evolution rule: When 1 of your Pokémon becomes a Mega Evolution Pokémon, your turn ends.

Pokémon-EX rule: When a Pokémon-EX has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

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Provenance

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Released in the 2015 Ancient Origins expansion, M Ampharos-EX represents the Mega Evolution mechanic introduced during the XY series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This card highlights the shift in competitive play toward powerful, high-HP evolution cards that required the use of specific Spirit Link items to bypass the turn-ending drawback of Mega Evolution.

The card features an illustration by 5ban Graphics, a studio known for their distinct 3D-rendered style that defined the visual identity of the XY-era Ultra Rare cards. The artwork emphasizes the dynamic, electrical aesthetic of the Mega-evolved Ampharos, reflecting the set's focus on the convergence of ancient powers and modern technological advancements within the Pokémon universe.

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