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Nidoking (JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a dual-type Poison/Ground Pokémon that made its first appearance in the first generation games Red and Blue. It evolves from Nidorino when exposed to a Moon Stone and the male counterpart of Nidoqueen.

Physiology and Behaviour[]

Nidoking is a large, bipedal, purple mammalian Pokémon with distinct reptilian features. It has narrow eyes, large, spiny ears, fur-like tufts on its cheeks, and a short snout filled with pointed teeth. There is a long, venomous horn on its forehead and a ridge of spines down its back. Gray plates cover its chest and belly, and there is a gray, rounded spine on each elbow. Each hand has three claws, while each foot has only a single hoof-like nail. It has a long, powerful tail. Nidoking is a male-only species.

It is said that Nidoking's tail is capable of toppling a metal transmission tower. Nidoking uses this tail to smash, constrict, or break the bones of its prey and enemies. The tail can also be swung to create distance between it and its foes before Nidoking charges. Its steel-like hide adds to its powerful, rampaging charges. Nidoking's horn is powerful enough to crush diamonds. Nidoking is known to be very proud of its own strength. When Nidoking goes on a rampage, it becomes impossible to control. Only a Nidoqueen that it has lived with for a long time can calm it down from its rampages. As shown in the manga, Nidoking has strong acid within its claws. Being the result of evolution via an Evolution stone, Nidoking is rarely found in the wild, though they can be found in savannas and plains.

Appearances[]

Main Pokémon games[]

Other Pokémon games[]

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky: Nidoking is an explorer who appears in Igglybuff the Prodigy. He was in pursuit of the criminal Armaldo.

Super Smash Bros. series[]

Trophy descriptions[]

In the anime[]

Origin and inspiration[]

Nidoking was created with a Kaiju monster motif. Physically, it appears to share traits of rhinoceroses, gorillas, rabbits, and porcupines.

In-game information[]

Pokédex entries[]

Title Entry
First Pokémon generation
Pokémon Red and Blue It uses its powerful tail in battle to smash, constrict, then break the prey's bones.
Pokémon Yellow Its steel-like hide adds to its powerful tackle. Its horns are so hard, they can pierce a diamond.
Pokémon Stadium Has a rock-hard hide that is worn like armor. The long horn on its head is sharp and highly venomous.
Second Pokémon generation
Pokémon Gold It swings its big tail around during battle. If its foe flinches, it will charge with its sturdy body.
Pokémon Silver Its tail is thick and powerful. If it binds an enemy, it can snap the victim's spine quite easily.
Pokémon Crystal It uses its thick arms, legs and tail to attack forcefully. Melee combat is its specialty.
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby Nidoking's thick tail packs enormously destructive power. With one swing, it can topple a metal transmission tower. Once this Pokémon goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it.
Pokémon Sapphire Nidoking's thick tail packs enormously destructive power. With one swing, it can topple a metal transmission tower. Once this Pokémon goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it.
Pokémon Emerald A Nidoking's thick tail packs enormously destructive power capable of toppling a metal transmission tower. Once it goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it.
Pokémon FireRed It is recognized by its rock-hard hide and its extended horn. Be careful with the horn as it contains venom.
Pokémon LeafGreen It uses its powerful tail in battle to smash, constrict, then break the prey's bones.
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
Pokémon Pearl One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
Pokémon Platinum One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
Pokémon HeartGold It swings its big tail around during battle. If its foe flinches, it will charge with its sturdy body.
Pokémon SoulSilver Its tail is thick and powerful. If it binds an enemy, it can snap the victim's spine quite easily.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
Pokémon White One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
Pokémon Black 2 One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
Pokémon White 2 One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X It is recognized by its rock-hard hide and its extended horn. Be careful with the horn, as it contains venom.
Pokémon Y One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
Pokémon Omega Ruby Nidoking's thick tail packs enormously destructive power. With one swing, it can topple a metal transmission tower. Once this Pokémon goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Nidoking's thick tail packs enormously destructive power. With one swing, it can topple a metal transmission tower. Once this Pokémon goes on a rampage, there is no stopping it.
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Let's Go
Pikachu
Its steel-like hide adds to its powerful tackle. Its horns are so hard, they can pierce a diamond.
Pokémon Let's Go
Eevee
Its steel-like hide adds to its powerful tackle. Its horns are so hard, they can pierce a diamond.
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword When it goes on a rampage, it's impossible to control. But in the presence of a Nidoqueen it's lived with for a long time, Nidoking calms down.
Pokémon Shield Nidoking prides itself on its strength. It's forceful and spirited in battle, making use of its thick tail and diamond-crushing horn.
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.
Pokémon Shining Pearl One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.


Game locations[]

In the main games, Nidoking can only be obtained by evolving Nidorino with a Moon Stone.

Evolution[]

Nidoran♂
Reach level 16.
Nidorino
Use Moon Stone.
Nidoking
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Base Stats[]

Gen I-V[]

Base Stats
HP 81
Attack 92
Defense 77
Sp. Attack 85
Sp. Defense 75
Speed 85
Total 495

Gen VI+[]

Base Stats
HP 81
Attack 102
Defense 77
Sp. Attack 85
Sp. Defense 75
Speed 85
Total 505

Moveset[]

Main article: Nidoking/moveset

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Trivia[]

  • Although its female counterpart Nidoqueen cannot be bred, Nidoking can.
  • Nidoking is one of the first Pokémon ever created.
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