The 2000 Pokémon Base Set 2 Nidoking #11 Holo Rare. This Grass-type Stage 2 Pokémon features high HP and iconic attacks like Thrash and Toxic.
Nidoking
2000 • Pokémon • Base Set 2
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Description
The Pokémon Base Set 2 Nidoking #11 Holo Rare card, released in 2000, stands as a significant entry in the early trading card game landscape. Designed by Ken Sugimori, this Grass-type Stage 2 Pokémon is the evolution of Nidorino and boasts a formidable 90 HP. For collectors and players alike, the card’s identity is defined by its unique mechanics rather than just its visual finish. Nidoking’s attack profile offers strategic depth. The Thrash attack allows for variable damage output based on a coin flip, potentially dealing 60 damage but risking 10 self-damage. Alternatively, the Toxic attack provides a powerful status effect, poisoning the opposing Pokémon and dealing escalating damage each turn. This duality makes the card a versatile piece for any Base Set 2 collection. As a Holo Rare, this card features the distinctive shimmering treatment that collectors have sought since the franchise's inception. Whether you are building a retro-themed deck or expanding your vintage portfolio, this card represents a key component of the 2000 Base Set 2 expansion. The Base Set 2 expansion served as a follow-up to the original Base Set, reintroducing popular cards with updated text and new artwork. Nidoking #11 remains a staple for those interested in the game's foundational era. Its enduring appeal lies in its gameplay utility and its place in the broader narrative of Pokémon card collecting. By understanding the specific attributes of this card, such as its Grass type and Stage 2 classification, collectors can make informed decisions about their acquisitions.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Nidoking
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
Holo
90
Grass
Stage 2
23
Nidorino
Psychic ×2
3
34
Card Text
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Attack: Thrash (30+)
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.
Attack: Toxic (20)
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).
Uses its powerful tail in battle to smash, constrict, then break its prey's bones.
FAQ
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What type is the Pokémon Nidoking in Base Set 2?
Nidoking is a Grass-type Pokémon in the Base Set 2 expansion. It is a Stage 2 card, meaning it evolves from Nidorino. Its Grass typing allows it to interact with specific energy cards and other Pokémon in the game.
What are the attacks of Nidoking #11 in the Pokémon TCG?
Nidoking features two attacks: Thrash and Toxic. Thrash deals 30 damage plus an additional 30 if a coin flip is heads, but causes 10 self-damage on tails. Toxic poisons the opposing Pokémon, dealing 20 damage each turn.
Who illustrated Nidoking #11 in the Base Set 2 expansion?
The artwork for Nidoking #11 in the Base Set 2 expansion was created by Ken Sugimori. Sugimori is the original character designer for the Pokémon franchise and has illustrated many iconic cards throughout the game's history.
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