Dark Machoke
Dark Machoke is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket (#40). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.37 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Dark Machoke suits collectors working on Team Rocket who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Dark Machoke from Team Rocket?
Dark Machoke is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket numbered 40. While normally peaceful and friendly, the number of incidents involving cruel Machokes is rising. National Pokédex #67. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Dark Machoke worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.37 for Dark Machoke. Low and high spread runs $0.85 to $38.40. Per-finish references: unlimited: $2.37; 1stEdition: $5.90. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Team Rocket |
|---|---|
| Number | 40 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.37 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.11 |
| unlimited | $2.37 |
| 1stEdition | $5.90 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 60 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fighting |
| Evolves from | Machop |
| Drag Off | FightingFightingColorless 20 Before doing damage, choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon and switch it with the Defending Pokémon. Do the damage to the new Defending Pokémon. This attack can't be used if your opponent has no Benched Pokémon. |
| Knock Back | FightingFightingColorless 30 If your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, he or she chooses 1 of them and switches it with the Defending Pokémon. (Do the damage before switching the Pokémon.) |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Dark Machoke?
Dark Machoke is listed as Uncommon in Team Rocket. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Dark Machoke?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Dark Machoke from Team Rocket should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Dark Machoke is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Team Rocket, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $2.37 across finishes (unlimited: $2.37; 1stEdition: $5.90).
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $2.37 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Dark Machoke worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.37 for ungraded Dark Machoke from Team Rocket. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Dark Machoke from?
Dark Machoke is listed in Team Rocket (Base) as card #40. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Dark Machoke?
Our catalog lists Dark Machoke as Uncommon in Team Rocket. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Dark Machoke good for collectors or players?
Dark Machoke includes gameplay stats in Team Rocket. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Dark Machoke?
Finish variants of Dark Machoke carry separate market listings. unlimited: $2.37; 1stEdition: $5.90 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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