14111 Slowking Appraisal

Slowking Holofoil Trading Card - Neo Genesis Set (14/111)

This is a vintage Pokémon trading card featuring the 'Royal Pokémon' Slowking, released as part of the Neo Genesis expansion around the year 2000. Physically, the card is standard 2.5 by 3.5 inches with a vibrant yellow border surrounding a psychic-type purple card face. The card is a holofoil rare, characterized by a shimmering 'cosmos' foil pattern in the artwork window which depicts Slowking standing on a rocky outcrop under a starry sky. The artwork is credited to Ken Sugimori. Notable technical details include the HP of 80, the 'Mind Games' Pokémon Power, and the 'Mind Blast' attack. The card is numbered 14/111 at the bottom right, and the set symbol (a double-star) is located just below the art window on the right side. In terms of condition, the card appears generally well-preserved with sharp corners and clean edges visible from the front view, though there is a slight off-centering with the left border being thinner than the right. No major surface scratches or structural creases are immediately apparent, suggesting a likely 'Lightly Played' to 'Near Mint' raw condition, which is a key factor for collectors and appraisers. This specific card is historically significant in the competitive game for its powerful 'Mind Games' ability which was eventually restricted in tournament play.