Slowbro (Unbroken Bonds 43) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Slowbro from the Unbroken Bonds set is a Rare Holo card numbered 43. With 120 HP and the high-variance attack Three Strikes, its design captures the character’s unique presence in the game.

Quick Facts

• HP: 120
• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Slowpoke)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Attacks:
• Yawn: Puts the opponent’s Active Pokémon to Sleep.
• Three Strikes: Flip 3 coins; does 100 damage per heads, but if all tails, you lose the game.

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Sun & Moon series, specifically the Unbroken Bonds set, numbered 43. It is a Rare Holo card featuring Ken Sugimori’s classic illustration style.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no listed print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sm10-43” and the distinctive Rare Holo rarity. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/sm10/sm10-43.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique “Three Strikes” attack introduces a high-risk element that can abruptly end the game if all coin flips are tails.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holo finish and artwork by Ken Sugimori, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): This set features Slowbro as a Rare Holo card with a focus on Water-type Pokémon and dynamic attack mechanics. The set emphasizes synergy and risk-reward strategies, exemplified by Slowbro’s “Three Strikes” attack.