Machamp – Guardians Rising (#65)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Machamp (#65) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Guardians Rising released in 2017. It showcases artwork by Hitoshi Ariga and the Settle the Score attack (20+ damage), This attack does 80 more damage for each Prize card your opponent took on their last turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.41, Cardmarket average sale is €0.34, Floor listings start near €0.09.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.41
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.78
- Recent low listing: €0.09
Card Details
- Set
- Guardians Rising
- Card Number
- 65
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hitoshi Ariga
- HP
- 160
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Settle the Score
[Fighting, Fighting]
— 20+
This attack does 80 more damage for each Prize card your opponent took on their last turn. -
Submission
[Fighting, Fighting, Fighting]
— 150
This Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Machamp from Guardians Rising (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hitoshi Ariga.
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 65 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Machamp's Settle the Score deals 20+ damage for Fighting + Fighting energy. Special effect: This attack does 80 more damage for each Prize card your opponent took on their last turn.
Stats Overview: 160 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guardians Rising #65 ← Current | 160 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.41 |
�📦 Guardians Rising Set Context
This Machamp is part of the Guardians Rising expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hitoshi Ariga, 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 Guardians Rising are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hitoshi Ariga 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 65 was released in 2017 in the Guardians Rising expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hitoshi Ariga. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Guardians Rising represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
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 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.