Machop – Skyridge (#74)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Machop (#74) is a Common card from E-Card - Skyridge released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Miki Tanaka and the Smash Punch attack (20 damage), Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.89, Cardmarket average sale is €1.82, Floor listings start near €0.45.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.89
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.14
- Recent low listing: €0.45
Card Details
- Set
- Skyridge
- Card Number
- 74
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Miki Tanaka
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Machoke
Attacks & Strategy
-
Smash Punch
[Colorless]
— 20
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. -
Fling
[Fighting, Colorless]
— 20
Your opponent switches the Defending Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon, if any. (Do the damage before switching the Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Machop from Skyridge (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Miki Tanaka.
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 Machop 74 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Machop's Smash Punch deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
Stats Overview: 50 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 Machop Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skyridge #74 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $5.89 |
�📦 Skyridge Set Context
This Machop is part of the Skyridge expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Miki Tanaka, 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 Machop 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
- Common cards from Skyridge are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Miki Tanaka 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: Machop 74 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 Miki Tanaka. 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 Machop 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 Machop 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: Machop works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.