Collector’s Guide: Nidoqueen – Base Set 2 (Card #12)

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Nidoqueen
• Set: Base Set 2
• Card Number: 12
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• HP: 90
• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Nidorina)
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Psychic (×2)
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Boyfriends: Deals 20 damage plus 20 more damage for each Nidoking you have in play.
• Mega Punch: Deals 50 damage.
• Flavor Text: “Its hard scales provide strong protection. It uses its hefty bulk to execute powerful moves.”
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing of Nidoqueen is from the Base Set 2 expansion, identified by the set code “base4.” It is a Rare Holo card, featuring classic Ken Sugimori artwork. The card is notable for its Grass typing and Stage 2 evolution status, evolving from Nidorina. The attacks provide both scalable damage with “Boyfriends” and a solid fixed damage with “Mega Punch.”

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Name: Base Set 2
• Set Code: base4
• Card Number: 12
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Print Variants: None reported for this exact printing
• Regulation Mark: None
• Release Date: Unknown
• Legality: unknown

Care & Storage Tips

To maintain the condition and value of this Rare Holo Nidoqueen card, collectors should:
– Store the card in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets.
– Keep the card away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the holofoil and artwork.
– Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
– Handle the card by its edges to prevent fingerprints and surface wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

Base Set 2

Base Set 2 reprints many classic cards from the original Base Set with updated card frames and holofoil patterns. Nidoqueen #12 stands out as a powerful Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon with solid HP and attacks that can scale with your board state. This set is popular among collectors for its nostalgic value and iconic artwork by Ken Sugimori.