Nincada (Lost Thunder 29) Collectors Guide
Character Intro
Nincada is a Common Pokémon card from the Lost Thunder set, numbered 29. With 40 HP and the attack Fury Swipes, it’s a simple, straightforward addition to any collection.
Quick Facts
| set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder | 29 | Common | 40 | SATOSHI NAKAI |
- Type: Grass
- Stage: Basic
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Weakness: Fire ×2
- Attack: Fury Swipes — Flip 3 coins; this attack does 10 damage for each heads.
- Flavor Text: It can sometimes live underground for more than 10 years. It absorbs nutrients from the roots of trees.
- Image URL: /images/sm8/sm8-29.jpg
Key Printings
This exact printing of Nincada appears in the Lost Thunder set, identified by card number 29. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by SATOSHI NAKAI. No other printings or reprints of this exact card are documented.
Variants & Identifiers
There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its set code “sm8,” card number 29, and the illustrator credit to SATOSHI NAKAI. The card’s Grass type and Basic stage subtype also help distinguish it.
Legality & Play Notes
Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.
Care & Storage Tips
As a Common card with a modest retreat cost and HP, preserving the card’s condition is important for collectors. Store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture to maintain the vibrant illustration and card integrity.
Set-by-Set Micro-summaries
- Lost Thunder (sm8): This set includes Nincada as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with a straightforward attack, Fury Swipes, that relies on coin flips for damage output. The card’s flavor text adds depth to the character’s natural history, making it a subtle but interesting addition to the set.
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