Slaking – Detective Pikachu (#18)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Slaking (#18) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Detective Pikachu released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Framestore and the Pitch attack (150 damage), Your opponent switches their Active Pokémon with 1 of their Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.80, Cardmarket average sale is €1.62, Floor listings start near €0.40.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.80
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.17
- Recent low listing: €0.40
Card Details
- Set
- Detective Pikachu
- Card Number
- 18
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Framestore
- HP
- 180
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Pitch
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 150
Your opponent switches their Active Pokémon with 1 of their Benched Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (37.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Slaking from Detective Pikachu (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Framestore.
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 Slaking 18 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Slaking's Pitch deals 150 damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent switches their Active Pokémon with 1 of their Benched Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 180 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detective Pikachu #18 ← Current | 180 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.80 |
�📦 Detective Pikachu Set Context
This Slaking is part of the Detective Pikachu expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Framestore, 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 Slaking 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 cards from Detective Pikachu are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Framestore resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Slaking 18 was released in 2019 in the Detective Pikachu 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 Framestore. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Detective Pikachu represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Slaking have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Slaking 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Slaking works best in Colorless type decks.