Question 1

What is the current market value of Ampharos #40?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Ampharos (Steam Siege) sits near $0.67. Over the last 7 days it declined 50.0%. Current value trails the 30-day mean ($1.31) by 48.7%. The 90-day window shows a floor near $0.67 and a peak around $1.53 (128% total spread), which maps to high-volatility movement. Rarity classification for this copy is Rare Holo.

Question 2

Is Ampharos #40 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: The market retraced 50.0% this week, and current pricing sits 56% below its recent high watermark. With a 128% 90-day spread ($0.67-$1.53), this card currently tracks as high-volatility. Versus the 30-day average ($1.31), the card is trading 48.7% lower. This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Ampharos #40 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2016, Steam Siege introduced this print of Ampharos. Card flavor text reads: "The tail's tip shines brightly and can be seen from far away. It acts as a beacon for lost people." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare Holo. Printed HP is 140. Energy typing is Lightning. As an evolution, Ampharos develops from Flaaffy. This card has the following ability: "Shocking Light". The printed attacks highlight "Gigavolt". It has a weakness to Fighting and resistance to Metal. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Ampharos cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Ampharos checklist helps contextualize this specific Ampharos print. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 6 cards, 5 distinct sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.06 and $14.67 (24350% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($7.24), this card is -91%. Notable alternatives include Ampharos #75 (Mega Evolution Black Star Promos) at $11.22, Ampharos #29 (Chaos Rising) at $0.06, Ampharos #90 (Chaos Rising) at $9.16, and Ampharos #40 (Dragons Exalted) at $5.40.

Question 5

What set is Ampharos #40 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Release year for Steam Siege is 2016. Steam Siege is grouped under the XY era. The checklist contains 116 cards, placing it in a mid-size expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 10 years old and now falls into an established back-catalog period. Within this set, Ampharos is card number 40 with a Rare Holo designation.

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