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Nidoking Rising Rivals 2009
Card · Rising Rivals · 2009

Nidoking

$8.01 Latest known market value January 16, 2026
Rare Fighting
Curatorial Commentary

The Nidoking card captures a moment of raw power and presence, showcasing the Pokémon in a lush, vibrant setting. With its imposing stature and fierce expression, Nidoking stands ready to defend its territory, embodying both strength and determination. The surrounding foliage hints at a wild, untamed environment, enhancing the sense of adventure. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the natural world that Nidoking inhabits, where it reigns as a formidable guardian.

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Catalogue plate № 29/111
Identity
PokémonNidoking
TypeFighting
RarityRare
StageStage 2
Authorship
IllustratorMasakazu Fukuda
Year2009
Plate №29/111
Composition
StyleColorfulDetailedTraditional
MoodDynamicIntense
CompositionBalancedForeground Focus
PaletteNaturalVibrant
Game mechanics
HP 130
Stage Stage 2 · evolves from Nidorino
Weakness Water +30
Resistance Lightning -20
Retreat
Fling Away 60

If your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, this attack's base damage is 30 instead of 60 and this attack does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Giga Horn 100

Flip 2 coins. If both of them are tails, this attack does nothing.