Slaking
Slaking is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Deoxys (#15). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $23.74 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2005. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Slaking suits collectors working on Deoxys who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $23.74 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Slaking from Deoxys?
Slaking is a Pokémon card in Deoxys numbered 15. It evolves from Vigoroth. National Pokédex #289. 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 Slaking worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $23.74 for Slaking. Low and high spread runs $9.07 to $24.14. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $23.74; Holofoil: $14.06. 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 | Deoxys |
|---|---|
| Number | 15 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $23.74 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €12.83 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $23.74 |
| Holofoil | $14.06 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Evolves from | Vigoroth |
| Amnesia | ColorlessColorless 20 Choose 1 of the Defending Pokémon's attacks. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your opponent's next turn. |
| Lazy Headbutt | ColorlessColorlessColorlessColorless 70 Slaking is now Asleep. |
| Lazy Aura | As long as Slaking is your Active Pokémon, any damage done by attacks from your opponent's Pokémon-ex is reduced by 30 (before applying Weakness and Resistance). |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Slaking?
Slaking is listed as Rare Holo in Deoxys. 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 Slaking?
Catalog fields: set Deoxys, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. 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
Slaking (#15) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Deoxys. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Slaking is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Deoxys, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $23.74 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $23.74; Holofoil: $14.06).
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita 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 $23.74 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Slaking worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $23.74 for ungraded Slaking from Deoxys. 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 Slaking from?
Slaking is listed in Deoxys (EX) as card #15. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Slaking?
Our catalog lists Slaking as Rare Holo in Deoxys. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Slaking good for collectors or players?
Slaking includes gameplay stats in Deoxys. 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.
Should I grade Slaking?
Grading only makes sense when Slaking appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $23.74, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Slaking?
Finish variants of Slaking carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $23.74; Holofoil: $14.06 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.