Ampharos #36 from Galactic's Conquest - Rare Holo - Illustrated by Atsuko Nishida
Pokémon

Ampharos

#36/96 in Galactic's Conquest, Rare Holo, 130 HP, illustrated by Atsuko Nishida.

Card number
#36/96
Rarity
Rare Holo
HP
130 HP
Language
Japanese
Release date
October 10, 2008
Illustrator
Atsuko Nishida
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Collector Notes

Ampharos

Ampharos appears in the Japanese print of Galactic's Conquest, released on October 10, 2008. Ampharos is a rare holo rarity and 130 HP. The Galactic's Conquest set contains 96 cards.

Artist Info

This card's illustration was created by Atsuko Nishida.

Collector Insights

Ampharos is a Pokémon with 130 HP, featured in the Galactic's Conquest set released on October 10, 2008. Its design is attributed to artist Atsuko Nishida, and it carries a Rare Holo rarity. The card includes two attacks: Gigavolt and Reflect Energy. Gigavolt requires one Lightning and one Colorless Energy, dealing 30+ damage with a 50% chance to add 30 more damage or paralyze the defending Pokémon. Reflect Energy costs three Energy cards—Lightning and two Colorless—dealing 70 damage and allowing the player to move an Energy card from Ampharos to a benched Pokémon. The card’s strategic versatility lies in its ability to either deal substantial damage or reposition resources. Its design reflects a balance between offensive and utility-focused gameplay. The card’s inclusion in the Galactic's Conquest set highlights its role in competitive and recreational play during its release era.

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