Slowking
Slowking is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#28). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $16.05 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Slowking suits collectors working on Great Encounters who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Slowking from Great Encounters?
Slowking is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 28. Being bitten by Shellder gave it intelligence comparable to that of award-winning scientists. National Pokédex #199. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Slowking worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $16.05 for Slowking. Low and high spread runs $24.95 to $149.99. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $16.05; Normal: $1.63. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 28 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $16.05 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.79 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $16.05 |
| Normal | $1.63 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic |
| Evolves from | Slowpoke |
| Psych Up | PsychicColorless 30 During your next turn, Slowking's Psych Up attack's base damage is 60. |
| Trump Card | Once during your turn (before your attack), if any of your Pokémon were Knocked Out during your opponent's last turn, search your deck for any 1 card and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward. This power can't be used if Slowking is affected by a Special Condition. |
| Weakness | Psychic +20 |
How collectible is Slowking?
Slowking is listed as Rare in Great Encounters. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Slowking?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Slowking from Great Encounters should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Slowking is catalogued as Rare printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $16.05 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $16.05; Normal: $1.63).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $16.05 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Slowking worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $16.05 for ungraded Slowking from Great Encounters. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Slowking from?
Slowking is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #28. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Slowking?
Our catalog lists Slowking as Rare in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Slowking good for collectors or players?
Slowking includes gameplay stats in Great Encounters. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Slowking?
Finish variants of Slowking carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $16.05; Normal: $1.63 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.