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Slowking is a Water/Psychic-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Johto region (#199, Generation 2). With a max CP of 2,877 and base stats of 177/180/216 (Atk/Def/Sta), Slowking has a total stat product of 573.
Slowking is weak to Bug, Dark, Electric, Ghost, Grass-type moves. It resists Fighting, Fire, Ice, Psychic, Steel, Water-type attacks. Slowking is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Confusion (12.7 DPS), while Water Gun generates energy the fastest (10 EPS). Note that Surf is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Evolution
Raid Guide
Slowking as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsSlowking is not currently available as a raid boss. When Slowking returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Slowking from raids would have 1454 CP at level 20, or 1817 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Slowking
Slowking is weak to Bug, Dark, Electric, Ghost, Grass-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Slowking
Slowking evolves from Slowpoke using 50 Candy and a King's Rock.
A Shadow version of Slowking is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Slowking knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Slowking as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km. It also earns 15 Mega Energy per km when you have Mega Evolved it before.
Slowking Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Slowking in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Slowking from raids or eggs will show 1,454 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Slowking is a Water/Psychic-type Pokemon with a stat total of 573. With its bulk spread of 180 Defense and 216 Stamina, Slowking has solid survivability in battles.
Watch out for Bug, Dark, Electric, Ghost, Grass-type moves when using Slowking. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Slowking's performance.
Slowking's moves get a damage boost in Rainy and Windy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Slowking much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Slowking?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Slowking is a Water/Psychic-type Pokemon with base stats of 177/180/216 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,877. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Slowking may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.
Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Slowking deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.