Machamp – Legend Maker (#9)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Machamp (#9) is a Rare Holo card from EX - Legend Maker released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Derail attack (40 damage), Discard a Special Energy card, if any, attached to the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $17.13, Cardmarket average sale is €5.59, Floor listings start near €1.98.
- TCGplayer market price: $17.13
- Cardmarket trend price: €8.23
- Recent low listing: €1.98
Card Details
- Set
- Legend Maker
- Card Number
- 9
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Derail
[Fighting, Colorless]
— 40
Discard a Special Energy card, if any, attached to the Defending Pokémon. -
Swift Blow
[Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
Does 60 damage plus 20 damage for each React Energy card attached to Machamp.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Machamp from Legend Maker (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 9 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Machamp's Derail deals 40 damage for Fighting + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard a Special Energy card, if any, attached to the Defending Pokémon.
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.
� Compare Machamp Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legend Maker #9 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $17.13 |
�📦 Legend Maker Set Context
This Machamp is part of the Legend Maker expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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 Legend Maker are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou 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 9 was released in 2006 in the Legend Maker expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Legend Maker 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 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 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.