Slowpoke (Neo Genesis 73) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Slowpoke from the Neo Genesis set is a common Pokémon card numbered 73. It has a modest 50 HP and features the attack Psyshock. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Attacks:
• Psyshock: Flip a coin; if heads, the Defending Pokémon is Paralyzed. Deals 10 damage.
• Water Gun: Deals 10 damage plus 10 more for each Water Energy attached to Slowpoke (up to 20 extra damage).
• Flavor Text: “It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won’t even notice for a whole day.”
• Illustrator: Tomokazu Komiya
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide covers the exact printing of Slowpoke from the Neo Genesis set, card number 73. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Slowpoke card. Identification is straightforward by set code “neo1,” card number 73, and the illustrator Tomokazu Komiya’s artwork.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated area by Tomokazu Komiya.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Neo Genesis: Slowpoke appears as a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon with simple but effective attacks, fitting the early Neo series’ theme of evolving gameplay and new Pokémon introductions. This card reflects the set’s focus on nostalgic yet strategic play.