Nidorino
#33 in the X and Y Pokédex • Poison Pin Pokémon
Nidorino
#33 in the X and Y Pokédex • Poison Pin Pokémon
Stats
Min
Max
HP
61
232
326
Attack
72
134
267
Defense
57
107
234
Sp. Atk
55
103
229
Sp. Def
55
103
229
Speed
65
121
251
Total
365
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.

Normal

Shiny
Nidorino
Poison Pin Pokémon

Growth
| Pokédexes | Coastal Kalos #108 |
|---|---|
| EV yield | 2 Atk |
| Catch rate | 120 |
| Base Exp. | 128 |
Lore

Pokémon X
It raises its big ears to check its surroundings. If it senses anything, it attacks immediately.

Pokémon Y
An aggressive Pokémon that is quick to attack. The horn on its head secretes a powerful venom.
Evolution
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
![]() Nidoran♂ #32 | Level 16 | ![]() Nidorino #33 |
![]() Nidorino #33 | Use Moon Stone | ![]() Nidoking #34 |
Encounters
| Location | Method | Level | Chance | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Route 11 Road 11 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 21 | 10% | - |
| Location | Method | Level | Chance | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Route 11 Road 11 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 21 | 10% | - |
Moves
| Class | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start | Leer | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 30 | The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating leer that lowers the Defense stat. |
| Start | Peck | ![]() | Physical | 35 | 100 | 35 | The target is jabbed with a sharply pointed beak or horn. |
| 7 | Focus Energy | ![]() | Status | - | - | 30 | The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that critical hits land more easily. |
| 9 | Double Kick | ![]() | Physical | 30 | 100 | 30 | The target is quickly kicked twice in succession using both feet. |
| 13 | Poison Sting | ![]() | Physical | 15 | 100 | 35 | The user stabs the target with a poisonous stinger. This may also poison the target. |
| 20 | Fury Attack | ![]() | Physical | 15 | 85 | 20 | The target is jabbed repeatedly with a horn or beak two to five times in a row. |
| 23 | Horn Attack | ![]() | Physical | 65 | 100 | 25 | The target is jabbed with a sharply pointed horn to inflict damage. |
| 28 | Helping Hand | ![]() | Status | - | - | 20 | The user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally’s attack. |
| 35 | Toxic Spikes | ![]() | Status | - | - | 20 | The user lays a trap of poison spikes at the opposing team’s feet. They poison opposing Pokémon that switch into battle. |
| 38 | Flatter | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 15 | Flattery is used to confuse the target. However, this also raises the target’s Sp. Atk stat. |
| 43 | Poison Jab | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 | The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. This may also poison the target. |
| 50 | Captivate | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 20 | If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its Sp. Atk stat. |
| 58 | Horn Drill | ![]() | Physical | - | 30 | 5 | The user stabs the target with a horn that rotates like a drill. The target faints instantly if this attack hits. |
Machines
| Class | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM01 | Hone Claws | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy. |
| TM06 | Toxic | ![]() | Status | - | 90 | 10 | A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn. |
| TM09 | Venoshock | ![]() | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 | The user drenches the target in a special poisonous liquid. This move’s power is doubled if the target is poisoned. |
| TM10 | Hidden Power | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 | A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it. |
| TM11 | Sunny Day | ![]() | Status | - | - | 5 | The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. |
| TM13 | Ice Beam | ![]() | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. This may also leave the target frozen. |
| TM14 | Blizzard | ![]() | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 | A howling blizzard is summoned to strike opposing Pokémon. This may also leave the opposing Pokémon frozen. |
| TM17 | Protect | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. |
| TM18 | Rain Dance | ![]() | Status | - | - | 5 | The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves. |
| TM21 | Frustration | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 20 | A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer. |
| TM24 | Thunderbolt | ![]() | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 | A strong electric blast crashes down on the target. This may also leave the target with paralysis. |
| TM25 | Thunder | ![]() | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 | A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis. |
| TM27 | Return | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 20 | A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer. |
| TM28 | Dig | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 | The user burrows, then attacks on the next turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons. |
| TM32 | Double Team | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness. |
| TM36 | Sludge Bomb | ![]() | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. This may also poison the target. |
| TM42 | Facade | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis. |
| TM44 | Rest | ![]() | Status | - | - | 5 | The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status conditions. |
| TM45 | Attract | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 15 | If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack. |
| TM46 | Thief | ![]() | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 | The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it already holds an item. |
| TM48 | Round | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 | The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage. |
| TM49 | Echoed Voice | ![]() | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 | The user attacks the target with an echoing voice. If this move is used every turn, it does greater damage. |
| TM65 | Shadow Claw | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 | The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily. |
| TM84 | Poison Jab | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 | The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. This may also poison the target. |
| TM87 | Swagger | ![]() | Status | - | 90 | 15 | The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat. |
| TM88 | Sleep Talk | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. |
| TM90 | Substitute | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy. |
| TM94 | Rock Smash | ![]() | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 | The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat. This move can also shatter rocks in the field. |
| TM100 | Confide | ![]() | Status | - | - | 20 | The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat. |
| HM01 | Cut | ![]() | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 | The target is cut with a scythe or claw. This can also be used to cut down thin trees. |
| HM04 | Strength | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 | The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. This can also be used to move heavy boulders. |
Traits
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 Pokémon of the same gender.
Increases damage inflicted to 1.25× against Pokémon of the same gender, but decreases damage to 0.75× against the opposite gender.
Hustle(Hidden Ability)
Boosts the Attack stat, but lowers accuracy.
Strengthens physical moves to inflict 1.5× damage, but decreases their accuracy to 0.8×.







































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