Slowking
Slowking is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Burning Shadows (#48). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.73 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2017. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Slowking suits collectors working on Burning Shadows 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 Burning Shadows?
Slowking is a Pokémon card in Burning Shadows numbered 48. A poisonous bite reacted with its system, blessing it with the enhanced intellect of a genius. It has full control of its psychic powers. 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 $0.73 for Slowking. Low and high spread runs $0.41 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $0.73; Normal: $0.46. 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 | Burning Shadows |
|---|---|
| Number | 48 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.73 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.24 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $0.73 |
| Normal | $0.46 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic |
| Evolves from | Slowpoke |
| Drift Ashore | Psychic Search your deck for a card and put it into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck. |
| Unarmed | PsychicPsychicPsychic 110 If you have no cards in your hand, ignore all Energy in this attack's cost. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Slowking?
Slowking is listed as Rare in Burning Shadows. 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 Burning Shadows, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Eri Yamaki. Format status: Expanded. 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 Burning Shadows should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Slowking is catalogued as Rare printing in Burning Shadows, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.73 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $0.73; Normal: $0.46).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $0.73 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 $0.73 for ungraded Slowking from Burning Shadows. 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 Burning Shadows (Sun & Moon) as card #48. 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 Burning Shadows. 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 Burning Shadows. 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: $0.73; Normal: $0.46 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.