M ampharos ex – Ancient Origins (#28)
Price Overview & Key Facts
M ampharos ex (#28) is a Rare Holo Ex card from XY - Ancient Origins released in 2015. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Exavolt attack (120+ damage), You may do 50 more damage and leave your opponent's Active Pokémon Paralyzed. If you do, this Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.. TCGplayer market price sits around $20.71, Cardmarket average sale is €17.98, Floor listings start near €7.33.
- TCGplayer market price: $20.71
- Cardmarket trend price: €16.52
- Recent low listing: €7.33
Card Details
- Set
- Ancient Origins
- Card Number
- 28
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 220
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Exavolt
[Lightning, Lightning, Colorless, Colorless]
— 120+
You may do 50 more damage and leave your opponent's Active Pokémon Paralyzed. If you do, this Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
M ampharos ex from Ancient Origins (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This M ampharos ex 28 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: M ampharos ex's Exavolt deals 120+ damage for Lightning + Lightning + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may do 50 more damage and leave your opponent's Active Pokémon Paralyzed. If you do, this Pokémo...
Stats Overview: 220 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Metal -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Origins #28 ← Current | 220 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Ex | $20.71 |
�📦 Ancient Origins Set Context
This M ampharos ex is part of the Ancient Origins expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your M ampharos ex card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Holo Ex cards from Ancient Origins are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Ancient Origins
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: M ampharos ex 28 was released in 2015 in the Ancient Origins expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ancient Origins is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like M ampharos ex with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your M ampharos ex card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: M ampharos ex works best in Lightning type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.