Slowpoke and psyduck gx – Unified Minds (#35)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Slowpoke and psyduck gx (#35) is a Rare Holo Gx card from Sun & Moon - Unified Minds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Ditch and Splash attack (40× damage), Discard any number of Supporter cards from your hand. This attack does 40 damage for each card you discarded in this way.. TCGplayer market price sits around $63.49, Cardmarket average sale is €33.00, Floor listings start near €17.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $63.49
- Cardmarket trend price: €40.04
- Recent low listing: €17.00
Card Details
- Set
- Unified Minds
- Card Number
- 35
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Gx
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 250
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Ditch and Splash
[Water, Water]
— 40×
Discard any number of Supporter cards from your hand. This attack does 40 damage for each card you discarded in this way. -
Thrilling Times-GX
[Water, Water]
— 10+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 100 more damage. If this Pokémon has at least 6 extra Water Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), flip 10 coins instead, and this attack does 100 more damage for each heads. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Slowpoke and psyduck gx from Unified Minds (Rare Holo Gx) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Slowpoke and psyduck gx 35 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Slowpoke and psyduck gx's Ditch and Splash deals 40× damage for Water + Water energy. Special effect: Discard any number of Supporter cards from your hand. This attack does 40 damage for each card you d...
Stats Overview: 250 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unified Minds #35 ← Current | 250 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Gx | $63.49 |
�📦 Unified Minds Set Context
This Slowpoke and psyduck gx is part of the Unified Minds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Slowpoke and psyduck gx card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Holo Gx cards from Unified Minds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Slowpoke and psyduck gx 35 was released in 2019 in the Unified Minds expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unified Minds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Slowpoke and psyduck gx with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Slowpoke and psyduck gx card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Slowpoke and psyduck gx works best in Water type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.