Machamp – Skyridge (#H15)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Machamp (#H15) is a Rare Holo card from E-Card - Skyridge released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Drag Off attack (20 damage), Before doing damage, if your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, choose 1 of them and switch it with the Defending Pokémon. If your opponent has no Benched Pokémon, ignore this effect.. TCGplayer market price sits around $182.75, Cardmarket average sale is €121.67, Floor listings start near €18.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $182.75
- Cardmarket trend price: €76.74
- Recent low listing: €18.00
Card Details
- Set
- Skyridge
- Card Number
- H15
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Immunity
Prevent all effects of your opponent's attacks done to Machamp.
Attacks & Strategy
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Drag Off
[Fighting, Colorless]
— 20
Before doing damage, if your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, choose 1 of them and switch it with the Defending Pokémon. If your opponent has no Benched Pokémon, ignore this effect. -
Hurricane Punch
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30×
Flip 4 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Machamp from Skyridge (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.
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 H15 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Machamp's Drag Off deals 20 damage for Fighting + Colorless energy. Special effect: Before doing damage, if your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, choose 1 of them and switch it with t...
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skyridge #H15 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $182.75 |
�📦 Skyridge Set Context
This Machamp is part of the Skyridge expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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 Skyridge are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoyo Kimura 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 Skyridge
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Machamp H15 was released in 2003 in the Skyridge 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 Naoyo Kimura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Skyridge 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.