Nidoran – HS—Triumphant (#69)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Nidoran (#69) is a Common card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Triumphant released in 2010. It showcases artwork by sui and the Friend Search attack, Look at the top 5 cards of your deck, choose 1 Pokémon you find there, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle the other cards back into your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.30, Cardmarket average sale is €0.24, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.30
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.23
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
Attacks & Strategy
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Friend Search
[Colorless]
Look at the top 5 cards of your deck, choose 1 Pokémon you find there, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle the other cards back into your deck. -
Double Kick
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 20×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 20 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Nidoran from HS—Triumphant (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sui.
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 Nidoran 69 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Nidoran's Friend Search for Colorless energy. Special effect: Look at the top 5 cards of your deck, choose 1 Pokémon you find there, show it to your opponent, and...
Stats Overview: 50 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.
� Compare Nidoran Cards
Looking for other Nidoran cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS—Triumphant #69 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.30 |
�📦 HS—Triumphant Set Context
This Nidoran is part of the HS—Triumphant expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by sui, 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 Nidoran 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
- Common cards from HS—Triumphant are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by sui 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Nidoran 69 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 sui. 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: Psychic type Pokémon like Nidoran 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 Nidoran 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Nidoran works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.