Dragon·#67·2003
Nincada is a captivating Bug and Ground type Pokémon from Generation III, renowned for its unique dual evolution into Ninjask and Shedinja, making it a culturally significant creature in the Pokémon universe. This specific card, from the 2003 Dragon set, is a common variant and stands out with its e-Reader compatibility, a distinctive feature of its TCG era. Here, visitors will discover Nincada's detailed Pokédex lore, a breakdown of its attacks and their energy costs, and its weakness, along with a comprehensive history of this edition.
Read more ↓Nincada is a fascinating Bug/Ground type Pokémon introduced in Generation III, hailing from the Hoenn region. Known for its unique evolutionary line, Nincada evolves into Ninjask at level 20, and if the player has an empty spot in their party and a Poké Ball in their bag, it also simultaneously evolves into Shedinja. This peculiar multi-evolution makes Nincada a standout in the Pokémon world, reflecting its life cycle as a cicada nymph that sheds its exoskeleton. Nincada typically lives underground, burrowing through the soil by absorbing nutrients from tree roots. Its large, sharp claws are perfectly adapted for digging, and it avoids sunlight, preferring dark, damp environments. In the anime, Nincada is often depicted as a shy and reclusive Pokémon, occasionally seen in forests or caves. Its dual typing offers interesting strategic advantages and vulnerabilities, being immune to Electric-type attacks due to its Ground typing, but having a quadruple weakness to Flying-type attacks. Its role in the games often revolves around its evolutions, providing players with two distinct Pokémon from one capture and training effort.
Last updated: April 10, 2026
