Slaking (Unified Minds 170) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Slaking from the Unified Minds set is a Rare Holo card boasting 180 HP. It features the ability Counterattack and the attack Dynamic Swing. This powerful combination makes Slaking a notable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 2
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Flavor Text: The world’s laziest Pokémon. It moves to another spot when there’s no food left within its reach.

Key Printings

This Slaking card is from the Sun & Moon series, specifically the Unified Minds set (sm11). It is numbered 170 in the set and is a Rare Holo variant.

• Ability — Counterattack: Places 4 damage counters on the attacking Pokémon if Slaking is damaged while active.
• Attack — Dynamic Swing: Deals 100+ damage, with an optional 100 more damage at the cost of taking extra damage on the next turn.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sm11-170,” the Rare Holo rarity, and the illustrator Akira Komayama’s artwork. The card’s retreat cost of 4 and its high HP also help distinguish it from other Slaking printings.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil finish and maintain card condition, store this Slaking card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity, consider using a top loader or a binder with individual pockets for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unified Minds (sm11): This set features Slaking as a powerful Stage 2 Colorless Pokémon with a unique ability that punishes attackers and a high-damage attack with a risk-reward mechanic. The card’s artwork and holofoil treatment make it a standout collectible within the set.