Machoke (Plasma Blast 48) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Machoke from Plasma Blast is an Uncommon, 90 HP Fighting-type. Numbered 48, it showcases raw power with Seismic Toss and offers a reliable option for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Machop
• Type: Fighting
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistances: None
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Last-Chance Chop: Does 20+ damage, with an additional 70 damage if Machoke’s remaining HP is exactly 10.
• Seismic Toss: Deals 60 damage with a cost of two Fighting and one Colorless energy.
• Flavor Text: “It happily carries heavy cargo to toughen up. It willingly does hard work for people.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Plasma Blast printing, card number 48 (Uncommon). It pairs balanced 90 HP with the unique Last-Chance Chop, which can deal significant damage under specific conditions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants. Key identifiers:
– Set code: “bw10”
– Card number: 48
– Illustrator: match
– Fighting type and Stage 1 subtype remain important identifiers for collectors and players.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is currently not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• No official tournament legality is confirmed.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface—Uncommon Plasma Blast cards like this can be sought after by set collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Blast (bw10): Features Plasma-themed artwork and mechanics. Machoke stands out as a solid Fighting-type Stage 1 with Last-Chance Chop, rewarding strategic play when its HP is low. The set highlights dynamic battle scenarios and tough Pokémon that thrive under pressure.