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ampharos-mega
Generation II · #10045 — Light Pokémon
Mega Ampharos is the Mega Evolution of Ampharos, the final form of the Mareep evolutionary line introduced in Generation II. Upon Mega Evolving using the Ampharosite, Ampharos undergoes a remarkable transformation that shifts its type from pure Electric to Electric/Dragon, fundamentally altering its combat capabilities and strategic role. This Mega Evolution was introduced in Generation VI alongside the broader Mega Evolution mechanic, allowing trainers to temporarily boost their Ampharos to tremendous power levels in battle. The transformation represents a significant power spike, with Mega Ampharos boasting a base stat total of 610, compared to the standard Ampharos's 510, making it a formidable presence in competitive play. The legendary beacon Pokémon takes on an even more radiant appearance upon Mega Evolution, with its distinctive tail beacon becoming more prominent as the source of its enhanced electrical and draconic energy.
Base Stats
Height
1.4m
Weight
61.5kg
Category
Light Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
yellow
Shape
upright
Habitat
grassland
Abilities
Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent a move.
Ampharos-mega Biology & Physical Characteristics
Mega Ampharos maintains the basic ovine structure of its pre-evolution while undergoing dramatic physical enhancements during the Mega Evolution process. The Pokémon retains its characteristic 1.4-meter height and 61.5-kilogram weight, though its proportions shift to accommodate its newfound power. The most striking biological change is the intensification of the red orbs adorning its body—the forehead orb and especially the tail orb begin to glow with far greater luminosity, pulsating with combined electrical and draconic energy. Its wool becomes infused with crystalline structures that conduct both electric and dragon-type energy, giving it a more imposing silhouette. The addition of Dragon-type attributes introduces subtle physiological changes to its cellular structure, allowing it to harness mystical draconic power alongside its natural electrical capabilities. The transformation appears to enhance the Pokémon's overall musculature and presence, making it appear more imposing despite maintaining identical physical dimensions to its base form.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Ampharos-mega Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Mega Ampharos maintains the standard gender distribution of its base form, with a perfect 50% male to 50% female ratio, allowing for flexible breeding combinations in the Pokémon daycare system. Like all Ampharos, Mega Ampharos belongs to the Monster and Field egg groups, making it compatible with a diverse array of Pokémon for breeding purposes. The species has a base happiness value of 70, indicating a moderately friendly disposition that influences how quickly it bonds with trainers and learns from their guidance. Mega Ampharos requires twenty egg cycles to hatch when bred, equivalent to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps, making it a moderately time-consuming breeding project compared to faster-hatching species but faster than many legendary or pseudo-legendary Pokémon. The breeding mechanics do not change between Ampharos and its Mega Evolution form; rather, the Mega Evolution is a temporary battle transformation that does not affect reproductive capabilities or inheritance of moves and abilities to offspring. Trainers seeking to breed Ampharos with specific moves or natures typically work with the base form before considering Mega Evolution for competitive or casual play, as only the fully-evolved Ampharos can achieve the Mega Evolution transformation using Ampharosite.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
platinum
tm01
emerald
tm01
diamond pearl
tm01
firered leafgreen
tm01
ruby sapphire
tm01
xd
tm01
colosseum
tm01
heartgold soulsilver
tm03
sword shield
tm05
sword shield
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
yellow
tm06
gold silver
tm06
red blue
tm06
crystal
tm06
emerald
tm06
firered leafgreen
tm06
diamond pearl
tm06
platinum
tm06
ruby sapphire
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ampharos-mega's Evolution Chain
Ampharos-mega Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Mega Ampharos represents the pinnacle of the Mareep evolution line and can only be achieved by an already fully-evolved Ampharos holding the Ampharosite stone during battle. The Mega Evolution process is instantaneous upon meeting these conditions, transforming the Pokémon into a far more powerful form that maintains its gentle demeanor despite its enhanced combat prowess. The transition grants Mega Ampharos a secondary Dragon typing, making it the only Pokémon in the Mareep line to possess this type, and fundamentally changes its stat distribution. Most notably, its Special Attack increases from 115 to a commanding 165, solidifying its role as a special attacker of extraordinary potency. Additionally, Mega Ampharos gains 20 base points in Attack (from 75 to 95) and 20 in Defense (from 85 to 105), making it significantly more bulky than its predecessor. The trade-off is a reduction in Speed, dropping from 55 to 45, which is actually lower than its pre-evolution—a curious design choice that suggests Mega Ampharos prioritizes devastating special attacks over swift action. The ability changes from Static to Mold Breaker, an exceptionally useful ability that allows its moves to ignore the defensive effects of opponent abilities, making it an invaluable asset in competitive team building.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Ampharos-mega Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Mega Ampharos exhibits heightened behavioral patterns consistent with its increased power and draconic nature. While standard Ampharos serves as a beacon of light for lost travelers and maritime navigation, Mega Ampharos takes this role to extraordinary extremes, with its tail beacon visible from even greater distances and with more intense, almost hypnotic luminescence. The Dragon-type energy integrated into its biology grants it a more commanding presence, and Mega Ampharos is known to be more assertive and energetic during battles compared to its pre-evolved form. Despite gaining access to draconic power, Mega Ampharos remains fundamentally connected to its pastoral origins and continues to thrive in grasslands and cultivated fields where its ancestors Mareep and Flaaffy are commonly found. The Pokémon's natural inclination to provide illumination becomes even more pronounced after Mega Evolution, as if the added power enhances its instinctive desire to guide and protect. Trainers report that Mega Ampharos in battle moves with more deliberate intensity, suggesting that the fusion of electrical and draconic energies creates a more aggressive temperament while retaining its gentle base nature.
Pokedex Entries
Generation II
The tail's tip shines brightly and can be seen from far away. It acts as a beacon for lost people.
The bright light on its tail can be seen far away. It has been treasured since ancient times as a beacon.
When it gets dark, the light from its bright, shiny tail can be seen from far away on the ocean's surface.
Generation III
AMPHAROS gives off so much light that it can be seen even from space. People in the old days used the light of this POKéMON to send signals back and forth with others far away.
It gives off so much light that it can be seen even from space. People in the old days used its light to send signals back and forth with others far away.
The bright light on its tail can be seen far away. It has been treasured since ancient times as a beacon.
The tail’s tip shines brightly and can be seen from far away. It acts as a beacon for lost people.
Generation IV
The tip of its tail shines brightly. In the olden days, people sent signals using the tail’s light.
The tail’s tip shines brightly and can be seen from far away. It acts as a beacon for lost people.
The bright light on its tail can be seen far away. It has been treasured since ancient times as a beacon.
Generation V
The tip of its tail shines brightly. In the olden days, people sent signals using the tail’s light.
The tip of its tail shines so brightly it can be used to send sea-navigation beacons to distant foreign shores.
Generation VI
The tail’s tip shines brightly and can be seen from far away. It acts as a beacon for lost people.
Ampharos gives off so much light that it can be seen even from space. People in the old days used the light of this Pokémon to send signals back and forth with others far away.
Generation VII
The light from its tail can be seen from space. This is why you can always tell exactly where it is, which is why it usually keeps the light off.
Its tail shines bright and strong. It has been prized since long ago as a beacon for sailors.
Ampharos-mega Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Ampharos derives from 'amphora,' the ancient Greek two-handled vessel used for storing oil and other liquids, combined with 'pharos,' meaning 'lighthouse' in Greek—a fitting reference given the Pokémon's beacon-like tail and its role illuminating darkness. The design itself is rooted in sheep and goat imagery, with its wool-covered body, quadrupedal stance, and distinctive conical ears reflecting these pastoral creatures. The red orbs adorning its forehead and tail serve as the visual centerpiece, representing both the concentration of its electrical power and, in the Mega Evolution form, the focal points where Dragon-type energy manifests. In Japanese, Ampharos is known as Denryu, combining 'den' (electricity) and 'ryu' (dragon or flow), which particularly resonates with the Mega Evolution's addition of Dragon typing. The transformation design emphasizes light and energy, with Mega Ampharos appearing to glow more intensely as if its entire body is crackling with barely-contained power. The Dragon typing addition in Mega form may reference the mythological connection between lightning and dragons across various cultures, as well as the concept of electricity as a flowing, serpentine force of nature.
Learnable Moves
Ampharos-mega can learn 64 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| after you | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| brutal swing | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| charge | electric | Status | — | — | 20 |
| charge beam | electric | Special | 50 | 90 | 10 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| confuse ray | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| cotton guard | grass | Status | — | — | 10 |
| cotton spore | grass | Status | — | 100 | 40 |
| discharge | electric | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| dragon pulse | dragon | Special | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| echoed voice | normal | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| electro ball | electric | Special | — | 100 | 10 |
| electroweb | electric | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fire punch | fire | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| growl | normal | Status | — | 100 | 40 |
| heal bell | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| ion deluge | electric | Status | — | — | 25 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| laser focus | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| light screen | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| magnet rise | electric | Status | — | — | 10 |
| magnetic flux | electric | Status | — | — | 20 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| power gem | rock | Special | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| power up punch | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| shock wave | electric | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| signal beam | bug | Special | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| thunder punch | electric | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| thunder shock | electric | Special | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| thunder wave | electric | Status | — | 90 | 20 |
| thunderbolt | electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| volt switch | electric | Special | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| wild charge | electric | Physical | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| zap cannon | electric | Special | 120 | 50 | 5 |
Ampharos-mega Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battles, Mega Ampharos occupies a unique niche as a special attacker with surprising bulk and coverage capabilities. The jump in Special Attack from 115 to 165 is extraordinarily significant, placing Mega Ampharos among the more powerful special attackers in competitive formats, though its Speed of 45 necessitates careful team construction and often demands support from priority move users or speed-controlling teammates. The addition of Dragon typing grants access to the powerful Dragon-type move pool, including moves like Dragon Pulse and Dragon Dance, while retaining all the classic Electric-type moves such as Thunderbolt, Thunder, and Power Gem. The defining competitive advantage is Mold Breaker, which bypasses abilities like Levitate, Thick Fat, Filter, and Wonder Guard—allowing Mega Ampharos to hit threats that would otherwise wall its attacks. Its Special Defense of 110 and Defense of 105 provide respectable bulk, enabling it to survive hits from neutral attackers and occasionally tank hits from super-effective moves. However, the low Speed tier makes Mega Ampharos vulnerable to faster physical attackers and makes it difficult to outspeed threats in the metagame without external support. Strategic teambuilding around Mega Ampharos typically involves speed control through Trick Room, tailwind support from teammates, or switching into safe scenarios where its typing and bulk allow it to establish control and deal significant damage through special attacks.
Commonly Asked Questions About Ampharos-mega
What type is Ampharos-mega?
Ampharos-mega is a electric and dragon type Pokemon.
What does Ampharos-mega evolve into?
Ampharos-mega does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Ampharos-mega's weaknesses?
Ampharos-mega is weak to ground, ice, dragon and fairy type moves.
Ampharos-mega Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Ampharos has maintained significant cultural presence since its introduction in Generation II, with its distinctive lighthouse Pokémon concept resonating across generations of trainers and fans. The Mareep evolutionary line features prominently in Johto-region narratives, with Ampharos serving as a symbol of guidance and hope—themes that have been explored in anime episodes, manga stories, and official Pokémon media. The character Amphy from the anime series, a beloved Ampharos, became a fan-favorite depiction of the species, contributing substantially to its cultural cachet and establishing it as more than a mere mechanical game unit. Mega Ampharos, introduced during Generation VI's expansion of Mega Evolution mechanics, captured fan imagination with its unexpected Dragon typing, which many trainers had theorized about or desired to see implemented. The Mega Evolution form has been featured in competitive tournaments and casual play alike, earning respect from both casual players appreciating its elegant design and competitive players recognizing its strategic depth. Beyond competitive and entertainment spheres, Ampharos has achieved iconic status in Pokémon merchandising, appearing on cards, plushies, figures, and artwork that celebrate its role as a lighthouse beacon—a metaphor for protection, guidance, and illumination that transcends the gaming context into broader cultural symbolism of light overcoming darkness.
Where to Find Ampharos-mega in Every Pokémon Game
Mega Ampharos availability depends upon players first obtaining a standard Ampharos and acquiring an Ampharosite Mega Stone. In most Pokémon games featuring Ampharos, the base form can be caught as a Mareep in early-game grasslands or obtained through breeding, then evolved naturally at level 15 to Flaaffy and again at level 30 to Ampharos. The Ampharosite is typically distributed through special events, found in specific postgame locations, or occasionally made available through in-game purchasable content in modern titles. In Pokémon X and Y, where Mega Evolution was introduced, Ampharosite can be obtained relatively early in the Coastal Kalos region, making Mega Ampharos accessible during standard playthrough for dedicated trainers. Subsequent games including Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, Sun and Moon, Sword and Shield, and Scarlet and Violet have all featured Ampharos with varying availability of the Ampharosite—some games provide it through story progression while others require postgame content completion or event participation. Trainers playing in Pokémon Legends: Arceus and other recent titles should consult game-specific guides for current availability, as Mega Evolution mechanics have been modified or replaced in certain titles with alternative power-up systems. For competitive players in official tournaments, Ampharosite availability depends upon the current format rules and approved item lists, though it has generally remained legal in formats where Mega Evolution is permitted.