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Nidoking
#28/58 in Thunder Knuckle, Uncommon, illustrated by Shin Nagasawa.
- Card number
- #28/58
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Language
- Japanese
- Release date
- December 14, 2012
- Illustrator
- Shin Nagasawa
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Collector Notes
Nidoking
Nidoking appears in the Japanese print of Thunder Knuckle, released on December 14, 2012. Nidoking is a uncommon rarity. The Thunder Knuckle set contains 58 cards.
Artist Info
This card's illustration was created by Shin Nagasawa.
Collector Insights
Nidoking is a Pokémon card from the Thunder Knuckle set, released on December 14, 2012. It has a card number of 28 and is classified as Uncommon rarity. The card features artwork by Shin Nagasawa and is categorized as a Pokémon with a base HP of 140. Its primary attack, Lovestrike, requires two Colorless Energy to deal 20+ damage, with an additional 40 points for each Nidoqueen on the opponent’s Bench. The secondary attack, Horn Drill, demands one Fighting Energy and three Colorless Energy to strike for 90 damage. The card’s design and mechanics reflect its thematic focus on physical combat and strategic interaction with other Pokémon. Nidoking’s abilities emphasize both direct offense and conditional bonuses, making it a versatile option in gameplay scenarios. This card exemplifies the tactical depth of the Pokémon TCG through its balanced energy costs and damage output.
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