Dark Slowking
Dark Slowking is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket Returns (#9). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $113.99 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2004. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Dark Slowking suits collectors working on Team Rocket Returns who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $113.99 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Dark Slowking from Team Rocket Returns?
Dark Slowking is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket Returns numbered 9. It evolves from Slowpoke. National Pokédex #199. 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.
What is Dark Slowking worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $113.99 for Dark Slowking. Low and high spread runs $69.69 to $95.95. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $113.99; Holofoil: $81.37; Normal: $33.45. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Team Rocket Returns |
|---|---|
| Number | 9 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $113.99 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €49.28 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $113.99 |
| Holofoil | $81.37 |
| Normal | $33.45 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic, Darkness |
| Evolves from | Slowpoke |
| Litter | PsychicColorless 20+ You may discard a combination of up to 2 Pokémon Tool cards and Rocket's Secret Machine cards from your hand. If you do, this attack does 20 damage plus 30 more damage for each card you discarded. |
| Cunning | Once during your turn (before your attack), you may look at the top card of your opponent's deck. Then, you may shuffle his or her deck. This power can't be used if Dark Slowking is affected by a Special Condition. |
| Weakness | Grass ×2 |
How collectible is Dark Slowking?
Dark Slowking is listed as Rare Holo in Team Rocket Returns. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. 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.
What are the key details for Dark Slowking?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket Returns, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou. 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
Dark Slowking (#9) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Team Rocket Returns. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Dark Slowking is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Team Rocket Returns, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $113.99 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $113.99; Holofoil: $81.37; Normal: $33.45).
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $113.99 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Dark Slowking worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $113.99 for ungraded Dark Slowking from Team Rocket Returns. 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 Dark Slowking from?
Dark Slowking is listed in Team Rocket Returns (EX) as card #9. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Dark Slowking?
Our catalog lists Dark Slowking as Rare Holo in Team Rocket Returns. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Dark Slowking good for collectors or players?
Dark Slowking includes gameplay stats in Team Rocket Returns. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Dark Slowking?
Grading only makes sense when Dark Slowking appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $113.99, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Dark Slowking?
Finish variants of Dark Slowking carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $113.99; Holofoil: $81.37; Normal: $33.45 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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