The Nidoqueen Holo Rare card from the 2000 Pokémon Base Set 2 expansion offers collectors a classic Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon with distinctive Ken Sugimori artwork and nostalgic gameplay mechanics.
Nidoqueen
2000 • Pokémon • Base Set 2
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Released in 2000 as part of the Pokémon Base Set 2 expansion, this Nidoqueen card (number 12) represents a pivotal evolutionary stage for collectors of the original Generation I roster. As a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon with 90 HP, it evolves from Nidorina and serves as a foundational piece for enthusiasts completing the Base Set 2 checklist. The card features the iconic artwork of Ken Sugimori, whose style defined the visual identity of early Pokémon trading cards. In gameplay, Nidoqueen offers strategic versatility with attacks like GrassGrassColorlessColorless Mega Punch for 50 damage and GrassColorless Boyfriends for 20 plus additional damage based on Nidoking presence. This release is categorized as a Holo Rare, indicated by its shimmering foil treatment and set code B2. Collectors value this product for its historical significance within the Pokémon Trading Card Game landscape and its enduring appeal among fans of the franchise. The Base Set 2 expansion remains a cornerstone for many hobbyists seeking to build comprehensive collections or revisit the mechanics that shaped the TCG's early competitive and casual scenes.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Nidoqueen
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
Holo
90
Grass
Stage 2
Nidorina
Psychic ×2
3
31
Card Text
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Attack: Boyfriends (20+)
Does 20 damage plus 20 more damage for each Nidoking you have in play.
Attack: Mega Punch (50)
Its hard scales provide strong protection. It uses its hefty bulk to execute powerful moves.