Nidoran ♂

Nidoran ♂

Selected Masterpiece • 83/130
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $0.61
Base Set 2 Base 2000
The Illustrator

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.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Nidoran ♂ nestled on a patch of grass, surrounded by a serene landscape that hints at the peaceful yet vigilant nature of this Pokémon. With its large ears perked up, it seems alert to the sounds of its environment, embodying a moment of quiet observation. The soft colors and gentle expression evoke a sense of calm, inviting the viewer to appreciate the simplicity of this snapshot in Nidoran's world. It's a brief glimpse into the life of a creature that balances curiosity with caution.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Common
Card Type Grass
Era
Base
Release
24/02/2000

Horn Hazard

30

Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost