Machamp – Lost Origin (#88)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Machamp (#88) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Lost Origin released in 2022. It showcases artwork by Nisota Niso and the Strong-Arm Lariat attack (100+ damage), You may do 100 more damage. If you do, during your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.27, Cardmarket average sale is €0.31, Floor listings start near €0.03.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.27
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.23
- Recent low listing: €0.03
Card Details
- Set
- Lost Origin
- Card Number
- 88
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Nisota Niso
- HP
- 150
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Crisis Muscles
If your opponent has 3 or fewer Prize cards remaining, this Pokémon gets +150 HP.
Attacks & Strategy
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Strong-Arm Lariat
[Fighting, Fighting]
— 100+
You may do 100 more damage. If you do, during your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Machamp from Lost Origin (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Nisota Niso.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Machamp 88 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Machamp's Strong-Arm Lariat deals 100+ damage for Fighting + Fighting energy. Special effect: You may do 100 more damage. If you do, during your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.
Stats Overview: 150 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Origin #88 ← Current | 150 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.27 |
�📦 Lost Origin Set Context
This Machamp is part of the Lost Origin expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Nisota Niso, 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 Holo cards from Lost Origin are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Nisota Niso 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.
More from Lost Origin
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Machamp 88 was released in 2022 in the Lost Origin expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Nisota Niso. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Lost Origin represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Machamp have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ 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. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.