Curatorial Commentary
The card shows Nidoking in a powerful stance, as if it’s ready to engage with its surroundings. The rocky terrain suggests a wild and untamed environment, where Nidoking stands as a guardian of its territory. Its expression reflects a blend of strength and readiness, grounding the scene in a moment of intensity. This snapshot encapsulates the essence of Nidoking's role in its world.
Essay · HS—Triumphant
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Catalogue plate
№ 6/102
Composition
StyleCharacter FocusDynamicTraditional
MoodIntensePowerful
CompositionAction PoseForeground Focus
PaletteContrastingEarthyVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
140
Stage
Stage 2 · evolves from Nidorino
Weakness
Water ×2
Resistance
Lightning -20
Retreat
Venomous Horn
80
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Authorship
More from match
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
HS—Triumphant, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Nidoking
The Nidoking canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
