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Slowking — Heartgold Soulsilver Pokémon card

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SlowkingHeartgold Soulsilver #12 Pokémon Card

Heartgold Soulsilver·#12

Slowking, the Royal Pokémon, is a wise Water/Psychic-type from Generation II, renowned for its intellect and unique evolution from Slowpoke. This specific card from the 2010 HeartGold & SoulSilver set is a non-holographic rare, standing out with its playful artwork and strategic Poké-POWER. Here, you'll discover Slowking's Pokédex lore, detailed mechanics including its attacks and energy costs, and a comprehensive history of this edition.

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Card Number
#12
Release Date
February 9, 2010
Language
EN
Set Code
HGSS1

Slowking, the Royal Pokémon, is a Water/Psychic-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II. It is the evolved form of Slowpoke when traded while holding a King's Rock. Unlike its pre-evolved forms, Slowking possesses incredible intellect and intuition, a result of the Shellder that clamps onto its head. This Shellder's venom is said to stimulate Slowpoke's brain, granting it genius-level intelligence. Slowking often acts as a leader or advisor to other Pokémon, known for its calm and collected demeanor even in the most dire situations. In the anime, a particularly famous Slowking appeared in *Pokémon the Movie 2000: The Power of One*, where it played a crucial role in bringing balance back to the world. Its Pokédex entries consistently highlight its wisdom and problem-solving abilities, making it a unique and revered figure in the Pokémon world. Its unique evolution method and distinctive intellectual traits set it apart from many other Pokémon.

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