Nidoking (Pokémon)
Nidoking
#034
Pokédex Data
| National No. | #034 |
|---|---|
| Type | Poison Ground |
| Species | Drill Pokémon |
| Height | 1.4 m (5' 0.6") |
| Weight | 62 kg (136.7 lbs) |
| Abilities |
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| Color | Purple |
| Introduced in | Generation 1 |
| Habitat | Grassland |
| Shape | Upright |
Nidoking Weakness
This shows the effectiveness of each type on Nidoking. Nidoking is the defender and each type is the attacker. The effectiveness is measured by the damage multiplier.
Key
| Key | Effect | Damage multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | No effect | 0% |
| ¼ (0.25) | Not very effective | 25% |
| ½ (0.5) | Not very effective | 50% |
| 1 | Normal | 100% |
| 2 | Very effective | 200% |
| 4 | Super effective | 400% |
Type effectiveness against Nidoking
1× damage
Normal Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Nidoking.
0.5× damage
Fighting Pokémon are not very effective against against Nidoking.
1× damage
Flying Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Nidoking.
0.25× damage
Poison Pokémon are not very effective against against Nidoking.
2× damage
Ground Pokémon are very effective against against Nidoking.
0.5× damage
Rock Pokémon are not very effective against against Nidoking.
0.5× damage
Bug Pokémon are not very effective against against Nidoking.
1× damage
Ghost Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Nidoking.
1× damage
Steel Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Nidoking.
1× damage
Fire Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Nidoking.
2× damage
Water Pokémon are very effective against against Nidoking.
1× damage
Grass Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Nidoking.
0× damage
Electric Pokémon have no effect against Nidoking.
2× damage
Psychic Pokémon are very effective against against Nidoking.
2× damage
Ice Pokémon are very effective against against Nidoking.
1× damage
Dragon Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Nidoking.
1× damage
Dark Pokémon have normal effectiveness against against Nidoking.
0.5× damage
Fairy Pokémon are not very effective against against Nidoking.
Pokédex Entries
Generation 1
| RedBlue | It uses its powerful tail in battle to smash, constrict, then break the prey's bones. |
|---|---|
| Yellow | Its steel-like hide adds to its powerful tackle. Its horns are so hard, they can pierce a diamond. |
Generation 2
| Gold | It swings its big tail around during battle. If its foe flinches, it will charge with its sturdy body. |
|---|---|
| Silver | Its tail is thick and powerful. If it binds an enemy, it can snap the victim's spine quite easily. |
| Crystal | It uses its thick arms, legs and tail to attack forcefully. Melee combat is its specialty. |
Generation 3
| RubySapphireEmerald | 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. |
|---|---|
| FireRedLeafGreen | It is recognized by its rock-hard hide and its extended horn. Be careful with the horn as it contains venom. |
Generation 4
| DiamondPearlPlatinum | One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick. |
|---|---|
| HeartGold | It swings its big tail around during battle. If its foe flinches, it will charge with its sturdy body. |
| SoulSilver | Its tail is thick and powerful. If it binds an enemy, it can render the victim helpless quite easily. |
Generation 5
| BlackWhite | One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick. |
|---|---|
| Black 2White 2 | One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick. |
Generation 6
| X | It is recognized by its rock-hard hide and its extended horn. Be careful with the horn, as it contains venom. |
|---|---|
| Y | One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick. |
| Omega RubyAlpha 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. |
Generation 7
| Sun | Nidoking has no Pokédex entry. |
|---|---|
| Moon | Nidoking has no Pokédex entry. |
| Ultra Sun | Nidoking has no Pokédex entry. |
| Ultra Moon | Nidoking has no Pokédex entry. |
| Let's Go PikachuLet's Go Eevee | Its steel-like hide adds to its powerful tackle. Its horns are so hard, they can pierce a diamond. |
Generation 8
| 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. |
|---|---|
| Shield | Nidoking prides itself on its strength. It’s forceful and spirited in battle, making use of its thick tail and diamond-crushing horn. |