Machamp – HS-Triumphant (#26)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Machamp (#26) is a Rare card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS-Triumphant released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Shin Nagasawa and the Vital Throw attack (40+ damage), You may do 40 damage plus 20 more damage. If you do, Machamp does 20 damage to itself.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.18, Cardmarket average sale is €1.47, Floor listings start near €0.15.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.18
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.60
- Recent low listing: €0.15
Card Details
- Set
- HS-Triumphant
- Card Number
- 26
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin Nagasawa
- HP
- 130
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Vital Throw
[Fighting]
— 40+
You may do 40 damage plus 20 more damage. If you do, Machamp does 20 damage to itself.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy). -
Hundred Furious Punches
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
Does 60 damage plus 10 more damage for each Fighting Energy attached to Machamp.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Machamp from HS-Triumphant (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin Nagasawa.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Machamp 26 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Machamp's Vital Throw deals 40+ damage for Fighting energy. Special effect: You may do 40 damage plus 20 more damage. If you do, Machamp does 20 damage to itself.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Psychic ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS-Triumphant #26 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare | $1.18 |
�📦 HS-Triumphant Set Context
This Machamp is part of the HS-Triumphant expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin Nagasawa, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Machamp card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare cards from HS-Triumphant are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin Nagasawa resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Machamp 26 was released in 2010 in the HS-Triumphant expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin Nagasawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: HS-Triumphant is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Machamp with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Machamp card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Machamp works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.