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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 |
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| 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[]
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Base Stats[]
Gen I-V[]
| HP | 81 |
| Attack | 92 |
| Defense | 77 |
| Sp. Attack | 85 |
| Sp. Defense | 75 |
| Speed | 85 |
| Total | 495 |
Gen VI+[]
| HP | 81 |
| Attack | 102 |
| Defense | 77 |
| Sp. Attack | 85 |
| Sp. Defense | 75 |
| Speed | 85 |
| Total | 505 |
Moveset[]
Gallery[]
Sprites[]
Trivia[]
- Although its female counterpart Nidoqueen cannot be bred, Nidoking can.
- Nidoking is one of the first Pokémon ever created.