Slaking
Slaking is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Platinum (#16). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.99 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Slaking suits collectors working on Platinum who need the Rare Holo 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 Slaking from Platinum?
Slaking is a Pokémon card in Platinum numbered 16. The world's laziest Pokémon. When it is lounging, it is actually saving energy for striking back. National Pokédex #289. 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 $4.99 for Slaking. Low and high spread runs $4.00 to $53.00. 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 | Platinum |
|---|---|
| Number | 16 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $4.99 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.27 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 150 |
|---|---|
| Types | Colorless |
| Evolves from | Vigoroth |
| Best Dash | ColorlessColorlessColorlessColorless 150 During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to Slaking by attacks is increased by 50 (after applying Weakness and Resistance). |
| Lazy Paunch | If Slaking used any attacks during your last turn, Slaking can't attack. |
| Weakness | Fighting +30 |
How collectible is Slaking?
Slaking is listed as Rare Holo in Platinum. 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 Slaking?
Catalog fields: set Platinum, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. 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 from Platinum should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Slaking is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Platinum, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $4.99.
- Illustrator Masakazu Fukuda 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 $4.99 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 $4.99 for ungraded Slaking from Platinum. 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 Platinum (Platinum) as card #16. 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 Platinum. 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 Platinum. 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.