Nidoking 31/110
Set: Legendary Collection
Released: May 24, 2002
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About Nidoking
Uses its powerful tail in battle to smash, constrict, then break its prey's bones.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #34
- Card Number 31/110
- Card RarityRare
- IllustratorKen Sugimori
- Release Date24/05/2002
- SeriesOther
- Expansion Legendary Collection
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Grass - Health Points90 HP
- Weakness
Psychic ×2 - Retreat Cost


Colorless ×3
Attacks
- Thrash30+



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.
- Toxic20



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).
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Nidoking crouching fiercely against a radiant yellow and orange burst, exuding power and readiness to strike with its spiked tail amid an intense, dynamic battle scene.
Playability Overview
Nidoking offers versatile damage with potential self-harm but shines in steadily poisoning opponents, promoting a balance of aggression and attrition in longer battles.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Toxic FalloutThis Nidoking card has such an aggressive stance, with its spikes and fierce expression really capturing its powerful nature. I'd suggest placing it on a "Poisonous Beasts" page. Pair it with other strong Poison types, like Muk or Gengar, to emphasize that toxic theme and create a visually striking collection.Additional Binder Suggestions: Cave / Fierce / Vibrant Green / Toxicity / Power Struggle










