Nincada (Roaring Skies 9) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Nincada is a Common Pokémon card from the Roaring Skies set, numbered 9. It has a modest 40 HP and features the attack Slight Intrusion. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection with its simple yet distinct design.

Quick Facts

Card Stats

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attack: Slight Intrusion (20 damage, costs 1 Colorless; Nincada does 10 damage to itself)
• Flavor Text: It can sometimes live underground for more than 10 years. It absorbs nutrients from the roots of trees.
• Illustrator: Kyoko Umemoto
• Set Code: xy6
• Card ID: xy6-9
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide covers the single known printing of Nincada from the Roaring Skies set (xy6), numbered 9. It is a Common rarity card with no evolutions printed on this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include its set code (xy6), card number (9), and illustrator Kyoko Umemoto’s signature style.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its low HP and self-damaging attack suggest it is more of a collector’s item than a competitive choice.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Common card with no special variants, standard protective sleeves and storage in a binder or card box are recommended to preserve the artwork and card condition. Avoid exposure to moisture and direct sunlight to maintain the card’s integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Roaring Skies (xy6): Introduced Nincada as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with a unique self-damaging attack and a flavor text highlighting its subterranean lifestyle. This set is known for its diverse Pokémon and detailed artwork by Kyoko Umemoto.

This Nincada card stands out for its simplicity and thematic flavor, making it a subtle yet charming addition to any Grass-type or Roaring Skies collection.