Slaking (Evolving Skies 131) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Slaking from Evolving Skies is a Rare Holo Stage 2 Pokémon with a hefty 180 HP. It features the ability Act Freely and the attack Rout. This card is numbered 131 in the set.

Quick Facts

• HP: 180
• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 2 (evolves from Vigoroth)
• Ability: Act Freely — prevents attacking if a Stadium is in play
• Attack: Rout — deals 120+ damage, increasing by 30 for each of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Regulation Mark: E
• Series: Sword & Shield
• Set: Evolving Skies

Key Printings

This Slaking comes from Evolving Skies (set code swsh7) and is card number 131. It’s a Rare Holo with artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita. No release date is specified for this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include Stage 2, Single Strike subtype, Colorless type, and regulation mark E. Its ability, “Act Freely,” and the attack “Rout” further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability restricts attacking if a Stadium card is in play, which can influence deck-building and gameplay strategies.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Rare Holo, store Slaking in a sleeve and keep it out of direct sunlight to preserve the holographic finish. Avoid bending and moisture to maintain condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolving Skies (swsh7): Features Slaking as a powerful Stage 2 Single Strike Pokémon with a Stadium-sensitive ability, high HP, and strong attack potential—making it a notable collectible in the set.