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Nidoking

Nidoking

#34 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Drill Pokémon

Nidoking

#34 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Drill Pokémon

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

81

272

366

Attack

102

188

333

Defense

77

143

278

Sp. Atk

85

157

295

Sp. Def

75

139

273

Speed

85

157

295

Total

505

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

Cleffa

Clefairy

Nidoking normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Nidoking sprite

Shiny

Nidoking

Drill Pokémon

#34
PoisonGround

Height

1.4 m (4'07")

Weight

62 kg (136.7 lbs)

Abilities

Poison PointRivalrySheer Force(Hidden Ability)

It's Super Effective

Damage multipliers Nidoking takes from each attacking type, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance.

Weak to

Water

Ice

Ground

Psychic

Resists

Electric

Poison

0.25×

Fighting

0.5×

Bug

0.5×

Rock

0.5×

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
-
EV yield
3 Atk
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
227

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
MonsterField
Gender
100% male
0% female
Egg cycles
20 (5,120 steps)

Lore

Version-specific Pokédex entries for this Pokémon.
Pokémon Black 2 box art

Pokémon Black 2

One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.

Pokémon White 2 box art

Pokémon White 2

One swing of its mighty tail can snap a telephone pole as if it were a matchstick.

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Nidoran♂

Nidoran♂

#32

Level 16

Nidorino

Nidorino

#33

Nidorino

Nidorino

#33

Moon StoneUse Moon Stone
Nidoking

Nidoking

#34

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartDouble KickFightingPhysical3010030

The target is quickly kicked twice in succession using both feet.

StartPoison StingPoisonPhysical1510035

The user stabs the target with a poisonous stinger. This may also poison the target.

StartPeckFlyingPhysical3510035

The target is jabbed with a sharply pointed beak or horn.

StartFocus EnergyNormalStatus--30

The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that critical hits land more easily.

23Chip AwayNormalPhysical7010020

Looking for an opening, the user strikes continually. The target’s stat changes don’t affect this attack’s damage.

35ThrashNormalPhysical12010010

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. It then becomes confused, however.

43Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

The user makes the ground under the target erupt with power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

58MegahornBugPhysical1208510

Using its tough and impressive horn, the user rams into the target with no letup.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.
Class
Description
TM01Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.

TM05RoarNormalStatus-10020

The target is scared off and switched. In the wild, a battle against a single Pokémon ends.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM09VenoshockPoisonSpecial6510010

The user drenches the target in a special poisonous liquid. Its power is doubled if the target is poisoned.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial110015

A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

TM12TauntDarkStatus-10020

The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

TM13Ice BeamIceSpecial9510010

The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. It may also freeze the target solid.

TM14BlizzardIceSpecial120705

A howling blizzard is summoned to strike the opposing team. It may also freeze them solid.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM23Smack DownRockPhysical5010015

The user throws a stone or projectile to attack an opponent. A flying Pokémon will fall to the ground when hit.

TM24ThunderboltElectricSpecial9510015

A strong electric blast is loosed at the target. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

TM25ThunderElectricSpecial1207010

A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

TM26EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes those around it.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM28DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

TM30Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM34Sludge WavePoisonSpecial9510010

It swamps the area around the user with a giant sludge wave. It may also poison those hit.

TM35FlamethrowerFireSpecial9510015

The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. It may also poison the target.

TM37SandstormRockStatus--10

A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.

TM38Fire BlastFireSpecial120855

The target is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical508010

Boulders are hurled at the target. It also lowers the target’s Speed by preventing its movement.

TM41TormentDarkStatus-10015

The user torments and enrages the target, making it incapable of using the same move twice in a row.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. It can’t steal if the user holds an item.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

TM49Echoed VoiceNormalSpecial4010015

The user attacks the target with an echoing voice. If this move is used every turn, it does greater damage.

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.

TM59IncinerateFireSpecial3010015

The user attacks the target with fire. If the target is holding a Berry, the Berry becomes burnt up and unusable.

TM60QuashDarkStatus-10015

The user suppresses the target and makes its move go last.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.

TM71Stone EdgeRockPhysical100805

The user stabs the foe with sharpened stones from below. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

TM78BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

The user stomps down on the ground and attacks everything in the area. Hit Pokémon’s Speed stat is reduced.

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the opposing team to inflict damage. It may also make the targets flinch.

TM82Dragon TailDragonPhysical609010

The target is knocked away and switched. In the wild, a battle against a single Pokémon ends.

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the target.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

TM94Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user attacks with a punch that can shatter a rock. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

The target is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.

HM03SurfWaterSpecial9510015

It swamps the area around the user with a giant wave. It can also be used for crossing water.

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move heavy boulders.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
Aqua TailWaterPhysical909010

The user attacks by swinging its tail as if it were a vicious wave in a raging storm.

Dragon PulseDragonSpecial9010010

The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user’s gaping mouth.

Drill RunGroundPhysical809510

The user crashes into its target while rotating its body like a drill. Critical hits land more easily.

Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

The user makes the ground under the target erupt with power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

Fire PunchFirePhysical7510015

The target is punched with a fiery fist. It may also leave the target with a burn.

Helping HandNormalStatus--20

The user assists an ally by boosting the power of its attack.

Ice PunchIcePhysical7510015

The target is punched with an icy fist. It may also leave the target frozen.

Icy WindIceSpecial559515

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. It also reduces the targets’ Speed stat.

Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

OutrageDragonPhysical12010010

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. It then becomes confused, however.

Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

Stealth RockRockStatus--20

The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opponent’s team. The trap hurts opponents that switch into battle.

Super FangNormalPhysical-9010

The user chomps hard on the target with its sharp front fangs. It cuts the target’s HP to half.

SuperpowerFightingPhysical1201005

The user attacks the target with great power. However, it also lowers the user’s Attack and Defense.

Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

The target is punched with an electrified fist. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

UproarNormalSpecial9010010

The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. Over that time, no one can fall asleep.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Poison Point

Ability Slot 1

Contact with the Pokémon may poison the attacker.

Has a 30% chance of poisoning attacking Pokémon on contact.

Rivalry

Ability Slot 2

Deals more damage to a Pokémon of same gender.

Increases damage inflicted to 1.25× against Pokémon of the same gender, but decreases damage to 0.75× against the opposite gender.

Sheer Force(Hidden Ability)

Removes added effects to increase move damage.

Strengthens moves with extra effects to 1.3× their power, but prevents their extra effects.

#88

Cleffa

#89

Clefairy

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