Nidorino Collector’s Guide (Evolutions XY12-44)

Character Intro

Nidorino from the Evolutions set is an Uncommon card numbered 44. This vibrant Pokémon boasts 90 HP, making it a sturdy choice in battle. Its key attack, Fury Attack, delivers a dynamic offensive option for players.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Nidoran ♂)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: It is easily angered. By swinging its well-developed horn wildly, it can even punch through diamond.
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing from the XY Evolutions set, card number 44. The card is classified as Uncommon.

• Horn Attack: 20 damage for one Psychic energy
• Fury Attack: Three Colorless energies; flip three coins, 30 damage times the number of heads

Variants & Identifiers

• No print variants are known for this card.
• Identifiers: set code XY12; card number 44.
• Market reference query: “Nidorino Evolutions 44.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• No additional official tournament play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, especially since it features detailed artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (XY12): This set revives classic Pokémon with updated art and mechanics. Nidorino’s inclusion as a Psychic-type Stage 1 adds nostalgic value and strategic options for collectors and players alike. The set’s focus on evolutionary lines makes this card a key piece for fans of the original series.