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Darkness Ablaze was released in 2020. It belongs to the Sword & Shield series.
The checklist contains 201 cards, placing it in a large expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 6 years old and sits in a modern-era collecting window.
Ampharos (#57) is one of the Rare prints in this expansion.
In 2020, Darkness Ablaze introduced this print of Ampharos. The printed flavor text states: "Its tail shines bright and strong.
It has been prized since long ago as a beacon for sailors." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare.
Printed HP is 150. Energy typing is Lightning.
As an evolution, Ampharos develops from Flaaffy. Attack line includes "Dazzle Blast" and "Electric Ball".
Current market pricing for Ampharos (Darkness Ablaze) sits near $0.24. Week-over-week change is limited (0.0%), indicating short-term stability.
Current value trails the 30-day mean ($0.25) by 2.0%. In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $0.22 to $0.27 (21% spread), a moderate-volatility profile.
This version is categorized as Rare.
Ampharos sits within a broader pool of Ampharos variants that can be compared by set, rarity, and price. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 6 sets.
Comparable prices currently cover $0.18-$8.68, a 4722% band. Against the sample mean of $2.06, this card is -88%.
Notable alternatives include Ampharos #40 (Steam Siege) at $0.63, Ampharos #56 (Evolving Skies) at $0.18, Ampharos #49 (Chilling Reign) at $0.23, and Ampharos #109 (Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos) at $2.08.
Market structure summary: The latest week is near flat (0.0%), suggesting consolidation rather than breakout behavior. The 90-day range spans $0.22 to $0.27 (21% spread), which indicates moderate-volatility behavior.
Relative to the 30-day baseline ($0.25), pricing is near equilibrium. Condition sensitivity is substantial: PSA 10 carries a +12346% premium over raw value.
PSA 9 is currently around $12.00, while PSA 10 is $29.87.
