Nidoking BREAK Collector’s Guide

Overview

Nidoking BREAK is a Rare BREAK card from the Evolutions set with a sturdy 180 HP. Its signature attack, Toxic Drill, adds a dynamic edge to gameplay. Numbered 46 in the set, Nidoking BREAK stands out with vivid design and formidable presence.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Card Name: Nidoking BREAK
• Set: XY Evolutions (xy12)
• Stage: BREAK
• Type: Psychic
• HP: 180
• Attack: Toxic Drill (120 damage, poisons opponent’s Active Pokémon with increased damage counters)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness/Resistance: None listed
• Evolves From: Nidoking
• Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

The key printing of Nidoking BREAK is from the XY Evolutions set, numbered 46. This Rare BREAK card is notable for its high HP and Toxic Drill attack, which applies a debilitating poison effect that places two damage counters per turn instead of one.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact printing of Nidoking BREAK. It can be identified by set code “xy12-46,” Psychic typing, and the distinctive 5ban Graphics illustration. The card’s subtype is BREAK, and it retains the attacks, abilities, weakness, resistance, and retreat cost of its previous evolution as per the BREAK Evolution Rule.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before including it in decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store Nidoking BREAK in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique BREAK status, consider a top loader or a binder with individual pockets for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (xy12): Nidoking BREAK appears as a Rare BREAK card with a powerful Psychic-type attack and high HP. It is part of the nostalgic Evolutions set that revisits classic Pokémon designs with modern mechanics. The set’s release date is unknown, but it remains a sought-after collectible for fans of the BREAK mechanic and Nidoking’s evolutionary line.