Slowking
Slowking is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from HeartGold & SoulSilver (#12). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $17.95 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2010. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Slowking suits collectors working on HeartGold & SoulSilver who need the Rare Holo slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear.
What is Slowking from HeartGold & SoulSilver?
Slowking is a Pokémon card in HeartGold & SoulSilver numbered 12. It has incredible intellect and intuition. Whatever the situation, it remains calm and collected. 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 $17.95 for Slowking. Low and high spread runs $17.50 to $900.85. 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 | HeartGold & SoulSilver |
|---|---|
| Number | 12 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $17.95 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.49 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic |
| Evolves from | Slowpoke |
| Psyshock | PsychicColorless 30 Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Second Sight | Once during your turn (before your attack), you may look at the top 3 cards of that player's deck and put them back on top of that player's deck in any order. This power can't be used if Slowking is affected by a Special Condition. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Slowking?
Slowking is listed as Rare Holo in HeartGold & SoulSilver. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Sumiyoshi Kizuki. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Slowking is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in HeartGold & SoulSilver, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $17.95.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $17.95 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 $17.95 for ungraded Slowking from HeartGold & SoulSilver. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver (HeartGold & SoulSilver) as card #12. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Slowking?
Our catalog lists Slowking as Rare Holo in HeartGold & SoulSilver. 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.