Ampharos – Steam Siege (#40)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Ampharos (#40) is a Rare Holo card from XY - Steam Siege released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Kanako Eo and the Gigavolt attack (80+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 more damage. If tails, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.72, Cardmarket average sale is €0.73, Floor listings start near €0.03.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.72
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.91
- Recent low listing: €0.03
Card Details
- Set
- Steam Siege
- Card Number
- 40
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kanako Eo
- HP
- 140
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Shocking Light
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may put 3 damage counters on 1 of your opponent's Pokémon-EX.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Gigavolt
[Lightning, Lightning, Colorless]
— 80+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 more damage. If tails, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ampharos from Steam Siege (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kanako Eo.
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 Ampharos 40 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Ampharos's Gigavolt deals 80+ damage for Lightning + Lightning + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 more damage. If tails, your opponent's Active Pokémon is ...
Stats Overview: 140 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.
� Compare Ampharos Cards
Looking for other Ampharos cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Siege #40 ← Current | 140 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.72 |
�📦 Steam Siege Set Context
This Ampharos is part of the Steam Siege expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kanako Eo, 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 Ampharos 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 cards from Steam Siege are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kanako Eo 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Ampharos 40 was released in 2016 in the Steam Siege 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 Kanako Eo. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Steam Siege 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 Ampharos have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Ampharos 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: Ampharos works best in Lightning type decks.