Collector’s Guide: Nidoqueen (Jungle #7)

Quick Facts

Nidoqueen from the Jungle set is a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon card with 90 HP. It evolves from Nidorina and features two attacks: “Boyfriends,” which deals 20 damage plus an additional 20 damage for each Nidoking in play, and “Mega Punch,” which deals a flat 50 damage. The card has a retreat cost of 3 and a weakness to Psychic-type attacks (×2). It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and classified as a Rare Holo.

Key Printings

• Set: Jungle (Base2)
• Card Number: 7
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• HP: 90
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Nidorina)
• Attacks: Boyfriends (20+ damage), Mega Punch (50 damage)
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Flavor Text: “Its hard scales provide strong protection. It uses its hefty bulk to execute powerful moves.”
• Legality: unknown

Variants & Identifiers

This exact printing of Nidoqueen from the Jungle set does not have any known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base2” and card number 7. The card is a Rare Holo with no regulation mark.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Rare Holo card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
– Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading and warping.
– Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.
– Store in a cool, dry place to maintain card integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Jungle Set: This set expanded the original Base Set with new Pokémon and introduced new gameplay dynamics. Nidoqueen #7 is a notable Stage 2 Grass-type from this set, featuring synergy with Nidoking through its “Boyfriends” attack.

This Nidoqueen card remains a sought-after collectible for fans of the Jungle expansion, notable for its artwork by Ken Sugimori and its strategic attack synergy. Its legality in tournament play is unknown.