Slowpoke
The dozy starter that grows into the attack-copying Slowking.
What this card does
Begins the Slowking line as a relaxed Basic Pokémon.
It has simple attacks (Dangle Tail and Tackle) to tick along with.
Its real job is to sit safely and evolve into Slowking.
Tackle
No game text. (30 damage)
Tackle does 30 damage. It is a steady option while you wait to evolve.
Attacks
Put a Pokémon from your discard pile into your hand.
Which deck it belongs in
It is the starting card in a Slowking control deck. Players use it to reach Slowking, which slows the opponent down.
- •Two easy attacks to choose from
- •A friendly, low-pressure Pokémon to learn with
- •With only 70 HP, it can be knocked out before it evolves, so protect it early.
Pairs well with
It evolves into Slowking, which copies an attack from the top of your deck.
Get Slowpoke onto the bench early and evolve it quickly, so it is safe while it grows.
Top players who use this deck
A budget-friendly Seek Inspiration build sitting around 6% of decks on the 2026 circuit. We have not yet recorded a major Oceania result with it.
Slowpoke is so relaxed that it can take a long time to notice when something is happening.
Slowpoke is famously laid back, and the card matches that. It is a patient setup Pokémon that grows into the more powerful Slowking.
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