Nidoking 11/130 Cosmos Holo Pokémon Base Set 2 Raw

Pokémon: Poliwrath

Series: Base Set

Set: Base Set 2

Card Number: 11/130

Rarity: R

Grade: Raw

Year: 2000

Illustrator:  Ken Sugimori

Type: N/A

The Nidoking card (11/130), specifically the Holo Rare version from the Base Set 2 expansion of the Pokémon TCG, is a premium raw collectible released on February 24, 2000. Featuring artwork by Ken Sugimori, this Poison-type Stage 2 Pokémon evolves from Nidorino and is distinguished by its shimmering holofoil finish.

Mechanically, this card possesses 90 HP and features two attacks: Poison Sting ([1 Colorless], 20 damage), which allows the player to flip a coin; if heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned; and Spikes ([2 Colorless], 30 damage), which deals 30 damage. The card has a Fighting Weakness of ×2, no resistance, and a retreat cost of 3 Colorless energy, with the Pokédex entry noting: "Nidoking's sharp fangs and spiky body make it a formidable opponent in any battle. Its poison is strong enough to melt rocks."

The Holo Rare version of Nidoking 11/130 is particularly prized by collectors completing the Base Set 2 master set, as it represents the holofoil variant alongside the non-holo 72/130. The 11/130 Holo commands a significant premium due to its enhanced foil quality and distinct illustration. Its ability to apply poison status while providing reliable damage output ensures consistent demand for raw copies in tournament-ready condition, particularly as the 2000 Base Set 2 era continues to gain vintage collectibility value and the Nido line remains one of the most iconic evolutionary lines in the franchise's history.

Product Details

Card Number / Rarity:011/130 / Holo Rare

Card Type / HP / Stage:Grass / 90 / Stage 2

Attack 1:[2G] Thrash (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.

Attack 2:[GGG] Toxic (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).

Weakness / Resistance / Retreat Cost:P / / 3

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