Nidoqueen – Plasma Freeze (#42)

Nidoqueen Pokémon card — Plasma Freeze #42, Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Plasma Freeze expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Nidoqueen (#42) is a Rare card from Black & White - Plasma Freeze released in 2013. It showcases artwork by Mizue and the Poison Horn attack (50 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.75, Cardmarket average sale is €0.76, Floor listings start near €0.20.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.75
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.88
  • Recent low listing: €0.20
Current Prices: €0.88 (CM) $0.75 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Plasma Freeze
Card Number
42
Rarity
✨ Rare
Illustrator
🎨 Mizue
HP
130
Type
🔮 Psychic
Weaknesses
Psychic ×2
Retreat Cost
3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Poison Horn [Psychic, Colorless] — 50
  • Double Stomp [Psychic, Colorless, Colorless] — 60+
    Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 more damage for each heads.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Nidoqueen from Plasma Freeze (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2013, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mizue.

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 Nidoqueen 42 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Nidoqueen's Poison Horn deals 50 damage for Psychic + Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 130 HP • Psychic 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
Plasma Freeze #42 ← Current 130 2 attacks Rare $0.75

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�📦 Plasma Freeze Set Context

This Nidoqueen is part of the Plasma Freeze expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2013.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mizue, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Nidoqueen card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Plasma Freeze are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Mizue resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Nidoqueen 42 was released in 2013 in the Plasma Freeze expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mizue. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Plasma Freeze is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Nidoqueen with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Nidoqueen card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Psychic energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Nidoqueen works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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