No. 067
Machoke
Superpower Pokémon
Machoke at a Glance
Machoke (No. 067) is a Fighting Pokémon in the Superpower Pokémon category. In a typical playthrough it becomes most useful after you reach Rocky Ridges, so plan its unlock around that milestone instead of forcing it too early.
Its A-rated Building specialty makes it a dependable fit for construction lots work, and the secondary Hauling skill lets it cover a second lane when your roster is thin. It is most efficient when paired with the materials it already favors — Stone Brick, Lumber.
Work Specialty
Machoke works best on building tasks and can back up hauling duties. Its A-rated fit makes it a strong pick for the right worksite.
Worksites
Materials
Stone Brick, Lumber
Habitat
Machoke is a Highland habitat resident first unlocked in Rocky Ridges. Set up the right furniture and comfort before expecting it to spawn.
Requirements
- Sturdy furniture x2
- Comfort 55+
How to Use Machoke
Machoke fits naturally into a team that needs building work. Unlock its Highland habitat in Rocky Ridges first, then match the required furniture and comfort to start spawning it reliably. Pair it with a transport or hauling partner to keep extraction cycles continuous, and revisit the assignment after each new area unlock.
Strategic Role & Deployment Advice
As a Fighting type, Machoke occupies a specific niche in your island's ecosystem. Depending on the current season and your island's biome development, its utility can range from a dedicated specialist to a versatile generalist. We recommend evaluating its role every time you unlock a new area or upgrade your main storage facilities.
For players focused on rapid expansion, Machoke is best deployed in a "Support Cycle" where it handles secondary resource gathering while your S-tier specialists focus on the primary bottlenecks. If you are in the early-to-mid game, prioritize its habitat setup to ensure you have a steady supply of its unique materials, which are often required for advanced furniture recipes.
In co-op sessions, Machoke excels when paired with teammates who can provide stamina buffs or speed modifiers. Its Fighting typing often grants it resistance to specific environmental hazards found in the later zones, making it a safer pick for long-distance extraction runs compared to more fragile species.
Optimization and Team Synergy
To get the most out of Machoke, look for synergy with other residents of the same type or those that share its worksite preferences. A team of Fighting Pokémon often benefits from shared habitat bonuses, reducing the overall furniture cost while maintaining high productivity levels.
If you find that Machoke's output is lagging behind, check its current comfort level and furniture proximity. Even a B-tier worker can outperform an S-tier specialist if the environment is perfectly optimized. Small adjustments to the placement of its preferred furniture can lead to significant gains in gathering speed and specialty success rates.
