#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
Central: #---
Coastal: #109
Mountain: #---
Hoenn: #---
Male :100%
Female :0%
Classification Height Weight Capture Rate Base Egg Steps
Drill Pokémon 4'07"
1.4m
136.7lbs
62.0kg
455,120
Abilities: Poison Point - Rivalry - Sheer Force (Hidden Ability)
Poison Point: The opponent has a 30% chance of being induced with Poison when using an attack, that requires physical contact, against this Pokémon.
Rivalry: Attack & Special Attack is increased by 25% if the foe is of the same gender; Attack & Special Attack is decreased by 25% if the foe is of the opposite gender.
Hidden Ability (Available):
Sheer Force: Moves with a secondary effect are increased in power by 33% but lose their secondary effect
Experience Growth Base Happiness Effort Values Earned Eligible for Sky Battle?
1,059,860 Points
Medium Slow
70 3 Attack Point(s)
Not Eligible/Known
Damage Taken
*1 *1 *2 *0 *1 *2 *0.5 *0.25 *2 *1 *2 *0.5 *0.5 *1 *1 *1 *1 *0.5
Wild Hold Item Egg Groups
 
Monster
Field
Evolutionary Chain
Locations
X Evolve Nidorino
Y Evolve Nidorino
Omega Ruby Trade from X & Y
Alpha Sapphire Trade from X & Y
Trainer Locations  Details
Flavor Text
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 Ruby 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.
Alpha Sapphire

Generation VI Level Up
LevelAttack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Megahorn 120 85 10 --
Using its tough and impressive horn, the user rams into the target with no letup.
Peck 35 100 35 --
The target is jabbed with a sharply pointed beak or horn.
Focus Energy -- -- 30 --
The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that critical hits land more easily.
Double Kick 30 100 30 --
The target is quickly kicked twice in succession using both feet.
Poison Sting 15 100 35 30
The user stabs the target with a poisonous stinger. This may also poison the target.
23 Chip Away 70 100 20 --
Looking for an opening, the user strikes continually. The target's stat changes don't affect this attack's damage.
35 Thrash 120 100 10 --
The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. It then becomes confused, however.
43 Earth Power 90 100 10 10
The user makes the ground under the target erupt with power. It may also lower the target's Sp. Def.
58 Megahorn 120 85 10 --
Using its tough and impressive horn, the user rams into the target with no letup.
TM & HM Attacks
TM/HM #Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
TM01 Hone Claws -- -- 15 --
The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.
TM05 Roar -- -- 20 --
The target is scared off and replaced by another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.
TM06 Toxic -- 90 10 --
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.
TM09 Venoshock 65 100 10 --
The user drenches the target in a special poisonous liquid. Its power is doubled if the target is poisoned.
TM10 Hidden Power 60 100 15 --
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it.
TM11 Sunny Day -- -- 5 --
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.
TM12 Taunt -- 100 20 --
The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.
TM13 Ice Beam 90 100 10 10
The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. It may also freeze the target solid.
TM14 Blizzard 110 70 5 10
A howling blizzard is summoned to strike the opposing team. It may also freeze them solid.
TM15 Hyper Beam 150 90 5 --
The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.
TM17 Protect -- -- 10 --
It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
TM18 Rain Dance -- -- 5 --
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves.
TM21 Frustration ?? 100 20 --
A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.
TM23 Smack Down 50 100 15 100
The user throws a stone or projectile to attack an opponent. A flying Pokémon will fall to the ground when hit.
TM24 Thunderbolt 90 100 15 10
A strong electric blast is loosed at the target. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
TM25 Thunder 110 70 10 30
A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
TM26 Earthquake 100 100 10 --
The user sets off an earthquake that strikes those around it.
TM27 Return ?? 100 20 --
A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.
TM28 Dig 80 100 10 --
The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.
TM30 Shadow Ball 80 100 15 20
The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. It may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
TM31 Brick Break 75 100 15 --
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.
TM32 Double Team -- -- 15 --
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.
TM34 Sludge Wave 95 100 10 10
It swamps the area around the user with a giant sludge wave. It may also poison those hit.
TM35 Flamethrower 90 100 15 10
The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.
TM36 Sludge Bomb 90 100 10 30
Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. It may also poison the target.
TM37 Sandstorm -- -- 10 --
A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.
TM38 Fire Blast 110 85 5 10
The target is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.
TM39 Rock Tomb 60 95 15 100
Boulders are hurled at the target. It also lowers the target's Speed by preventing its movement.
TM41 Torment -- 100 15 --
The user torments and enrages the target, making it incapable of using the same move twice in a row.
TM42 Facade 70 100 20 --
An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.
TM44 Rest -- -- 10 --
The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user's HP and heals any status problem.
TM45 Attract -- 100 15 --
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
TM46 Thief 60 100 25 --
The user attacks and steals the target's held item simultaneously. It can't steal if the user holds an item.
TM48 Round 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 40 100 15 --
The user attacks the target with an echoing voice. If this move is used every turn, it does greater damage.
TM52 Focus Blast 120 70 5 10
The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target's Sp. Def.
TM56 Fling ?? 100 10 --
The user flings its held item at the target to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.
TM59 Incinerate 60 100 15 --
The user attacks opposing Pokemon with fire. If a Pokemon is holding a certain item, such as a berry, the item becomes burned up and unusable
TM60 Quash -- 100 15 --
The user suppresses the target and makes its move go last.
TM65 Shadow Claw 70 100 15 --
The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.
TM68 Giga Impact 150 90 5 --
The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.
TM71 Stone Edge 100 80 5 --
The user stabs the foe with sharpened stones from below. It has a high critical-hit ratio.
TM78 Bulldoze 60 100 20 100
The user stomps down on the ground and attacks everything in the area. Hit Pokémon's Speed stat is reduced.
TM80 Rock Slide 75 90 10 30
Large boulders are hurled at the opposing team to inflict damage. It may also make the targets flinch.
TM82 Dragon Tail 60 90 10 --
The user knocks away the target and drags out another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.
TM84 Poison Jab 80 100 20 30
The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the target.
TM87 Swagger -- 90 15 --
The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target's Attack stat.
TM88 Sleep Talk -- -- 10 --
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.
TM90 Substitute -- -- 10 --
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user's decoy.
TM94 (XY)
HM06 (ORAS)
Rock Smash 40 100 15 50
The user attacks with a punch that can shatter a rock. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
TM94 (ORAS) Secret Power 70 100 20 30
The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user's environment.
TM98 Power-Up Punch 40 100 20 100
Striking opponents over and over makes the user's fists harder. Hitting a target raises the Attack stat.
TM100 Confide -- -- 20 100
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 50 95 30 --
The target is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.
HM03 Surf 90 100 15 --
It swamps the area around the user with a giant wave. It can also be used for crossing water.
HM04 Strength 80 100 15 --
The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move heavy boulders.
Egg Moves (Details)
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %  
Amnesia -- -- 20 -- Details
The user temporarily empties its mind to forget its concerns. It sharply raises the user's Sp. Def stat.
Beat Up ?? 100 10 -- Details
The user gets all party Pokémon to attack the target. The more party Pokémon, the greater the number of attacks.
Chip Away 70 100 20 -- Details
Looking for an opening, the user strikes continually. The target's stat changes don't affect this attack's damage.
Confusion 50 100 25 10 Details
The target is hit by a weak telekinetic force. It may also leave the target confused.
Counter ?? 100 20 -- Details
A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken.
Disable -- 100 20 -- Details
For four turns, this move prevents the target from using the move it last used.
Endure -- -- 10 -- Details
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Head Smash 150 80 5 -- Details
The user attacks the target with a hazardous, full-power headbutt. The user also takes terrible damage.
Iron Tail 100 75 15 30 Details
The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
Poison Tail 50 100 25 10 Details
The user hits the target with its tail. It may also poison the target. Critical hits land more easily.
Sucker Punch 80 100 5 -- Details
This move enables the user to attack first. It fails if the target is not readying an attack, however.
Supersonic -- 55 20 -- Details
The user generates odd sound waves from its body. It may confuse the target.
Take Down 90 85 20 -- Details
A reckless, full-body charge attack for slamming into the target. It also damages the user a little.
Venom Drench -- 100 20 100 Details
Opposing Pokémon are drenched in an odd poisonous liquid. This lowers the Attack, Sp. Atk, and Speed stats of a poisoned target.

Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire Move Tutor Attacks
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Aqua Tail909010--
The user attacks by swinging its tail as if it were a vicious wave in a raging storm.
Dragon Pulse8510010--
The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user's gaping mouth.
Drill Run809510--
The user crashes into its target while rotating its body like a drill. Critical hits land more easily.
Earth Power901001010
The user makes the ground under the target erupt with power. It may also lower the target's Sp. Def.
Fire Punch751001510
The target is punched with a fiery fist. It may also leave the target with a burn.
Focus Punch15010020--
The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.
Helping Hand----20--
The user assists an ally by boosting the power of its attack.
Ice Punch751001510
The target is punched with an icy fist. It may also leave the target frozen.
Icy Wind559515100
The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. It also reduces the targets' Speed stat.
Iron Tail100751530
The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
Outrage12010010--
The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. It then becomes confused, however.
Shock Wave60--20--
The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack cannot be evaded.
Snore501001530
An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.
Stealth Rock----20--
The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opponent's team. The trap hurts opponents that switch into battle.
Super Fang??9010--
The user chomps hard on the target with its sharp front fangs. It cuts the target's HP to half.
Superpower1201005100
The user attacks the target with great power. However, it also lowers the user's Attack and Defense.
Thunder Punch751001510
The target is punched with an electrified fist. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
Uproar9010010--
The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. Over that time, no one can fall asleep.
Water Pulse601002020
The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. It may also confuse the target.
Pre-Evolution Only Moves
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect % Method
Leer -- 100 30 100
Lv. 1
The opposing team gains an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The opposing team's Defense stats are reduced.
Fury Attack 15 85 20 --
Lv. 20
The target is jabbed repeatedly with a horn or beak two to five times in a row.
Horn Attack 65 100 25 --
Lv. 23
The target is jabbed with a sharply pointed horn to inflict damage.
Helping Hand -- -- 20 --
Lv. 28
The user assists an ally by boosting the power of its attack.
Toxic Spikes -- -- 20 --
Lv. 35
The user lays a trap of poison spikes at the opponent's feet. They poison opponents that switch into battle.
Flatter -- 100 15 --
Lv. 38
Flattery is used to confuse the target. However, it also raises the target's Sp. Atk stat.
Poison Jab 80 100 20 30
Lv. 43
The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the target.
Captivate -- 100 20 --
Lv. 50
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target is charmed into harshly lowering its Sp. Atk stat.
Horn Drill ?? 30 5 --
Lv. 58
The user stabs the target with a horn that rotates like a drill. If it hits, the target faints instantly.
Transfer Only Moves (Details)
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %Method
Avalanche 60 100 10 -- Gen IV TM72
An attack move that inflicts double the damage if the user has been hurt by the target in the same turn.
Captivate -- 100 20 -- Gen IV TM78
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target is charmed into harshly lowering its Sp. Atk stat.
Natural Gift ?? 100 15 -- Gen IV TM83
The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.
Whirlpool 35 85 15 100 Gen IV HM05 HGSS
Traps foes in a violent swirling whirlpool for four to five turns.
Fury Cutter 40 95 20 -- Move Tutor - PtHGSS
The target is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.
Mud-slap 20 100 10 100 Move Tutor - PtHGSS
The user hurls mud in the target's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.
Headbutt 70 100 15 30 Move Tutor - HGSS
The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. It may also make the target flinch.
Mega Punch 80 85 20 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
The target is slugged by a punch thrown with muscle-packed power.
Mega Kick 120 75 5 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
The target is attacked by a kick launched with muscle-packed power.
Body Slam 85 100 15 30 Move Tutor - FRLG
The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
Double-edge 120 100 15 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
A reckless, life-risking tackle. It also damages the user by a fairly large amount, however.
Seismic Toss ?? 100 20 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
The target is thrown using the power of gravity. It inflicts damage equal to the user's level.
Mimic -- -- 10 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
The user copies the target's last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.
Dynamic Punch 100 50 5 100 Move Tutor - Emerald
The user punches the target with full, concentrated power. It confuses the target if it hits.
Mud-slap 20 100 10 100 Move Tutor - Emerald
The user hurls mud in the target's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.
Defense Curl -- -- 40 -- Move Tutor - Emerald
The user curls up to conceal weak spots and raise its Defense stat.
Fury Cutter 40 95 20 -- Move Tutor - Emerald
The target is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.


Stats
  HP Attack Defense Sp. Attack Sp. Defense Speed
Base Stats - Total: 505 81 102 77 85 75 85
Max Stats
Hindering Nature
Lv. 50 141 - 188 96 - 138 73 - 116 81 - 123 72 - 114 81 - 123
Lv. 100 272 - 366 188 - 272 143 - 227 157 - 242 139 - 224 157 - 242
Max Stats
Neutral Nature
Lv. 50 141 - 188 107 - 154 82 - 129 90 - 137 80 - 127 90 - 137
Lv. 100 272 - 366 209 - 303 159 - 253 175 - 269 155 - 249 175 - 269
Max Stats
Beneficial Nature
Lv. 50 141 - 188 117 - 169 90 - 141 99 - 150 88 - 139 99 - 150
Lv. 100 272 - 366 229 - 333 174 - 278 192 - 295 170 - 273 192 - 295

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