Nidoking 29 / 111 Pokemon Card from Rising Rivals Set
Nidoking is a Stage 2 Pokémon card from the Rising Rivals set in the Platinum series. It has 130 HP and is of the Fighting type. The card features artwork by…
Set: Rising Rivals
Number: 29/111
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Nidoking Pokémon Card
Nidoking is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 130 HP from the Rising Rivals set, part of the Platinum series. It carries the collector number 29/111 and is classified as Rare. The Rising Rivals set was released on May 16, 2009.
Nidoking Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Nidoking
Card number: 29/111
Set: Rising Rivals
Series: Platinum
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Fighting
HP: 130
Artist: Masakazu Fukuda
Release date: May 16, 2009
National Pokédex number: 34
Why Collect the Nidoking Pokémon Card?
Nidoking is a solid addition to the Rising Rivals set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Nidoking Pokémon Card
Nidoking was illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Nidoking Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Nidoking is about
3.24. Recent listings range from roughly
2.00 (low) to
40 (high), with a mid-point near
20. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Rising Rivals set has a median card value near $6.74 and an average near $33.80, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +61% 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 Rising Rivals set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Nidoking Pokémon Card
Whether Nidoking 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 34 copies of this card, of which 2 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 5.9%. 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 Nidoking Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Nidoking are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 34 copies to date.
Other Printings of Nidoking
Nidoking appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis 150 (around $600), Aquapolis H18 (around
05) and Legendary Collection 31 (around 03).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Nidoking Pokémon Card
The Nidoking pokémon card is a Rare card from the Rising Rivals set (Platinum series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Rising Rivals set. Its current aggregated market price is about
3.24; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Nidoking card from?
Nidoking is from the Rising Rivals set (Platinum series), numbered 29/111 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Nidoking card?
Nidoking is classified as Rare.
How much is the Nidoking 29/111 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
3.24, within a recent range of roughly
2.00 to
40. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Nidoking card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 34 copies so far, with about 5.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Nidoking?
PSA has graded 34 copies, of which 2 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 5.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Nidoking card?
Rare cards like Nidoking are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Rising Rivals set released?
The Rising Rivals set was released on May 16, 2009.
Are there other printings of Nidoking?
Yes. Nidoking appears on 21 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
