Nidoran – Steam Siege (#43)

Nidoran Pokémon card — Steam Siege #43, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Steam Siege expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Nidoran (#43) is a Common card from XY - Steam Siege released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Hasuno and the Come Along attack, Search your deck for Nidoran ♀ and put it onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.16, Cardmarket average sale is €0.20, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.16
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.17
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.17 (CM) $0.16 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Steam Siege
Card Number
43
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Hasuno
HP
60
Type
🔮 Psychic
Weaknesses
Psychic ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Nidorino

Attacks & Strategy

  • Come Along [Colorless]
    Search your deck for Nidoran ♀ and put it onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward.
  • Peck [Psychic, Colorless] — 20
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Nidorino for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Nidoran from Steam Siege (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hasuno.

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 43 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Nidoran's Come Along for Colorless energy. Special effect: Search your deck for Nidoran ♀ and put it onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward.

Stats Overview: 60 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
Steam Siege #43 ← Current 60 2 attacks Common $0.16

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�📦 Steam Siege Set Context

This Nidoran is part of the Steam Siege expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hasuno, 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 Nidoran 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

  • Common cards from Steam Siege are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Hasuno 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: Nidoran 43 was released in 2016 in the Steam Siege expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

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

Set Popularity: Steam Siege 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 Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Nidoran 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: Nidoran works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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