Galarian Slowpoke Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Galarian Slowpoke from the Battle Styles set is a Common Basic Pokémon numbered 54 with 70 HP and the intriguing attack Tantailizing. A straightforward yet charming pickup for any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Attack: Tantailizing (Flip a coin. If heads, switch 1 of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon with their Active Pokémon.)
• Flavor Text: Because Galarian Slowpoke eat the seeds of a plant that grows only in Galar, their tails have developed a spicy flavor.
• Regulation Mark: E
• Set Code: swsh5-54
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Galarian Slowpoke appears in the Battle Styles expansion of the Sword & Shield series. It is a common card, numbered 54 in the set, featuring artwork by Ryota Murayama. No other printings or reprints of this exact card are documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code “swsh5-54” and the regulation mark “E.” The card’s Psychic type, Fighting resistance, and Darkness weakness are key identifiers for collectors and players alike.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack and moderate HP make it more of a collector’s piece than a competitive staple.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card with no special variants, standard protective measures are recommended. Use sleeves and store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the card’s condition and vibrant artwork by Ryota Murayama.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Battle Styles: Introduces Galarian Slowpoke as a Basic Psychic-type with a unique attack that can disrupt opponents’ positioning. This set highlights the Pokémon’s spicy tail lore and features clean, detailed artwork consistent with the set’s dynamic style.

For collectors interested in the quirky and flavorful Galarian Slowpoke, this Battle Styles printing offers a straightforward yet charming addition to any Pokémon TCG collection.