#034 Nidoking
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Name Other Names No. Gender Ratio Type
Nidoking
Japan: Nidoking
ニドキング
French: Nidoking
German: Nidoking
Korean: 니드킹
National: #034
Johto: #100
Male :100%
Female :0%
Classification Height Weight Capture Rate Base Egg Steps
Drill Pokémon 4'07"
1.4m
136.7lbs
62kg
455,120
Experience Growth Base Happiness Effort Values Earned
1,059,860 Points
Medium Slow
70 81 Hit Points
92 Attack
77 Defense
85 Special Attack
75 Special Defense
85 Speed
Damage Taken
*1 *1 *2 *0 *1 *2 *0.5 *0.25 *2 *1 *2 *0.5 *0.5 *1 *1 *1 *1
Wild Hold Item Egg Groups
 
Monster
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Evolutionary Chain
Locations
Gold Evolve Nidorino
Silver Evolve Nidorino
Crystal Evolve Nidorino

Generation II Level Up
LevelAttack NameTypeAtt.Acc.PPEffect %
Tackle 35 95 35 --
A NORMAL-type attack. Many Pokémon know this attack right from the start.
Horn Attack 65 100 25 --
A NORMAL-type attack. A sharp horn is driven hard into the target to inflict damage.
Double Kick 30 100 30 --
A FIGHTING-type attack. As the name implies, it is actually two quick kicks in succession.
Poison Sting 15 100 35 30
A POISON-type attack. Has a one-in-three chance of leaving the target poisoned.
23 Thrash 90 100 20 --
An attack that lasts two to three turns. Afterwards, the attacker becomes confused.
TM & HM Attacks
TM/HM #Attack NameTypeAtt.Acc.PPEffect %
TM01 DynamicPunch 100 50 5 100
A FIGHTING-type attack. Inaccurate but guaranteed to confuse the opponent if it hits.
TM02 Headbutt 70 100 15 30
A NORMAL-type attack. Has a one-in-three chance of making the target flinch if it hits.
TM03 Curse -- -- 10 --
Raises ATTACK and DEFENSE at the expense of SPEED. It works differently for the GHOST type.
TM05 Roar -- 100 20 --
A terrifying roar that drives the target away. The opposing trainer must use a new Pokémon.
TM06 Toxic -- 85 10 --
A move that badly poisons the target. The amount of poison damage increases every turn.
TM08 Rock Smash 20 100 15 50
A FIGHTING-type attack. In the field, it can be used to shatter rocks to open new paths.
TM10 Hidden Power ?? 100 15 --
A peculiar move that changes type and power depending on the Pokémon using it.
TM11 Sunny Day -- 90 5 --
Makes the weather sunny for five turns. When sunny, FIRE-type moves are more powerful.
TM13 Snore 40 100 15 30
Has a one-in-three chance of making the target flinch. Can be used only by a sleeping Pokémon.
TM14 Blizzard 120 70 5 10
The strongest ICE-type attack. Has a one-in-ten chance of freezing the target.
TM15 Hyper Beam 150 90 5 --
An extremely powerful attack. The attacker becomes so tired, it has to rest the next turn.
TM16 Icy Wind 55 95 15 100
An ICE-type attack. It is guaranteed to reduce the target's SPEED if it hits.
TM17 Protect -- 100 10 --
Completely foils an opponent's attack. If used consecutively, its success rate decreases.
TM18 Rain Dance -- 90 5 --
Summons rain for five turns. While it is raining, the power of WATER-type moves increases.
TM20 Endure -- 100 10 --
Always leaves the user with at least one HP. Success rate decreases if used repeatedly.
TM21 Frustration ?? 100 20 --
A NORMAL-type attack. The more the user dislikes its trainer, the more powerful the move.
TM23 Iron Tail 100 75 15 30
Strikes the target with a stiff tail. Has a one-in-three shot at lowering the target's DEFENSE.
TM25 Thunder 120 70 10 30
Strongest of all ELECTRIC-type attacks. Has a one-in-ten shot at paralyzing the target.
TM26 Earthquake 100 100 10 --
An attack that inflicts damage by shaking the ground. Useless against the FLYING type.
TM27 Return ?? 100 20 --
A NORMAL-type attack. The tamer the user, the more powerful the move.
TM30 Shadow Ball 80 100 15 20
A GHOST-type attack. Has a one-in-five chance of reducing the target's SPCL.DEF.
TM31 Mud-Slap 20 100 10 100
An attack that fires dirt, inflicting damage and reducing the target's accuracy.
TM32 Double Team -- 100 15 --
Creates illusionary copies of the user. They disorient the enemy, reducing its accuracy.
TM33 Ice Punch 75 100 15 10
A special ICE-type attack. Has a one-in-ten chance of freezing the target.
TM34 Swagger -- 90 15 100
A move that infuriates and confuses the opponent, but it increases the target's ATTACK.
TM35 Sleep Talk -- 100 10 --
Randomly chooses one of the user's moves. Can be used only by a sleeping Pokémon.
TM37 Sandstorm -- 100 10 --
An attack that creates a sandstorm. The effect causes damage to both combatants.
TM38 Fire Blast 120 85 5 10
Strongest FIRE-type attack. Has a one-in-ten chance of inflicting a burn on the target.
TM40 Defense Curl -- 100 40 --
Raises the user's DEFENSE. Can normally be used up to six times in a row.
TM41 ThunderPunch 75 100 15 10
A special ELECTRIC-type attack. Has a one-in-ten shot at paralyzing the target.
TM43 Detect -- 100 5 --
Allows user to completely evade attack. If used consecutively, its success rate decreases.
TM44 Rest -- 100 10 --
The user takes a nap to fully restore its HP and recover from any status abnormalities.
TM45 Attract -- 100 15 --
Infatuates targets, making it hard for them to attack foes of the opposite gender.
TM46 Thief 40 100 10 100
A DARK-type attack. The attacking Pokémon may steal an item held by the target.
TM48 Fire Punch 75 100 15 10
A special FIRE-type attack. Has a one-in-ten chance of inflicting a burn on the target.
TM49 Fury Cutter 10 95 20 --
A BUG-type attack that grows more powerful with every hit. Returns to normal if it misses.
HM03 Surf 95 100 15 --
A WATER-type attack. This move is strong and highly accurate.
HM04 Strength 80 100 15 --
A very powerful NORMAL-type attack. Also used for moving obstacles like boulders.
Egg Moves (Details)
Attack NameTypeAtt.Acc.PPEffect %  
Amnesia -- 100 20 -- Details
A move that increases the user's SPCL.DEF stat. It is normally used up to three times.
Beat Up 10 100 10 -- Details
A DARK-type attack. The user's fellow party Pokémon appear to pummel the target.
Confusion 50 100 25 10 Details
A PSYCHIC-type attack. Has a one-in-ten chance of leaving the target confused.
Counter ?? 100 20 -- Details
A retaliation move that pays back double the damage of a physical attack. Very accurate.
Disable -- 55 20 -- Details
A move that disables one of the target's moves. That move can't be used until it wears off.
Supersonic -- 55 20 -- Details
A special NORMAL-type move. Supersonic sound waves are used to confuse the target.
Take Down 90 85 20 -- Details
A charging attack. One quarter of the damage it inflicts comes back to hurt the attacker.
Crystal Move Tutor Attacks
Attack NameTypeAtt.Acc.PPEffect %
Flamethrower 95 100 15 10
A powerful FIRE-type attack. Has a one-in-ten chance of leaving the target with a burn.
Thunderbolt 95 100 15 10
An ELECTRIC-type attack. Has a one-in-ten chance of paralyzing the target.
Ice Beam 95 100 10 10
An ICE-type attack. Has a one-in-ten chance of freezing the target solid.
Pre-Evolution Only Moves
Attack NameTypeAtt.Acc.PPEffect % Method
Leer -- 100 30 --
Lv. 1
A move that lowers the target's DEFENSE. Useful against tough, armored Pokémon.
Focus Energy -- 100 30 --
Lv. 27
Raises the likelihood of nailing the opponent's weak spot for a critical hit.
Fury Attack 15 85 20 --
Lv. 36
A NORMAL-type attack. The Pokémon rapidly jabs at its opponent several times.
Horn Drill ?? 30 5 --
Lv. 46
A single-hit knockout attack. Learned only by Pokémon with a horn or horns.
Gen I Only Moves (Details)
Attack NameTypeAtt.Acc.PPEffect %Method
Mega Punch 80 85 20 -- Gen I TM01
A NORMAL-type attack move. It is highly accurate and relatively powerful.
Mega Kick 120 75 5 -- Gen I TM05
A NORMAL-type attack. Out of all the Pokémon kicking attacks, this is the strongest.
Horn Drill ?? 30 5 -- Gen I TM07
A single-hit knockout attack. Learned only by Pokémon with a horn or horns.
Body Slam 85 100 15 30 Gen I TM08
A NORMAL-type attack. Has a one-in-three chance of paralyzing the target if it hits.
Take Down 90 85 20 -- Gen I TM09
A charging attack. One quarter of the damage it inflicts comes back to hurt the attacker.
Double-Edge 120 100 15 -- Gen I TM10
A charging tackle attack. One quarter of the damage comes back to hurt the attacker.
BubbleBeam 65 100 20 10 Gen I TM11
A WATER-type attack. Has a one-in-ten chance of reducing the target's SPEED.
Water Gun 40 100 25 -- Gen I TM12
A WATER-type attack. Stronger than BUBBLE. Many WATER-type Pokémon learn this move.
Ice Beam 95 100 10 10 Gen I TM13
An ICE-type attack. Has a one-in-ten chance of freezing the target solid.
Pay Day 40 100 20 -- Gen I TM16
A move that nets money at the end of battle. How much depends on attack frequency and level.
Submission 80 80 25 -- Gen I TM17
Strongest FIGHTING attack. One quarter of the damage also hurts the attacker.
Counter ?? 100 20 -- Gen I TM18
A retaliation move that pays back double the damage of a physical attack. Very accurate.
Seismic Toss ?? 100 20 -- Gen I TM19
A FIGHTING-type attack. Throws the target with enough force to flip the world.
Rage 20 100 20 -- Gen I TM20
A non-stop attack move. The user's ATTACK power increases every time it sustains damage.
Thunderbolt 95 100 15 10 Gen I TM24
An ELECTRIC-type attack. Has a one-in-ten chance of paralyzing the target.
Fissure ?? 30 5 -- Gen I TM27
Causes a single-hit knockout if it hits. Useless against FLYING-type Pokémon.
Mimic -- 100 10 -- Gen I TM31
A move for learning one of the opponent's moves, for use during that battle only.
Reflect -- 100 20 -- Gen I TM33
Reduces damage from physical attacks by about half. A special PSYCHIC-type move.
Bide -- 100 10 -- Gen I TM34
The user waits for several turns. At the end, it returns double the damage it received.
Skull Bash 100 100 15 -- Gen I TM40
In the first turn, the attacker tucks its head. The next turn, it head-butts at full steam.
Rock Slide 75 90 10 30 Gen I TM48
A ROCK-type attack that hits the target with an avalanche of rocks and boulders.
Substitute -- 100 10 -- Gen I TM50
Uses 1/4 of the user's maximum HP to create a substitute that takes the opponent's attacks.


Stats
  HP Attack Defense Sp. Attack Sp. Defense Speed
Base Stats - Total: 495 81 92 77 85 75 85
Max Stats Lv. 50 141 - 187 97 - 143 82 - 128 90 - 136 80 - 126 90 - 136
Lv. 100 272 - 365 189 - 282 159 - 252 175 - 268 155 - 248 175 - 268

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