Machamp – Expedition Base Set (#16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Machamp (#16) is a Rare Holo card from E-Card - Expedition Base Set released in 2002. It showcases artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida and the Iron Fist attack (50+ damage), Count the number of Pokémon you have in play with damage counters on them. Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 50 damage plus 10 more damage for each of those Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $70.60, Cardmarket average sale is €46.33, Floor listings start near €1.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $70.60
- Cardmarket trend price: €31.58
- Recent low listing: €1.50
Card Details
- Set
- Expedition Base Set
- Card Number
- 16
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin-ichi Yoshida
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Terraforming
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may look at the top 4 cards of your deck and rearrange them as you like. This power can't be used if Machamp is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Iron Fist
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50+
Count the number of Pokémon you have in play with damage counters on them. Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 50 damage plus 10 more damage for each of those Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Machamp from Expedition Base Set (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2002, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin-ichi Yoshida.
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 16 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Machamp's Iron Fist deals 50+ damage for Fighting + Fighting + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Count the number of Pokémon you have in play with damage counters on them. Flip a coin. If heads, th...
Stats Overview: 120 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition Base Set #16 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $70.60 |
�📦 Expedition Base Set Set Context
This Machamp is part of the Expedition Base Set expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2002.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida, 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 Expedition Base Set are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin-ichi Yoshida 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 16 was released in 2002 in the Expedition Base Set expansion. This set is part of the E-Card series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin-ichi Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Expedition Base Set 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.