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Slaking ex card from the Surging Sparks set
Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 2 Pokémon ex

Slaking ex

A powerful but limited Stage 2 Pokémon.

Colorless340 HPStage 2Advanced to play

What this card does

Has a strong attack that can remove two Energy cards from itself.

Can't attack if your opponent has no ex or V Pokémon in play.

Signature ability

Born to Slack

If your opponent has no Pokémon ex or Pokémon V in play, this Pokémon can't attack.

Slaking ex is a powerhouse with a potent attack, but its ability limits its usefulness. It's best used when you have control of the board and can ensure your opponent doesn't have any ex or V Pokémon.

Attacks

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Great Swing280

Discard an Energy from this Pokémon.

Abilities

AbilityBorn to Slack

If your opponent has no Pokémon ex or Pokémon V in play, this Pokémon can't attack.

Which deck it belongs in

Works well in decks focused on Energy removal strategies and board control.

Strengths
  • High HP
  • Strong attack
  • Ultra Rare status
Watch out for
  • Limited by opponent's hand
  • Can't attack if opponent has ex/V Pokémon
Pro tip

Use Slaking ex's Great Swing to clean up excess Energy on your own Pokémon.

From the Pokédex

Slaking can sleep for up to 20 hours at a time, making it one of the most relaxed Pokémon in the game.

Note for the parent

Consider pairing Slaking ex with cards that help manage the board state to maximize its potential.

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