Slakoth (ex8-73) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Slakoth is a Common Pokémon card from the Deoxys set, numbered 73. It has a modest 40 HP and features the attack Flail. This card captures Slakoth’s laid-back nature with straightforward gameplay.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Yawn: The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
• Flail: Does 10 damage times the number of damage counters on Slakoth.
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Slakoth appears in the ex Deoxys set as card number 73. It is a common card, making it accessible for collectors and players alike. The artwork by Takao Unno is distinctive to this edition.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “ex8” and card number 73. The card’s simple Colorless type and basic stage classification help distinguish it from other Slakoth cards.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Its low HP and basic attacks suggest it is more suited for casual play or collection rather than competitive use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it is still valuable to maintain the artwork and card integrity, especially since the release date is unknown.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Deoxys (ex8): This set features Slakoth as a basic Colorless Pokémon with straightforward attacks and a common rarity. It fits well into collections focusing on early-ex era cards or Colorless-type Pokémon.