Question 1

What is the current market value of M Ampharos-EX #88?

Accepted Answer

Latest market snapshots place M Ampharos-EX in Ancient Origins at roughly $76.81. Price action is stable over 7 days, moving only +0.1%. Relative to the last 30 days, value is near baseline at $76.93. The 90-day window shows a floor near $73.91 and a peak around $77.67 (5% total spread), which maps to low-volatility movement. This version is categorized as Rare Ultra.

Question 2

Is M Ampharos-EX #88 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Market structure summary: Weekly drift is minimal (+0.1%), indicating a relatively balanced short-term market. With a 5% 90-day spread ($73.91-$77.67), this card currently tracks as low-volatility. Relative to the 30-day baseline ($76.93), pricing is near equilibrium. Graded context points to a substantial premium curve, with PSA 10 at +1029% above raw pricing. PSA 9 is currently around $123.49, while PSA 10 is $866.82.

Question 3

What is M Ampharos-EX #88 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2015, Ancient Origins introduced this print of M Ampharos-EX. Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare Ultra. Printed HP is 220. Energy typing is Lightning. M Ampharos-EX evolves from Ampharos-EX. Card rules text: Mega Evolution rule: When 1 of your Pokémon becomes a Mega Evolution Pokémon, your turn ends. Pokémon-EX rule: When a Pokémon-EX has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. Attack line includes "Exavolt". It has a weakness to Fighting and resistance to Metal. Retreat cost is 3 energy. This rarity tier generally sits in premium chase segments relative to base rarities.

Question 4

What are the alternative M cards available?

Accepted Answer

Other M printings create a useful comparison set for M Ampharos-EX. The current sample spans 1 comparable cards from 1 set. Only one priced comparison is available in this sample ($17.04). Notable alternatives include M Ampharos-EX #28 (Ancient Origins) at $17.04.

Question 5

What set is M Ampharos-EX #88 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Ancient Origins entered circulation in 2015. Ancient Origins is grouped under the XY era. The checklist contains 100 cards, placing it in a mid-size expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 11 years old and now falls into an established back-catalog period. Within this set, M Ampharos-EX is card number 88 with a Rare Ultra designation.

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