A 2009 Pokémon TCG card from the Rising Rivals set, featuring Nidoran ♂ as a Basic Psychic-type with a distinctive Reverse Holo finish.
Nidoran ♂
2009 • Pokémon • Rising Rivals
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Released in 2009 as part of the Rising Rivals expansion, this Pokémon Trading Card Game card features Nidoran ♂ as card number 72. Designed by Ken Sugimori, the card belongs to the Psychic type and serves as a Basic stage Pokémon with 50 HP. Nidoran ♂ utilizes the Colorless Leer attack to potentially disable an opponent's next move, alongside the PsychicColorless Horn Hazard attack which offers a risk-reward dynamic. For traders and investors, understanding these strategic elements adds context to the card's historical value within the TCG ecosystem. When evaluating this product, attention is typically paid to the card number, the set code RR, and the specific finish. The Reverse Holo variant provides a shimmering effect that distinguishes it from standard common cards. Whether you are building a comprehensive collection of the Rising Rivals series or focusing on specific Pokémon types, this product represents a tangible piece of 2009 trading card history. ## Sources
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Nidoran ♂
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Common
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
Reverse Holo
50
Psychic
Basic
Psychic +10
1
32
Card Text
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Attack: Leer
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon can't attack during your opponent's next turn.
Attack: Horn Hazard (40)
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
It scans its surroundings by raising its ears out of the grass. Its toxic horn is for protection.