Ampharos (Chilling Reign 49) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Ampharos from the Chilling Reign set is a Rare card numbered 49 with 160 HP. Its notable attack, Searchlight Tail, adds a strategic element to gameplay. This card’s design reflects the set’s cool, atmospheric theme.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Flaaffy
• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: E

Key Printings

This exact printing of Ampharos appears in the Sword & Shield series, specifically the Chilling Reign expansion. It is a rare card numbered 49 in the set.

Attacks & Strategy

• Thunder Shock: Can paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Searchlight Tail: Can deal extra damage if the opponent reveals Energy cards in their hand.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Ampharos card. It is identified by the set code “swsh6” and card ID “swsh6-49.” The artwork by Megumi Mizutani and the regulation mark “E” further distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Ampharos card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this Ampharos card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and detailed illustration, handling with clean hands and storing in a rigid top-loader is recommended.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Chilling Reign (swsh6): Ampharos appears as a powerful Stage 2 Lightning-type Pokémon with notable attacks that combine status effects and conditional damage. The set showcases this card with a rare rarity and detailed illustration, emphasizing its role as a beacon-themed figure.