Slowbro (HS Undaunted 38) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Slowbro from the HS Undaunted set is an uncommon card numbered 38 with 90 HP. This sturdy Pokémon features the attack Startling Trip, adding a tactical edge to gameplay. Its design captures Slowbro’s relaxed yet formidable nature.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Slowpoke)
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: Naturally dull to begin with, it lost its ability to feel pain due to Shellder’s seeping poison.

Key Printings

This Slowbro card is from the HS Undaunted set, identified by set code “hgss3” and card number 38.

• Full-Belly Refresh: removes all Special Conditions and 3 damage counters from Slowbro.
• Startling Trip: deals 50 damage and can cause confusion to either the Defending Pokémon or Slowbro depending on a coin flip.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “hgss3” and card number 38. The illustrator is Kagemaru Himeno, whose artwork distinctly portrays Slowbro’s characteristic dullness.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity, maintaining the integrity of the artwork and card surface is important for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HS Undaunted: This set includes the Slowbro card as a Water-type Stage 1 Pokémon with moderate HP and unique attacks focusing on status condition management and confusion effects. The set’s style is consistent with the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, showcasing detailed and expressive artwork.