Slowking – Lost Thunder (#55)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Slowking (#55) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by sowsow and the Memory Melt attack, Look at your opponent's hand and put a card you find there in the Lost Zone.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.76, Cardmarket average sale is €0.58, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.76
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.53
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
Attacks & Strategy
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Memory Melt
[Water]
Look at your opponent's hand and put a card you find there in the Lost Zone. -
Psychic
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
This attack does 20 more damage times the amount of Energy attached to your opponent's Active Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Slowking from Lost Thunder (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sowsow.
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 Slowking 55 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Slowking's Memory Melt for Water energy. Special effect: Look at your opponent's hand and put a card you find there in the Lost Zone.
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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #55 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.76 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Slowking is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by sowsow, 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 Slowking 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 Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by sowsow 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: Slowking 55 was released in 2018 in the Lost Thunder 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 sowsow. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Slowking 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 Slowking 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: Slowking works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.