Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ 117 / 182 Pokemon Card from Destined Rivals Set
Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ is a Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with 70 HP. It is illustrated by the artist buchi and is part of the Destined Rivals set in the…
- Set: Destined Rivals
- Number: 117/182
- Rarity: Common
Set
About the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ Pokémon Card
Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Destined Rivals set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 117/182 and is classified as Common. The Destined Rivals set was released on May 30, 2025.
The card includes the flavor text: “Small but brave, this Pokémon will hold its ground and even risk its life in battle to protect the female it's friendly with.”.
Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Team Rocket's Nidoran♂
Card number: 117/182
Set: Destined Rivals
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Darkness
HP: 70
Artist: buchi
Release date: May 30, 2025
National Pokédex number: 32
Why Collect the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ Pokémon Card?
Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ is most often collected as part of a complete Destined Rivals set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ Pokémon Card
Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ was illustrated by buchi.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ is about $0.32. Recent listings range from roughly $0.08 (low) to
For context, the Destined Rivals set has a median card value near $0.34 and an average near $9.30, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -33% over the last 7 days and -33% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Destined Rivals set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ Pokémon Card
Whether Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 3 copies of this card, of which 0 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 3 copies to date.
Final Thoughts on the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ Pokémon Card
The Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ pokémon card is a Common card from the Destined Rivals set (Scarlet & Violet series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Destined Rivals set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.32; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ card from?
Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ is from the Destined Rivals set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 117/182 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ card?
Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ is classified as Common.
How much is the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ 117/182 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.32, within a recent range of roughly $0.08 to
Is the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 3 copies so far, with about 0.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Team Rocket's Nidoran♂?
PSA has graded 3 copies, of which 0 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ card?
As a Common card, Team Rocket's Nidoran♂ was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
When was the Destined Rivals set released?
The Destined Rivals set was released on May 30, 2025.