Light-machoke – Neo Destiny (#49)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Light-machoke (#49) is an Uncommon card from Neo - Neo Destiny released in 2002. It showcases artwork by Miki Tanaka and the Return Home attack, If you have any Benched Pokémon, shuffle 1 of them and all cards attached to it into your deck.. Cardmarket average sale is €3.23, Floor listings start near €0.40.
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.34
- Recent low listing: €0.40
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Destiny
- Card Number
- 49
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Miki Tanaka
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Machamp
Attacks & Strategy
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Return Home
[Fighting]
If you have any Benched Pokémon, shuffle 1 of them and all cards attached to it into your deck. -
Gentle Kick
[Fighting, Fighting]
— 40
If the Defending Pokémon has no damage counters on it, this attack does 40 damage. If it has any, this attack does 20 damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Light-machoke from Neo Destiny (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2002, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Miki Tanaka.
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 Light-machoke 49 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Light-machoke's Return Home for Fighting energy. Special effect: If you have any Benched Pokémon, shuffle 1 of them and all cards attached to it into your deck.
Stats Overview: 80 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Destiny #49 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | N/A |
�📦 Neo Destiny Set Context
This Light-machoke is part of the Neo Destiny expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2002.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Miki Tanaka, 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 Light-machoke 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
- Uncommon cards from Neo Destiny are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Miki Tanaka 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: Light-machoke 49 was released in 2002 in the Neo Destiny expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Miki Tanaka. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Destiny 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 Light-machoke 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 Light-machoke 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: Light-machoke works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.