Giovanni's Machoke
Giovanni's Machoke is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Gym Challenge (#42). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.73 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Giovanni's Machoke suits collectors working on Gym Challenge who need the Uncommon slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Giovanni's Machoke from Gym Challenge?
Giovanni's Machoke is a Pokémon card in Gym Challenge numbered 42. It evolves from Giovanni's Machop. National Pokédex #67. 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.
What is Giovanni's Machoke worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.73 for Giovanni's Machoke. Low and high spread runs $0.99 to $5.89. Per-finish references: unlimited: $2.73; 1stEdition: $6.56. 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 | Gym Challenge |
|---|---|
| Number | 42 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.73 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.29 |
| unlimited | $2.73 |
| 1stEdition | $6.56 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fighting |
| Evolves from | Giovanni's Machop |
| Risky Attack | Fighting 60 Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does no damage to the Defending Pokémon and Giovanni's Machoke does 100 damage to itself. |
| Headlock | FightingFightingColorless 20+ Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 20 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, this attack does 20 damage. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Giovanni's Machoke?
Giovanni's Machoke is listed as Uncommon in Gym Challenge. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. 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.
What are the key details for Giovanni's Machoke?
Catalog fields: set Gym Challenge, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. 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
Giovanni's Machoke (#42) is a promo-line printing from Gym Challenge where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Giovanni's Machoke is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Gym Challenge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $2.73 across finishes (unlimited: $2.73; 1stEdition: $6.56).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori 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 $2.73 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Giovanni's Machoke worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.73 for ungraded Giovanni's Machoke from Gym Challenge. 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 Giovanni's Machoke from?
Giovanni's Machoke is listed in Gym Challenge (Gym) as card #42. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Giovanni's Machoke?
Our catalog lists Giovanni's Machoke as Uncommon in Gym Challenge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Giovanni's Machoke good for collectors or players?
Giovanni's Machoke includes gameplay stats in Gym Challenge. 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 Giovanni's Machoke?
Finish variants of Giovanni's Machoke carry separate market listings. unlimited: $2.73; 1stEdition: $6.56 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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