Collector’s Guide: Nidorina (Jungle #40)

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Nidorina
• Set: Jungle (Base 2)
• Card Number: 40
• Rarity: Uncommon
• HP: 70
• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Nidoran ♀)
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Legality: unknown

Nidorina from the Jungle set is a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with 70 HP. It features two attacks: Supersonic, which may confuse the opponent’s active Pokémon, and Double Kick, dealing 30 damage times the number of heads from two coin flips. The card’s flavor text notes that the female’s horn develops slowly and that it prefers physical attacks like clawing and biting.

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact Jungle set printing of Nidorina, card number 40. It is an uncommon card illustrated by Ken Sugimori, part of the early expansions following the Base set.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Code: base2
• Subtypes: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Psychic (×2)
• No abilities are present on this card.
• No print variants are documented for this exact printing.
• Regulation Mark: None

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Jungle Nidorina card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader or binder.
– Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading and warping.
– Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.
– Avoid excessive bending or pressure on the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Jungle Set: The Jungle expansion introduced many Stage 1 Pokémon like Nidorina, expanding the strategic options with new Grass-type cards. This set is known for its classic Ken Sugimori artwork and remains popular among collectors for its nostalgic value.