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Machop

Base Set 2 78/130 • common

Set: Base Set 2
Number: 78/130
Rarity: Common
Released: 2000
Energy type: fighting energy
Market price: $0.61
Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita

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Market

What it's worth

$0.61market price via TCGplayer · Nov 4, 2026$0.43 – $0.67 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a fighting-type card from this specific set, Machop serves as a foundational element for players building their early-game roster. Its status as a common card makes it a staple for collectors and competitors alike, representing a core piece of the series' history.

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Card face

What it does

50 HPBasic

Cost: fighting energyLow Kick20

Weaknesspsychic energy×2Retreatcolorless energy

Loves to build its muscles. It trains in all styles of martial arts to become even stronger.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
ExpandedNot legal
UnlimitedLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Released in early 2000, Base Set 2 was designed as a strategic re-release intended to keep the burgeoning Pokémon Trading Card Game accessible to new players. By combining cards from the original Base Set and the Jungle expansion, it provided a comprehensive entry point for fans who had missed out on the initial limited prints. The set utilized the original Ken Sugimori illustrations, maintaining the iconic, clean aesthetic that defined the franchise's early visual identity.

The Machop card, designated as 78/130, retains the straightforward composition and bold linework characteristic of the early series. As a common fighting-type Pokémon, it was structured to be a foundational piece for deck building, emphasizing accessibility for players. Upon its release, the card served as a staple for early gameplay, valued more for its utility in matches than for any scarcity in its print run.

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Other printings

Others named Machop

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About

About Machop

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