Machamp – Base (#8)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Machamp (#8) is a Rare Holo card from Base - Base released in 1999. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Seismic Toss attack (60 damage). Cardmarket average sale is €83.62, Floor listings start near €17.00.
- Cardmarket trend price: €85.33
- Recent low listing: €17.00
Card Details
- Set
- Base
- Card Number
- 8
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Strikes Back
Whenever your opponent's attack damages Machamp (even if Machamp is Knocked Out), this power does 10 damage to the attacking Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance.) This power can't be used if Machamp is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed when your opponent attacks.
Attacks & Strategy
- Seismic Toss [Fighting, Fighting, Fighting, Colorless] — 60
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Machamp from Base (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 1999, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 8 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Machamp's Seismic Toss deals 60 damage for Fighting + Fighting + Fighting + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 100 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.
� Compare Machamp Cards
Looking for other Machamp cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base #8 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | N/A |
�📦 Base Set Context
This Machamp is part of the Base expansion , released as part of the Base series in 1999.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Base are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori 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 Base
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Machamp 8 was released in 1999 in the Base expansion. This set is part of the Base series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Base 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 have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. 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.