Machoke 49/130
Set: Base Set 2
Released: Feb 24, 2000
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About Machoke
Its muscular body is so powerful that it must wear a power-save belt to help regulate its motions.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #67
- Card Number 49/130
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorKen Sugimori
- Release Date24/02/2000
- SeriesBase
- Expansion Base Set 2
- Evolves From
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Fighting - Health Points80 HP
- Weakness
Psychic ×2 - Retreat Cost


Colorless ×3
Attacks
- Karate Chop50-



Does 50 damage minus 10 damage for each damage counter on Machoke.
- Submission60




Machoke does 20 damage to itself.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Machoke striking a confident pose, flexing its muscular arm in a rocky, rugged landscape beneath a cloudy sky, emphasizing its strength and readiness for battle.
Playability Overview
Machoke offers flexible damage output with Karate Chop's decreasing damage trade-off, encouraging strategic health management, while Submission provides a reliable, high-risk attack that balances offense and self-preservation.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Strength in MotionThis Machoke card exudes confidence and power with its muscular stance. The rocky background adds a rugged feel, making it a perfect fit for a “Fighter’s Arena” page. It should stand proudly alongside other strong fighters like Hitmonchan or Lucario, showcasing their raw energy and battle readiness.Additional Binder Suggestions: Rocky Terrain / Determined / Bold Colors / Martial Arts / Evolutionary Strength
















