2022 Pokemon GO Slaking V #058/078
Slaking · The Pokemon Company (Nintendo) · Pokemon V (Ultra Rare)
Player
Slaking
Set
Pokemon GO TCG (Sword & Shield Era)
Year
2022
Card #
058/078
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 7-8 (Near-Mint). Visible top-heavy centering; corners and edges appear standard for binder-stored cards, but surface cannot be fully assessed through plastic. Slight edge wear on the bottom right corner.
Category
Pokemon V (Ultra Rare)
Manufacturer
The Pokemon Company (Nintendo)
Demand Level
Low/Bulk. While it is an Ultra Rare, Slaking is not a highly chased 'fan-favorite' Pokemon like Charizard or Mewtwo, and the set was produced in massive quantities.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $1.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-22, PSA 10: $35-45. Note: Grading costs usually exceed the value of this specific card.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay 'Sold' listings show raw copies selling for $0.25 to $1.25 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies occasionally sell for $35, but most remain ungraded in bulk boxes.
Description
This is a Slaking V from the 2022 Pokemon GO crossover set. The card features an action illustration by Saki Hayashiro showing Slaking using a powerful physical attack. It has a holographic finish typical of 'V' cards with a black border and silver accents. It features the 'Kinda Lazy' Ability and the 'Heavy Impact' attack dealing 260 damage.
Key Features
Ultra Rare 'V' rarity from the popular 2022 Pokemon GO collaboration set. High HP (230) and high damage output (260) for gameplay enthusiasts.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence the card is authentic. Font, energy symbols, and copyright text match official Nintendo/Game Freak standards. Holofoil pattern follows the correct diagonal sweep for the Sword & Shield era.
Flaws to Note
Vertical centering is off (heavy top border). Minor white chipping/wear visible on the bottom edge/corner. Being stored in a binder sleeve without a penny sleeve can lead to surface scratches.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best sold as part of a 'lot' on eBay or Mercari. For individual sales, TCGPlayer or local card shop bulk buy-lists are the most common venues.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the grading fee will be significantly higher than the card's market value. If selling online, use a 'Plain White Envelope' (PWE) shipping method to keep costs low. Mention 'Pokemon GO Set' in the title.