Nidorino – Rising Rivals (#74)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Nidorino (#74) is a Common card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Toxic attack, The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. Put 2 damage counters instead of 1 on the Defending Pokémon between turns.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.22, Cardmarket average sale is €0.27, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.22
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.34
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
Attacks & Strategy
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Toxic
[Psychic, Colorless]
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. Put 2 damage counters instead of 1 on the Defending Pokémon between turns. -
Frustration
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon that doesn't have any damage counters on it. This attack does 40 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Nidorino from Rising Rivals (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kawayoo.
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 Nidorino 74 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Nidorino's Toxic for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. Put 2 damage counters instead of 1 on the Defending Pokémon b...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic +20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Nidorino Cards
Looking for other Nidorino cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #74 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.22 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Nidorino is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kawayoo, 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 Nidorino 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 Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kawayoo 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: Nidorino 74 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by kawayoo. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals 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 Nidorino 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 Nidorino 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: Nidorino works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.