Machoke is a Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I. Known as the Superpower Pokémon, it is renowned for its incredible strength and muscular physique. Machoke's body is so powerful that it must wear a special power-save belt to regulate its movements. This belt acts as a limiter, suppressing Machoke's boundless energy to keep its power under control. Despite its intimidating appearance, Machoke is often helpful to humans, assisting with physically demanding labor such as construction work and moving heavy objects.
Interestingly, Machoke's muscles are said to be as hard as steel, allowing it to easily lift heavy weights, including dump trucks, with just one hand. Its strength is so great that it can hold a sumo wrestler aloft using only a single finger. Machoke is dedicated to training and building its strength, often heading to fields and mountains on its days off to exercise. This Pokémon's commitment to fitness and its willingness to help others make it a popular choice for both battling and practical assistance in the Pokémon world.
Pokédex Data
- Category: Superpower Pokémon
- Height: 4'11" (1.5 m)
- Weight: 155.4 lbs (70.5 kg)
- Abilities: Guts, No Guard, Steadfast (Hidden Ability)
- Gender Ratio: 75% Male, 25% Female
Breeding
- Egg Groups: Human-Like
- Hatch Time: 5,120 steps
Pokédex Entries Across Versions
- Sword: Its muscular body is so powerful, it must wear a power-save belt to be able to regulate its motions.
- Shield: Its formidable body never gets tired. It helps people by doing work such as the moving of heavy goods.
- Brilliant Diamond: Machoke's boundless power is very dangerous, so it wears a belt that suppresses its energy.
- Shining Pearl: It can lift a dump truck with one hand. Using that kind of strength, it helps people do heavy jobs.
Evolutions
Machoke evolves from Machop at level 28 and evolves into Machamp when traded or when exposed to a Linking Cord in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
Habits and Additions Across Generations
- In Generation 3, Machoke did not have the No Guard ability.
- In Generation 1, Machoke had a base Special stat of 50.
- In Generations 1-4, Machoke had a base experience yield of 146.
- In Generations 2-7, Machoke had a base Friendship value of 70.
- In Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Machoke is described as a sturdy creature boasting a robust physique and boundless stamina, loving training above all else.