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
set_name | release_date | number | rarity | hp | illustrator |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Unbroken Bonds | 43 | Rare Holo | 120 | Ken Sugimori |
- 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.
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