Machamp 88 / 196 Pokemon Card from Lost Origin Set

Machamp — Lost Origin 88/196 Pokémon TCG card

Machamp is a Stage 2 Fighting-type Pokémon with 150 HP. It is illustrated by artist Nisota Niso and is part of the Lost Origin set in the Sword & Shield…

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About the Machamp Pokémon Card

Machamp is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 150 HP from the Lost Origin set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 88/196 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Lost Origin set was released on September 9, 2022.

The card includes the flavor text: “It quickly swings its four arms to rock its opponents with ceaseless punches and chops from all angles.”.

Machamp Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Machamp

Card number: 88/196

Set: Lost Origin

Series: Sword & Shield

Rarity: Rare Holo

Subtypes: Stage 2

Type: Fighting

HP: 150

Artist: Nisota Niso

Release date: September 9, 2022

National Pokédex number: 68

Why Collect the Machamp Pokémon Card?

Machamp is a solid addition to the Lost Origin set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Machamp Pokémon Card

Machamp was illustrated by Nisota Niso.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Machamp Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Machamp is about $0.42. Recent listings range from roughly $0.20 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.43. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Lost Origin set has a median card value near $0.31 and an average near $6.59, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -3% over the last 7 days and -13% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Lost Origin set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Machamp Pokémon Card

Whether Machamp is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 71 copies of this card, of which 17 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 23.9%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Machamp Pokémon Card?

Rare Holo cards like Machamp are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 71 copies to date.

Other Printings of Machamp

Machamp appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge H15 (around $420), Base 8 (around

16) and Legendary Collection 15 (around
76).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Machamp Pokémon Card

The Machamp pokémon card is a Rare Holo card from the Lost Origin set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Lost Origin set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.42; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Machamp card from?

Machamp is from the Lost Origin set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 88/196 with the Rare Holo rarity.

What rarity is the Machamp card?

Machamp is classified as Rare Holo.

How much is the Machamp 88/196 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.42, within a recent range of roughly $0.20 to

9.98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Machamp card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 71 copies so far, with about 23.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Machamp?

PSA has graded 71 copies, of which 17 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 23.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Machamp card?

Rare Holo cards like Machamp are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Lost Origin set released?

The Lost Origin set was released on September 9, 2022.

Are there other printings of Machamp?

Yes. Machamp appears on 27 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.