Nidoking
Nidoking is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Rising Rivals (#29). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.24 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Nidoking suits collectors working on Rising Rivals who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Nidoking from Rising Rivals?
Nidoking is a Pokémon card in Rising Rivals numbered 29. It evolves from Nidorino. National Pokédex #34. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Nidoking worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.24 for Nidoking. Low and high spread runs $100.00 to $240.00. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Rising Rivals |
|---|---|
| Number | 29 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $13.24 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.01 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fighting |
| Evolves from | Nidorino |
| Fling Away | ColorlessColorlessColorless 60 If your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, this attack's base damage is 30 instead of 60 and this attack does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Giga Horn | FightingColorlessColorlessColorless 100 Flip 2 coins. If both of them are tails, this attack does nothing. |
| Territoriality | If your Active Pokémon is damaged by an opponent's attack (even if that Pokémon is Knocked Out), put 2 damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon. You can't put more than 2 damage counters in this way. |
| Weakness | Water +30 |
How collectible is Nidoking?
Nidoking is listed as Rare in Rising Rivals. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Nidoking?
Catalog fields: set Rising Rivals, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Nidoking from Rising Rivals should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Nidoking is catalogued as Rare printing in Rising Rivals, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $13.24.
- Illustrator Masakazu Fukuda has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $13.24 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Nidoking worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $13.24 for ungraded Nidoking from Rising Rivals. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Nidoking from?
Nidoking is listed in Rising Rivals (Platinum) as card #29. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Nidoking?
Our catalog lists Nidoking as Rare in Rising Rivals. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Nidoking good for collectors or players?
Nidoking includes gameplay stats in Rising Rivals. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.