Nidorino (Steam Siege 44) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Nidorino from the Steam Siege set is an Uncommon card numbered 44. It has 80 HP and features the attack Nido Press. The artwork captures Nidorino’s energetic battle stance.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Nidoran ♂)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attacks:
• Peck (Psychic + Colorless): 20 damage
• Nido Press (Psychic + Psychic + Colorless): 40+ damage; does 40 more damage if Nidorina is on your Bench
• Flavor Text: “An aggressive Pokémon that is quick to attack. The horn on its head secretes a powerful venom.”
• Legal Status: unknown
• Image URL: /images/xy11/xy11-44.jpg

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Steam Siege printing of Nidorino, card number 44. It is an Uncommon card illustrated by TOKIYA, featuring Psychic-type attributes and a bench-based damage boost via Nidorina.

Variants & Identifiers

No alternate print variants are known for this exact printing. Identify it by the set code “xy11,” number 44, and the distinctive TOKIYA artwork.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and detailed artwork, maintaining mint condition helps preserve collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Steam Siege (xy11): Features Nidorino as a Psychic-type Stage 1 with synergy attacks and a moderate HP pool. Fits thematic builds that emphasize evolution and bench support.