Ampharos

Ampharos

Selected Masterpiece • 49/198
Market Price $0.19
Chilling Reign Sword & Shield 2021
The Illustrator

Megumi Mizutani

Megumi Mizutani has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2012 through 2025, spanning Sun & Moon, XY, and Sword & Shield. The work leans into character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, contrasting color, often carrying a playful, energetic mood.

Curatorial Commentary

“In this card, Ampharos stands confidently in a dimly lit environment, possibly a control room or a laboratory, surrounded by glowing equipment. Its bright, shining tail serves as a source of light, illuminating the space and creating a sense of warmth amidst the technological backdrop. The scene captures a moment of calm determination, as Ampharos seems ready to assist or protect those around it. This snapshot reflects the Pokémon's role as a guiding light, both literally and metaphorically.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 19, 2026.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Lightning
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
18/06/2021

Thunder Shock

50

Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Searchlight Tail

90+

Your opponent reveals their hand. If you find any Energy cards there, this attack does 90 more damage.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost