Nidoking – HS—Triumphant (#6)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Nidoking (#6) is a Rare Holo card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Triumphant released in 2010. It showcases artwork by match and the Venomous Horn attack (80 damage), The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.66, Cardmarket average sale is €2.81, Floor listings start near €0.09.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.66
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.99
- Recent low listing: €0.09
Card Details
- Set
- HS—Triumphant
- Card Number
- 6
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 match
- HP
- 140
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Resistances
- Lightning -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Pheromone Stamina
Nidoking gets +20 HP for each Nidoqueen you have in play.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Venomous Horn
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Nidoking from HS—Triumphant (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator match.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Nidoking 6 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Nidoking's Venomous Horn deals 80 damage for Fighting + Fighting + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Stats Overview: 140 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Water ×2 • Resistant to Lightning -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS—Triumphant #6 ← Current | 140 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $3.66 |
�📦 HS—Triumphant Set Context
This Nidoking is part of the HS—Triumphant expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by match, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Nidoking card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Holo cards from HS—Triumphant are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by match resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from HS—Triumphant
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Nidoking 6 was released in 2010 in the HS—Triumphant expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by match. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: HS—Triumphant is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Nidoking have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Nidoking card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Nidoking works best in Fighting type decks.