Giovanni's Machoke is card number 42 from the 2000 Pokémon Trading Card Game Gym Challenge expansion, featuring a Stage 1 Fighting Pokémon with distinct attack mechanics.
Giovanni's Machoke
2000 • Pokémon • Gym Challenge
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Giovanni's Machoke, identified as card number 42 in the 2000 Gym Challenge expansion, is a notable Stage 1 Fighting Pokémon within the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Created by illustrator Ken Sugimori, this card captures the essence of Team Rocket's leadership through its gameplay design. As a Fighting-type Pokémon, it offers strategic depth for players looking to build competitive decks or complete their set collections. The card evolves from Giovanni's Machop and boasts 80 hit points, providing a solid presence on the battlefield. Its attacks present unique strategic choices: the Fighting Risky Attack allows players to gamble for high damage potential with a coin flip, while the Headlock attack offers a reliable method to paralyze opponents. This duality makes it a favorite among collectors who appreciate both the character's narrative role and the card's mechanical versatility. For investors and hobbyists, maintaining a pristine copy of this card contributes to a comprehensive collection of the Gym Challenge series. The Gym Challenge set remains a significant chapter in Pokémon TCG history, and Giovanni's Machoke stands out for its clear artwork and engaging gameplay. Whether you are seeking to finish your base set or add a key piece to your Team Rocket collection, this card represents a fundamental part of the franchise's early legacy.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Giovanni's Machoke
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
80
Fighting
Stage 1
Giovanni's Machop
Psychic ×2
2
67
Card Text
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Attack: Risky Attack (60)
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does no damage to the Defending Pokémon and Giovanni's Machoke does 100 damage to itself.
Attack: Headlock (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.