Slowking
Dark Explorers · 49/108 · Rare
Current Prices
Set
Dark ExplorersNummer
49/108
Zeldzaamheid
Rare
Variant
Normal
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Sales Recorded
32
Last Updated
Mar 3, 2026
About Slowking
Slowking is a Rare card that stands out in the Dark Explorers set, numbered 49/108 in the expansion. This is the Normal variant. This card sits in the budget-friendly range, making it accessible for most collectors looking to add it to their binder.
Slowking Price Analysis
The current market price for Slowking from Dark Explorers is $2.31 as of 2026. Recent sales range from a low of $1.73 to a high of $1.73. PSA 9 (Mint) copies sell for around $29.99. Over the past 30 days, Slowking has increased in value by +33.5%, indicating growing demand among collectors. Trading activity for this specific card is limited, so prices may fluctuate more between individual sales.
Grading Slowking
Professional grading is available for Slowking and can significantly impact its market value. Graded versions tracked include: PSA 9. Ungraded pricing is tracked across conditions: DAMAGED, HEAVILY PLAYED, LIGHTLY PLAYED, MODERATELY PLAYED, NEAR MINT. For cards in this price range, grading makes sense primarily if the card is in near-mint condition and you plan to hold it long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $1.55 | $2.69 | $2.69 | 3 |
| ebay | DAMAGED | $4.33 | $4.33 | $4.33 | 1 |
| ebay | HEAVILY PLAYED | $3.49 | $3.49 | $3.49 | 1 |
| ebay | MODERATELY PLAYED | $1.39 | $1.39 | $1.39 | 1 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $3.99 | $2.25 | $2.25 | 9 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $2.31 | $1.73 | $1.73 | 9 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $1.02 | $1.02 | $1.02 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $0.97 | $0.97 | $0.97 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $0.85 | $0.82 | $0.82 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $29.99 | $29.99 | $29.99 | 2 |
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $3.10 | $3.38 | $3.38 | 3 |
Is Slowking a Good Investment?
Slowking carries the Rare designation, placing it in the category of cards that collectors actively seek for set completion and moderate investment. The upward price trend suggests increasing demand. However, short-term price movements do not always indicate long-term direction. Lower trading volume means fewer copies change hands, which can make timing important when buying or selling. As with any collectible, values can fluctuate based on market conditions, format legality, nostalgia cycles, and overall demand in the Pokemon TCG market in 2026.
