Nidoking (Steam Siege 45) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Nidoking from Steam Siege is a Rare Psychic-type Stage 2 Pokémon with 150 HP. Its King’s Palace ability boosts Nidoqueen’s attack damage by 20 before Weakness and Resistance, while Power Lariat starts at 60 damage and adds 30 more for each Evolution Pokémon on your Bench. As card number 45, it’s a synergy-focused piece for Evolution-heavy builds.

Quick Facts

• HP: 150
• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Nidorino)
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Ability: King’s Palace — boosts Nidoqueen’s attack damage by 20 before Weakness and Resistance
• Attack: Power Lariat — does 60+ damage, plus 30 more for each Evolution Pokémon on your Bench
• Flavor Text: One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
• Illustrator: Mina Nakai

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Steam Siege set, card number 45. It is a Rare card featuring Psychic-type Nidoking with an ability and attack that synergize with Evolution Pokémon on the Bench.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants
• Set code: “xy11”
• Card number: 45
• Rarity: Rare
• Illustrator: Mina Nakai
• Market reference query: “Nidoking Steam Siege 45”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No official tournament legality or ban status is provided.

Care & Storage Tips

Use a protective sleeve and store away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the artwork and condition. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it is a Rare card with detailed illustration.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Steam Siege (xy11): Features Nidoking as a Psychic-type Stage 2 with bench-based Evolution synergy through Power Lariat and support for Nidoqueen via King’s Palace.