The 1999 Base Set Nidorino (Card 37), an Uncommon Grass-type Stage 1 Pokémon card. A foundational piece for collectors completing the original 1999 Base Set.
1999 • Pokémon • Base
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Raw / Ungraded
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The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
The core identity of the card within the set.
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Nidorino
Game
Pokémon
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Uncommon
Mitsuhiro Arita
Card Stock
English
60
Grass
Stage 1
25
Nidoran ♂
Nidoking
Psychic ×2
1
33
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Attack: Double Kick (30×)
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.
Attack: Horn Drill (50)
An aggressive Pokémon that is quick to attack. The horn on its head secretes a powerful venom.
FAQ
Nidorino is a Stage 1 Pokémon that evolves from Nidoran ♂. In the Base Set, it serves as a crucial mid-game card for players building Grass-type decks.
This Base Set Nidorino card has 60 Hit Points. It features two attacks: Double Kick, which deals variable damage based on coin flips, and Horn Drill, which deals 50 damage.
The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. His style helped define the visual identity of the original 1999 Base Set, which remains highly recognizable today.
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