Slowbro – Unbroken Bonds (#43)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Slowbro (#43) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Unbroken Bonds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Yawn attack, Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.52, Cardmarket average sale is €1.06, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.52
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.95
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Unbroken Bonds
- Card Number
- 43
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Yawn
[Water]
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep. -
Three Strikes
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100×
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 100 damage for each heads. If all of them are tails, you lose this game.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Slowbro from Unbroken Bonds (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 Slowbro 43 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Slowbro's Yawn for Water energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.
Stats Overview: 120 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.
� Compare Slowbro Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unbroken Bonds #43 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $1.52 |
�📦 Unbroken Bonds Set Context
This Slowbro is part of the Unbroken Bonds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Slowbro 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 cards from Unbroken Bonds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Slowbro 43 was released in 2019 in the Unbroken Bonds 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 Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unbroken Bonds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Slowbro with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Slowbro 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: Slowbro works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.