Machamp (151 #68) Collector’s Guide

Overview

Machamp from the 151 set is a Rare Fighting-type Stage 2 Pokémon with 180 HP. It features the Guts ability and the hard-hitting Mountain Chopping attack, offering solid stats and strategic potential.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: G
• Flavor Text: “With four arms that react more quickly than it can think, it can execute many punches at once.”

Key Printings

This Machamp is from the Scarlet & Violet series (set code sv3pt5), specifically the 151 set. It is a Rare with no known alternate print variants. Its Guts ability lets it survive a knockout hit by flipping a coin, while Mountain Chopping deals 100 damage and forces the opponent to discard cards from their deck.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Machamp. Key identifiers include:
– Card number: 68 (151 set)
– Illustrator: Ryuta Fuse
– Regulation mark: G
– Image reference: /images/sv3pt5/sv3pt5-68.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Machamp card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Guts ability and high-damage attack make it a potentially strategic choice in casual play, but official tournament use is not confirmed.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect with a sleeve, keep away from sunlight and moisture, and avoid bending or scratching. For long-term storage, use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• 151 (Scarlet & Violet, sv3pt5): Features Machamp as a powerful Fighting-type Stage 2 with a unique ability and a high-impact attack. The detailed artwork and sturdy HP make it a notable pickup for Scarlet & Violet collectors.