Question 1

What is the current market value of Nidoking #174?

Accepted Answer

Current market pricing for Nidoking (151) sits near $21.41. Its 7-day trend is negative at 17.3%. Current value trails the 30-day mean ($25.65) by 16.5%. Its 90-day trading band runs between $19.27 and $31.95, producing a 59% range and high-volatility behavior. This version is categorized as Illustration Rare.

Question 2

Is Nidoking #174 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Collector-focused market read: Week-over-week movement is negative (17.3%); this leaves value 33% under the 90-day peak. With a 59% 90-day spread ($19.27-$31.95), this card currently tracks as high-volatility. Current value is 16.5% below its 30-day reference ($25.65). No consistent graded benchmark is available in this snapshot, so condition-adjusted pricing should be reviewed with active listings.

Question 3

What is Nidoking #174 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Nidoking is a 151 card from the 2023 release window. The printed flavor text states: "Nidoking prides itself on its strength. It's forceful and spirited in battle, making use of its thick tail and diamond-crushing horn." Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Illustration Rare. Printed HP is 170. Energy typing is Darkness. Nidoking evolves from Nidorino. Notable ability on this print: "Enthusiastic King". Notable move text references "Venomous Impact". The card has a weakness to Fighting. This rarity tier generally sits in premium chase segments relative to base rarities.

Question 4

What are the alternative Nidoking cards available?

Accepted Answer

Other Nidoking printings create a useful comparison set for Nidoking. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 6 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $1.40-$34.83, a 2388% band. Against the sample mean of $11.05, this card is +94%. Notable alternatives include Nidoking #11 (Base) at $34.83, Nidoking #11 (Base Set 2) at $14.23, Nidoking #31 (Legendary Collection) at $7.14, and Nidoking #58 (Plasma Freeze) at $1.61.

Question 5

What set is Nidoking #174 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Release year for 151 is 2023. 151 is grouped under the Scarlet & Violet era. With 207 listed cards, this is a large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 3 years old and sits in a modern-era collecting window. In the 151 checklist, Nidoking occupies position #174 as a Illustration Rare card.

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