The 2000 Pokémon Gym Challenge release, featuring Giovanni's Nidoking as card #7, a Holo Rare Stage 2 Grass-type with 120 HP designed by Ken Sugimori.
Giovanni's Nidoking
2000 • Pokémon • Gym Challenge
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Released in 2000 as part of the Gym Challenge series, this Pokémon trading card game card identifies Giovanni's Nidoking as card number 7. Designed by Ken Sugimori, the card represents a Stage 2 evolution from Giovanni's Nidorino, showcasing the Grass type with 120 Hit Points. The Holo Rare finish provides a distinct visual treatment that stands out during gameplay and collection displays. In terms of mechanics, the card features the Grass Intimidate attack, which prevents low-HP opposing Pokémon from attacking for a turn, alongside the Tumbling Attack which deals variable damage based on a coin flip. This entry in the G2 set code remains a foundational piece for enthusiasts of the early Generation 2 era. The card's retreat cost of three energy units adds a strategic layer to its historical value. For investors and hobbyists alike, understanding the card's original print context and artist attribution is essential for accurate cataloging.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Giovanni's Nidoking
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
Holo
120
Grass
Stage 2
Giovanni's Nidorino
Psychic ×2
3
34
Card Text
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Attack: Intimidate
If the Defending Pokémon's maximum HP is 50 or less, it can't attack Giovanni's Nidoking during your opponent's next turn. (Benching or evolving either Pokémon ends this effect.)
Attack: Tumbling Attack (40+)
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 30 more damage; if tails, this attack does 40 damage.