Nidoking – Legendary Collection (#31)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Nidoking (#31) is a Rare card from Other - Legendary Collection released in 2002. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Thrash attack (30+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage; if tails, this attack does 30 damage and Nidoking does 10 damage to itself.. TCGplayer market price sits around $9.71, Cardmarket average sale is €4.50, Floor listings start near €2.33.
- TCGplayer market price: $9.71
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.69
- Recent low listing: €2.33
Card Details
- Set
- Legendary Collection
- Card Number
- 31
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Thrash
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage; if tails, this attack does 30 damage and Nidoking does 10 damage to itself. -
Toxic
[Grass, Grass, Grass]
— 20
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. It now takes 20 Poison damage instead of 10 after each player's turn (even if it was already Poisoned).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Nidoking from Legendary Collection (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2002, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 31 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Nidoking's Thrash deals 30+ damage for Grass + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage; if tails, this attack does 30...
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Psychic ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legendary Collection #31 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Rare | $9.71 |
�📦 Legendary Collection Set Context
This Nidoking is part of the Legendary Collection expansion , released as part of the Other series in 2002.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 cards from Legendary Collection are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Nidoking 31 was released in 2002 in the Legendary Collection expansion. This set is part of the Other series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Legendary Collection is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Nidoking with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Nidoking works best in Grass type decks.