Ken Sugimori
Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.
“The Nidoking card captures a moment of raw power, showcasing the Pokémon in a dynamic pose that suggests both strength and determination. Its rugged features and vibrant colors bring the character to life, making it feel like a formidable presence in its natural habitat. The background sparkles subtly, enhancing the sense of energy surrounding this fierce creature. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the untamed spirit of Nidoking as it stands ready for battle.”
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Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.
Thrash
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage; if tails, this attack does 30 damage and Nidoking does 10 damage to itself.
Toxic
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. It now takes 20 Poison damage instead of 10 after each player's turn (even if it was already Poisoned).
