Machop (Evolutions 57) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Machop from the Evolutions set is a Common card numbered 57 with 70 HP. This sturdy Fighting-type Pokémon features the attack Dual Chop, making it a straightforward choice for early battles. Its classic design captures Machop’s determined spirit in a compact, collectible form.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attack: Dual Chop — Flip 2 coins; this attack does 20 damage times the number of heads.

Key Printings

This Machop card is from the XY series, specifically the Evolutions set (xy12). It is card number 57 in the set and classified as Common rarity. The card features no evolutions from previous stages, emphasizing its role as a Basic Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “xy12” and card number 57. The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Fighting-type symbol further help distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s vivid artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it is accessible but still benefits from careful handling to maintain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (xy12): This set revisits classic Pokémon designs with updated mechanics. Machop appears as a strong Basic Fighting-type, featuring the straightforward Dual Chop attack that scales damage with coin flips. The card’s nostalgic art and balanced stats make it a staple for collectors of the Evolutions set.