Slowking – Unseen Forces (#14)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Slowking (#14) is a Rare Holo card from EX - Unseen Forces released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Aftermath attack (20+ damage), Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Pokémon Tool card in your discard pile. You can't add more than 60 damage in this way.. TCGplayer market price sits around $27.30, Cardmarket average sale is €6.89, Floor listings start near €1.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $27.30
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.82
- Recent low listing: €1.50
Card Details
- Set
- Unseen Forces
- Card Number
- 14
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
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Item Search
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your deck for a Pokémon Tool card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward. This power can't be used if Slowking is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Aftermath
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 20+
Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Pokémon Tool card in your discard pile. You can't add more than 60 damage in this way.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Slowking from Unseen Forces (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Slowking 14 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Slowking's Aftermath deals 20+ damage for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 20 damage plus 10 more damage for each Pokémon Tool card in your discard pile. You can't add mo...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Psychic 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unseen Forces #14 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $27.30 |
�📦 Unseen Forces Set Context
This Slowking is part of the Unseen Forces expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Holo cards from Unseen Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Slowking 14 was released in 2005 in the Unseen Forces expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Midori Harada. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unseen Forces is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Slowking have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Slowking works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.