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Talk:Slowbro (Pokémon)

2012-04-17T15:57:37Z

Slowprobro: /* Origin */

==Shellder==
Should it be noted (and for Slowking too) that despite being a Shellder latched onto it's tail, the thing on it's tail in no way resembles Shellder or even Cloyster (though it's closer to Cloyster I suppose)? I'm not disputing what it is, it's clearly stated in the games that it's Shellder. I just think it's interesting that it looks -nothing- like it. [[User:Derian|[[Derian]]]]
: I would say that it would fit better in Shellder's article but it may fit in here as well. [[User:Solar Dragon|Solar Dragon]] 15:31, 31 August 2009 (UTC)

== Missing Evolution to Slowking ==

Missing Evolution to Slowking. Perhaps it should be added. --[[User:JP585|JP585]] 15:24, 31 May 2011 (UTC)
:Slowbro doesn't evolve into Slowking. - ''unsigned comment from [[User:Missingno. Master|Missingno. Master]] ([[User talk:Missingno. Master|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Missingno._Master|contribs]])'' 15:26, 31 May 2011 (UTC)

== 2 Pokémon ==

I may be wrong, but aren't Slowbro and Slowking the only time 2 Pokémon can be in the same Poké Ball? [[User:Nick Walrus|Nick Walrus]] 05:46, 19 November 2011 (UTC)
:Some sprites have Mantine and Remoraid, and in some canons, a Magneton really is just three Magnemites. Then there's Metang being made of Beldum, and Metagross being made of Metang. Then Kangaskhan....*droning* anyway, it's an iffy statement. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 05:48, 19 November 2011 (UTC)

== Emerald shiny sprite mistaken? ==

The shiny sprite for Emerald features a blue tongue, but I'm not sure whether that was a spriter's error or from the game, as I never owned that particular game, myself. A quick google search though shows that other websites with game sprite collections have a normal-colored tongue for Slowbro's shiny sprite. If the sprite in the article is mistaken, could someone more familiar with editing sprites fix it? --[[User:ACDragonMaster|ACDragonMaster]] 09:10, 3 March 2012 (UTC)
:It is indeed an error. It's not noted here because it was decided to remove them because the sheer number of sprite errors were taking up large amounts of Trivia space. However, it has been added to [[User:Vuvuzela2010/Sprite Errors|this page]]. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 10:19, 3 March 2012 (UTC)

== Two pieces of trivia that appear pointless ==

*The mention that nobody knows what happened to the Shellder after the Pokémon allegedly devolves
*The mention that it is unknown if the Shellder was shiny prior to "biting" on a shiny Slowpoke/Slowbro
These two pieces of trivia appear rather pointless. Before and if I remove them, I'd be interested to know why they're there to begin with... [[User:Haxorus|'''Hax''']][[User talk:Haxorus|'''or''']][[Special:MyContributions|'''us''']] 01:31, 7 March 2012 (UTC)

== Origin ==

Slowbro is based on a hippopotamus, a cartoonish one specifically.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 21:11, 20 March 2012 (UTC)

== Origin ==

It doesn't look anything like a salamander. I'm not sure about it being a "giant otter" too.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 19:54, 21 March 2012 (UTC)

It's speculated that the family is based on various species of otter (as well as hippopotamuses) due to the fact that it hunts (presumably for fish) and is associated with shellfish. Hippos are herbivores. It is physically similar to both Giant Otters as well as Pygmy Hippopotamuses.
[[User:Slowprobro|Slowprobro]] 15:57, 17 April 2012 (UTC)

Talk:Slowbro (Pokémon)

2012-04-17T15:56:58Z

Slowprobro:

Talk:Slowpoke (Pokémon)

2012-04-16T04:16:37Z

Slowprobro: /* Pygmy Hippo x Giant Otter */

==Edit Request==
Slopoke G/S anime Pokedex entry its-it is. a small one. please![[User:Littlmiget123|Littlmiget123]] 14:06, 22 October 2009 (UTC)

==Meme==
I'd say it's worth a mention that slowpoke has become slightly famous on 4cahn's /b/ board as of late? {{unsigned|Titan}}
:Strangely however its not so popular on their {{tt|/vp/|Pokémon}} board =P. [[User:DeadUniverse|DeadUniverse]] [[User talk:DeadUniverse|Hello!]] 12:16, 11 November 2010 (UTC)
::And I think memes like that shouldn't be included until they spread outside of 4chan more, like So I herd U liek Mudkips did. --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 12:52, 11 November 2010 (UTC)
:::It kinda has. Like that Slowpoke Michael Jackson thing they did, and on April 1st, 2010 there was Slowpedia. [[Typhlosion|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon|★]] [[User_talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]] 12:55, 11 November 2010 (UTC)

== Sprites (Crystal) ==

(Sorry for my bad English) I believe, you have to center the sprites of Crystal and Gold, because it don't looks beautiful when the sprite of Slowpoke lays so below. For example the Crystal und Gold sprites of shiny Slowpoke are in the center of the picture and in my opinion that is distinctly prettier to watch (uniformity)!--[[User:LaBumm|LaBumm]] 14:12, 6 January 2011 (UTC)

== Slowpoke based on a Giant Otter rather than Leucistic Hippo. ==

Its marine nature, fishing habits and association with {{wp|shellfish}} have me believe that {{wp|Slowpoke}} and its evolutions are based on various species of {{wp|otter}} rather than a {{wp|Hippopotamus}} with {{wp|leucism.}} It specifically resembles a young {{wp|Giant Otter}}.

Thoughts?

[[File:Otter vs Hippo.jpg]]

[[User:Slowprobro|Slowprobro]] 07:02, 26 May 2011 (UTC)

== Trivia ==

Just noticed this so I though I would point it out, that Slowpoke is supposed to evolve by having a Shellder clamp its tail, but they are both opposite version-exclusives in FireRed and LeafGreen, with Shellder being exclusive to FireRed and Slowpoke being exclusive to LeafGreen. So ironically, Slowbro and Slowking technically shouldnt be obtainable at all in those games. [[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']][[Koffing (Pokémon)| ☠]] 16:26, 16 October 2011 (UTC)

== Origin ==

Slowpoke is based on a hippopotamus, a cartoonish one specifically.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 20:18, 20 March 2012 (UTC)

== Slowpoke a salmander? ==

It doesn't look anything like a salamander.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 19:48, 21 March 2012 (UTC)
:Dang!Are you ever happy ? It was specied hippo in the origin section, but still there is something you don't like at any other origin page. Instead of commenting, why don't you bring proof and show them to admins ? It would be much easier.--[[User:DJWolfy|--'''DJ''']][[User talk:DJWolfy|'''Wolfy''']] 20:25, 21 March 2012 (UTC)
Salamanders have flatter bodies, flatter heads, and toes.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 22:09, 23 March 2012 (UTC)

:Salamander also don't have fire on the tip of their tails. Either way, it says Hippopotamus on there anyways.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:38, 24 March 2012 (UTC)
Charmander is based on the mythical salamander.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 13:13, 24 March 2012 (UTC)
::Based on the linked Wikipedia entry and the above hippo picture, Slowpoke looks more like a giant salamander than it does a hippo. I think it can stay. --[[User:Darth Zekrom|'''Darth''']] [[User talk:Darth Zekrom|'''Zekrom''']] 20:55, 27 March 2012 (UTC)
Slowpoke is a "cartoonish" hippopotamus, Link[[http://www.google.com/search?tbm=isch&hl=en&source=hp&biw=1680&bih=811&q=crocodile+cartoon&gbv=2&oq=crocodile+c&aq=0&aqi=g10&aql=&gs_l=img.1.0.0l10.438l6672l0l7970l21l21l5l5l6l0l85l779l11l11l0.frgbld.#hl=en&gbv=2&tbm=isch&sa=1&q=hippo+cartoon&oq=hippo+cartoon&aq=0&aqi=g8g-m2&aql=&gs_l=img.1.0.0l8j0i5l2.38971l39799l0l41337l5l5l0l0l0l0l130l474l3j2l5l0.frgbld.&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.,cf.osb&fp=38839135fe51240b&biw=1680&bih=811]]. Quagsire is a true giant salamander.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 14:18, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

http://cdn.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/7/70/079Slowpoke.png http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/b/bf/195Quagsire_GS.png

== Otter ==

The Sea Otter is the only species of otter that is marine and associated with shellfish.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 15:42, 5 April 2012 (UTC)

== Pygmy Hippo x Giant Otter ==

I personally now believe that the Slowpoke family are a mix between Pygmy Hippos and Giant Otters.

http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h281/Shaylah_Rawr/otterhippo1.jpg

[[User:Slowprobro|Slowprobro]] 03:54, 16 April 2012 (UTC)

Talk:Slowpoke (Pokémon)

2012-04-16T04:02:04Z

Slowprobro: /* Pygmy Hippo x Giant Otter */

==Edit Request==
Slopoke G/S anime Pokedex entry its-it is. a small one. please![[User:Littlmiget123|Littlmiget123]] 14:06, 22 October 2009 (UTC)

==Meme==
I'd say it's worth a mention that slowpoke has become slightly famous on 4cahn's /b/ board as of late? {{unsigned|Titan}}
:Strangely however its not so popular on their {{tt|/vp/|Pokémon}} board =P. [[User:DeadUniverse|DeadUniverse]] [[User talk:DeadUniverse|Hello!]] 12:16, 11 November 2010 (UTC)
::And I think memes like that shouldn't be included until they spread outside of 4chan more, like So I herd U liek Mudkips did. --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 12:52, 11 November 2010 (UTC)
:::It kinda has. Like that Slowpoke Michael Jackson thing they did, and on April 1st, 2010 there was Slowpedia. [[Typhlosion|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon|★]] [[User_talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]] 12:55, 11 November 2010 (UTC)

== Sprites (Crystal) ==

(Sorry for my bad English) I believe, you have to center the sprites of Crystal and Gold, because it don't looks beautiful when the sprite of Slowpoke lays so below. For example the Crystal und Gold sprites of shiny Slowpoke are in the center of the picture and in my opinion that is distinctly prettier to watch (uniformity)!--[[User:LaBumm|LaBumm]] 14:12, 6 January 2011 (UTC)

== Slowpoke based on a Giant Otter rather than Leucistic Hippo. ==

Its marine nature, fishing habits and association with {{wp|shellfish}} have me believe that {{wp|Slowpoke}} and its evolutions are based on various species of {{wp|otter}} rather than a {{wp|Hippopotamus}} with {{wp|leucism.}} It specifically resembles a young {{wp|Giant Otter}}.

Thoughts?

[[File:Otter vs Hippo.jpg]]

[[User:Slowprobro|Slowprobro]] 07:02, 26 May 2011 (UTC)

== Trivia ==

Just noticed this so I though I would point it out, that Slowpoke is supposed to evolve by having a Shellder clamp its tail, but they are both opposite version-exclusives in FireRed and LeafGreen, with Shellder being exclusive to FireRed and Slowpoke being exclusive to LeafGreen. So ironically, Slowbro and Slowking technically shouldnt be obtainable at all in those games. [[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']][[Koffing (Pokémon)| ☠]] 16:26, 16 October 2011 (UTC)

== Origin ==

Slowpoke is based on a hippopotamus, a cartoonish one specifically.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 20:18, 20 March 2012 (UTC)

== Slowpoke a salmander? ==

It doesn't look anything like a salamander.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 19:48, 21 March 2012 (UTC)
:Dang!Are you ever happy ? It was specied hippo in the origin section, but still there is something you don't like at any other origin page. Instead of commenting, why don't you bring proof and show them to admins ? It would be much easier.--[[User:DJWolfy|--'''DJ''']][[User talk:DJWolfy|'''Wolfy''']] 20:25, 21 March 2012 (UTC)
Salamanders have flatter bodies, flatter heads, and toes.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 22:09, 23 March 2012 (UTC)

:Salamander also don't have fire on the tip of their tails. Either way, it says Hippopotamus on there anyways.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:38, 24 March 2012 (UTC)
Charmander is based on the mythical salamander.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 13:13, 24 March 2012 (UTC)
::Based on the linked Wikipedia entry and the above hippo picture, Slowpoke looks more like a giant salamander than it does a hippo. I think it can stay. --[[User:Darth Zekrom|'''Darth''']] [[User talk:Darth Zekrom|'''Zekrom''']] 20:55, 27 March 2012 (UTC)
Slowpoke is a "cartoonish" hippopotamus, Link[[http://www.google.com/search?tbm=isch&hl=en&source=hp&biw=1680&bih=811&q=crocodile+cartoon&gbv=2&oq=crocodile+c&aq=0&aqi=g10&aql=&gs_l=img.1.0.0l10.438l6672l0l7970l21l21l5l5l6l0l85l779l11l11l0.frgbld.#hl=en&gbv=2&tbm=isch&sa=1&q=hippo+cartoon&oq=hippo+cartoon&aq=0&aqi=g8g-m2&aql=&gs_l=img.1.0.0l8j0i5l2.38971l39799l0l41337l5l5l0l0l0l0l130l474l3j2l5l0.frgbld.&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.,cf.osb&fp=38839135fe51240b&biw=1680&bih=811]]. Quagsire is a true giant salamander.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 14:18, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

http://cdn.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/7/70/079Slowpoke.png http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/b/bf/195Quagsire_GS.png

== Otter ==

The Sea Otter is the only species of otter that is marine and associated with shellfish.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 15:42, 5 April 2012 (UTC)

== Pygmy Hippo x Giant Otter ==

I personally now believe that the slowpoke family are a mix between Pygmy Hippos and Giant Otters. [[File:Giant_Otter_Pygmy_Hippo.jpg]]

[[User:Slowprobro|Slowprobro]] 03:54, 16 April 2012 (UTC)

Talk:Slowpoke (Pokémon)

2012-04-16T03:54:54Z

Slowprobro: /* Pygmy Hippo x Giant Otter */ new section

==Edit Request==
Slopoke G/S anime Pokedex entry its-it is. a small one. please![[User:Littlmiget123|Littlmiget123]] 14:06, 22 October 2009 (UTC)

==Meme==
I'd say it's worth a mention that slowpoke has become slightly famous on 4cahn's /b/ board as of late? {{unsigned|Titan}}
:Strangely however its not so popular on their {{tt|/vp/|Pokémon}} board =P. [[User:DeadUniverse|DeadUniverse]] [[User talk:DeadUniverse|Hello!]] 12:16, 11 November 2010 (UTC)
::And I think memes like that shouldn't be included until they spread outside of 4chan more, like So I herd U liek Mudkips did. --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 12:52, 11 November 2010 (UTC)
:::It kinda has. Like that Slowpoke Michael Jackson thing they did, and on April 1st, 2010 there was Slowpedia. [[Typhlosion|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon|★]] [[User_talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]] 12:55, 11 November 2010 (UTC)

== Sprites (Crystal) ==

(Sorry for my bad English) I believe, you have to center the sprites of Crystal and Gold, because it don't looks beautiful when the sprite of Slowpoke lays so below. For example the Crystal und Gold sprites of shiny Slowpoke are in the center of the picture and in my opinion that is distinctly prettier to watch (uniformity)!--[[User:LaBumm|LaBumm]] 14:12, 6 January 2011 (UTC)

== Slowpoke based on a Giant Otter rather than Leucistic Hippo. ==

Its marine nature, fishing habits and association with {{wp|shellfish}} have me believe that {{wp|Slowpoke}} and its evolutions are based on various species of {{wp|otter}} rather than a {{wp|Hippopotamus}} with {{wp|leucism.}} It specifically resembles a young {{wp|Giant Otter}}.

Thoughts?

[[File:Otter vs Hippo.jpg]]

[[User:Slowprobro|Slowprobro]] 07:02, 26 May 2011 (UTC)

== Trivia ==

Just noticed this so I though I would point it out, that Slowpoke is supposed to evolve by having a Shellder clamp its tail, but they are both opposite version-exclusives in FireRed and LeafGreen, with Shellder being exclusive to FireRed and Slowpoke being exclusive to LeafGreen. So ironically, Slowbro and Slowking technically shouldnt be obtainable at all in those games. [[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']][[Koffing (Pokémon)| ☠]] 16:26, 16 October 2011 (UTC)

== Origin ==

Slowpoke is based on a hippopotamus, a cartoonish one specifically.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 20:18, 20 March 2012 (UTC)

== Slowpoke a salmander? ==

It doesn't look anything like a salamander.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 19:48, 21 March 2012 (UTC)
:Dang!Are you ever happy ? It was specied hippo in the origin section, but still there is something you don't like at any other origin page. Instead of commenting, why don't you bring proof and show them to admins ? It would be much easier.--[[User:DJWolfy|--'''DJ''']][[User talk:DJWolfy|'''Wolfy''']] 20:25, 21 March 2012 (UTC)
Salamanders have flatter bodies, flatter heads, and toes.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 22:09, 23 March 2012 (UTC)

:Salamander also don't have fire on the tip of their tails. Either way, it says Hippopotamus on there anyways.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:38, 24 March 2012 (UTC)
Charmander is based on the mythical salamander.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 13:13, 24 March 2012 (UTC)
::Based on the linked Wikipedia entry and the above hippo picture, Slowpoke looks more like a giant salamander than it does a hippo. I think it can stay. --[[User:Darth Zekrom|'''Darth''']] [[User talk:Darth Zekrom|'''Zekrom''']] 20:55, 27 March 2012 (UTC)
Slowpoke is a "cartoonish" hippopotamus, Link[[http://www.google.com/search?tbm=isch&hl=en&source=hp&biw=1680&bih=811&q=crocodile+cartoon&gbv=2&oq=crocodile+c&aq=0&aqi=g10&aql=&gs_l=img.1.0.0l10.438l6672l0l7970l21l21l5l5l6l0l85l779l11l11l0.frgbld.#hl=en&gbv=2&tbm=isch&sa=1&q=hippo+cartoon&oq=hippo+cartoon&aq=0&aqi=g8g-m2&aql=&gs_l=img.1.0.0l8j0i5l2.38971l39799l0l41337l5l5l0l0l0l0l130l474l3j2l5l0.frgbld.&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.,cf.osb&fp=38839135fe51240b&biw=1680&bih=811]]. Quagsire is a true giant salamander.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 14:18, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

http://cdn.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/7/70/079Slowpoke.png http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/b/bf/195Quagsire_GS.png

== Otter ==

The Sea Otter is the only species of otter that is marine and associated with shellfish.[[User:Bennell|Bennell]] 15:42, 5 April 2012 (UTC)

== Pygmy Hippo x Giant Otter ==

I personally now believe that the slowpoke family are a mix between Pygmy Hippos and Giant Otters. [[File:Otter_hippo.jpg]]

[[User:Slowprobro|Slowprobro]] 03:54, 16 April 2012 (UTC)

Talk:Slowpoke (Pokémon)

2011-05-26T07:08:06Z

Slowprobro: /* Slowpoke based on a Giant Otter rather than Leucistic Hippo. */

Talk:Slowpoke (Pokémon)

2011-05-26T07:06:50Z

Slowprobro: /* Slowpoke based on a Giant Otter rather than Leucistic Hippo. */

Talk:Slowpoke (Pokémon)

2011-05-26T07:02:46Z

Slowprobro: /* Slowpoke based on a Giant Otter rather than Leucistic Hippo. */

Talk:Slowpoke (Pokémon)

2011-05-26T06:58:05Z

Slowprobro: /* Slowpoke based on a Giant Otter rather than Leucistic Hippo. */ new section

Slowpoke (Pokémon)

2011-05-26T06:34:12Z

Slowprobro: /* Origin */

{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=078 | nextnum=080 | prev=Rapidash | next=Slowbro }}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Slowpoke |
jname=ヤドン |
tmname=Yadon |
art=FRLG |
size=160px |
pron=<sc>''slow''-poke</sc> <ref>Barbo, Maria. ''The Official Pokémon Handbook''. Scholastic Publishing, 1999. ISBN 0-439-10397-5</ref> |
ndex=079 |
jdex=080 |
hdex=255 |
fbrow=014 |
typen=2 |
type1=Water |
type2=Psychic |
species=Dopey |
height-ftin=3'11" |
height-m=1.2 |
weight-lbs=79.4 |
weight-kg=36.0 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Oblivious |
ability2=Own Tempo |
abilityd=Regenerator|
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Water 1 |
eggcycles=20 |
evhp=1 |
expyield=99 |
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color=Pink |
catchrate=190 |
body=08 |
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footnotes=}}
'''Slowpoke''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヤドン''' ''Yadon'') is a dual-type {{2t|Water|Psychic}} Pokémon. It first appeared in the [[Generation I]] games.

Slowpoke can evolve into one of two Pokémon: into {{p|Slowbro}} beginning at [[level]] 37, or into {{p|Slowking}} when [[trade]]d holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Slowpoke are large pink creatures which resemble a cross between a salamander and a hippopotamus. Their tails becomes lighter towards the tip, they have curled ears, and have tan muzzles.
====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Slowpoke have unusual tails which drip a sweet-tasting sappy substance. This substance is attractive to many species of fish, and can be used as a lure. Also, if their tail is cut off, it'll grow back quickly. Unfortunately, Slowpoke are extremely stupid, and tend to forget what they are doing.

Unlike most {{type2|Water}} Pokémon, Slowpoke are capable of using {{type2|Fire}} attacks, like {{m|Flamethrower}}.

===Behavior===
Slowpoke are amphibious creatures of notoriously dim intellect. They take a long time to respond to outside stimuli, it takes as much as five seconds for it to process pain. Its tail is particularly numb to pain, it takes more than a day for it to feel when it has been bitten on its tail. Although they are generally seen as being extraordinarily stupid, they are very gentle and caring, as well as skilled fishermen. Unfortunately, they are easily distracted and forget what they were doing. Although many view Slowpoke as largely useless creatures, many folktales surround Slowpoke, including the belief that their {{m|yawn}}s cause rain.

===Habitat===
[[Image:Watersedge.gif|right|frame|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Water's-edge Pokémon}}]]
Slowpoke are commonly found at the water's edge. Their home range includes [[Kanto]], [[Johto]], and occasionally [[Sinnoh]].

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}
Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river.

==In the anime==
[[File:EP260.png|200px|right|thumb|Slowpoke in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
Slowpoke's first major role was in ''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]''. Ash and {{ashfr|co.}} asked for the help of [[Professor Westwood V]] to help figure out why Slowpoke only evolved into Slowbro when a {{p|Shellder}} {{m|clamp}}ed on its tail (a question that was giving {{an|Professor Oak}} a headache). Westwood's Slowpoke evolved when a Shellder that [[Jessie]] caught clamped on to the Dopey Pokémon's tail.

''[[EP142|A Shadow of a Drought]]'' revealed that [[Azalea Town]] considers Slowpoke sacred due to legends claiming that Slowpoke's {{m|yawn}}ing can summon rain.

''[[EP244|Enlighten Up!]]'' introduced practitioners of a religion similar to {{wp|Buddhism}} that see Slowpoke's empty head as a sign of enlightenment and worship by meditating along with Slowpoke and Slowbro.

A group of Slowpoke were trying to reach a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} to evolve into Slowking in ''[[EP260|A Crowning Achievement]]''. One finally succeeded at the end.

===Minor appearances===
Slowpoke's first appearance was a brief one in ''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]''. {{Ash}}'s Pokémon asked it for help, but it didn't respond. It evolved into a Slowbro at the very end of the episode.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP066|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. No one can tell when a Slowpoke is thinking, if it ever does think. Its specialty is [[fishing]] with its tail.}}
|}
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|-
| text align="right" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemelight|Kanto}}; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 10px; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 10px;" | '''Original series entries continue below.'''
|}
|}
{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP244|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. Slowpoke is always lost in thought though no one knows what it is pondering.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Johto}}

==In the manga==
===In the Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
{{OBP|Ash Ketchum|EToP|Ash}} captures a {{pkmn2|giant}} Slowpoke in the {{pkmn|manga}} series [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]. He later trades it to [[Gary Oak]] for a photo of his sister, [[Daisy Oak|May Oak]].

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
A Slowpoke appears under the control of [[Team Rocket]] in ''[[PS056|The Coming of Slowpoke (Eventually)]]''.

A {{tc|Swimmer}} lent his Slowpoke to {{adv|Yellow}} to compete in a surfing contest that was interrupted by [[Lance]]'s attack on [[Vermilion City]].

In ''[[PS101|Teddiursa's Picnic]]'', a herd of Slowpoke in [[Azalea Town]] had their tails cut off by [[Team Rocket]], causing the [[Slowpoke Well]] to stop providing water. {{adv|Gold}} proceeds to tire one out with his {{p|Aipom}}, prompting it to yawn and therefore cause the well to start flowing again.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Slowpoke (TCG)}}

==Other appearances==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]===
Slowpoke is a Pokéfloat. It initially has its tail curled towards its body but the tail lazily becomes straight and fighting moves there until {{p|Wooper}} appears.

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
*[[Pokémon Channel]]: A Slowpoke is the very slow weatherman.
* {{g|Pinball}}: A Slowpoke appears on the Blue Table, once hit with the pinball, it allows for the [[evolution]] of one of the captured Pokémon.
*{{ga|Pokémon Ranger}}: Slowpoke is [[Murph]]'s partner Pokémon.
*[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]]: Slowpoke and {{p|Slakoth}} are the members of Team Slacker, the zero-motivation exploration team.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|gen=1
|redbluedex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|yellowdex=Incredibly slow and sluggish. It is quite content to loll about without worrying about the time.
|stadiumdex=A dopey Pokémon that remains in a daze except when fishing with its tail. Awake or asleep, there is little difference.
|golddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|silverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|crystaldex=It is always so absent-minded that it won't react, even if its flavorful tail is bitten.
|stadium2dex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|rsdex=Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river. However, this Pokémon often forgets what it's doing and often spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|emeralddex=It catches prey by dipping its tail in water at the side of a river. But it often forgets what it is doing and spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|firereddex=It is always vacantly lost in thought, but no one knows what it is thinking about. It is good at fishing with its tail.
|leafgreendex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|dpptdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
|heartgolddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|soulsilverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|bwdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=Water |
type2=psychic |
gen=1 |
rbrarity=Common |
rbarea=[[Seafoam Islands]] and {{rt|10|Kanto}}, [[Celadon City]], and [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] with [[Fishing#In the games|Super Rod]] |
yrarity=Common |
yarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|12|Kanto}} and {{rtn|13|Kanto}} ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) and [[Seafoam Islands]] |
gsrarity=Common |
gsarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
crarity=Common |
carea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
gen3ex=frlg |
frlgrarity=Common |
frlgarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|4|Kanto}}, {{rtn|10|Kanto}}, {{rtn|11|Kanto}}, {{rtn|12|Kanto}}, {{rtn|13|Kanto}}, {{rtn|14|Kanto}}, {{rtn|19|Kanto}}, {{rtn|20|Kanto}}, {{rtn|21|Kanto}}, {{rtn|24|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|25|Kanto}}, [[Fuchsia City]], [[Vermilion City]], [[Viridian City]], [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]], {{OBP|One Island|town}}, {{OBP|Two Island|town}}, {{OBP|Three Island|town}}, {{OBP|Four Island|town}}, {{OBP|Five Island|town}}, {{OBP|Six Island|town}}, and {{OBP|Seven Island|town}} |
frlgex=leafgreen|
gen4ex=pearl|
dprarity=Rare |
dparea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
ptrarity=Rare |
ptarea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
palarea=Pond |
hgssrarity= Rare |
hgssarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
walkarea={{pw|Beautiful Beach}}|
bwarea=[[Abundant Shrine]]|
bwrarity=Uncommon (Surf) Common (Rippling Water)|
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|snap=[[Pokémon Island River|River]]
|channel=Upgrade binder
|pinball=[[Rock Tunnel|Rock Mountain]] [[Seafoam Islands]]
|trozei=[[Secret Storage 7]] [[Huge Storage 2]] Endless Level 20 [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=[[Stormy Sea]] (11F-19F) [[Silver Trench]] (6F-14F) [[Grand Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Far-off Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Marvelous Sea]] (B6-B14) [[Fantasy Strait]] (B6-B14)
|ranger=[[Kisara Plains]]
|md2=[[Lake Afar]] (B1-B24)
|scramble=[[Rocky Cave]]
|pokepark=[[Beach Zone]]
}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=water|type2=psychic
|rby1=Berry|rby1type=Berries (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
|gsc1=King's Rock|gsc1type=Evolution-inducing held item|gsc1rar=8
|dppt1=Lagging Tail|dppt1type=In-battle effect item|dppt1rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 90 |
Attack= 65 |
Defense=65 |
Special=40 |
SpAtk= 40 |
SpDef= 40 |
Speed= 15 |
type=Water |
type2=Psychic }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Water
|type2=Psychic
|Speed=1
|SpeedMax=1
|Power=2
|PowerMax=2
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=4
|StaminaMax=5
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=2
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=water|
type2=psychic|
Normal= 100 |
Flying= 100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Ground= 100 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 200 |
Poison= 100 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 50 |
Water= 50 |
Grass= 200 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 50 |
Ice= 50 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |

notes=yes|
gen1psychic=yes|
oldghost=0}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Yawn|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35||}}
{{learnlist/level5|5|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40||}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Water Gun|Water|Special|40|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|14|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|23|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|28|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|32|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|36|Slack Off|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|41|Amnesia|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|45|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|58|Heal Pulse|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM03|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM04|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM07|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|95|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|120|70|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM19|Telekinesis|Psychic|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM38|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|120|85|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM55|Scald|Water|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM59|Incinerate|Fire|Special|30|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM86|Grass Knot|Grass|Special|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM92|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM03|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM06|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|060|Poliwag}}{{MSP|061|Poliwhirl}}{{MSP|062|Poliwrath}}{{MSP|186|Politoed}}{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}|Belly Drum|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|131|Lapras}}{{MSP|183|Marill}}{{MSP|184|Azumarill}}{{MSP|225|Delibird}}|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|100|100|10|||*|'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}|Me First|Normal|Status|—|—|20|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|194|Wooper}}{{MSP|195|Quagsire}}{{MSP|258|Mudkip}}{{MSP|259|Marshtomp}}{{MSP|260|Swampert}}{{MSP|369|Relicanth}} {{MSP|422|Shellos}}{{MSP|422E|Shellos}}{{MSP|423|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|423E|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|618|Stunfisk}}|Mud Sport|Ground|Status|—|—|15|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|357|Tropius}}|Stomp|Normal|Physical|65|100|20|Tough|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|363|Spheal}}{{MSP|364|Sealeo}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}|Wonder Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|079|Slowpoke}}{{MSP|080|Slowbro}}{{MSP|199|Slowking}}{{MSP|270|Lotad}} {{MSP|271|Lombre}}{{MSP|272|Ludicolo}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15|Beauty|2||'''}}{{learnlist/breedf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

====By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor5null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
*{{m|Bite}} {{ic|Dark}}

===={{pkmn|Dream World}}-only moves====
{{learnlist/eventh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Brine|Water|Special|65|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/eventf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=water |
type2=psychic |
ndex=079 |
pinball=Catch |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Common |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=12 |
area=Bountiful Sea |
P1=...? ...? |
P2=...? ...! ...? ...! |
P3=...! ...! ...! ...! |
PL=...! ...! Leveled! Up! |
Ranger=yes |
group=Water |
assist=Water |
field=Soak |
fieldpower=1 |
loop=7 |
MinEXP=N/A |
MaxEXP=N/A |
browser=Slowpoke is incredibly lazy. It dozes vacantly, only {{m|yawn}}ing occasionally. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=8.2 |
iq=B |
Pad=You met Slowpoke at the entrance to the [[Beach Zone]]. He's a dedicated player of {{P|Gyarados}}'s Aqua Dash.
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=079
|name1=Slowpoke
|type1-1=Water
|type2-1=Psychic
|evotype1=Level
|level1=37
|sprite2=080
|name2=Slowbro
|type1-2=Water
|type2-2=Psychic
|evotype1a=Trade
|held1a=King's Rock
|sprite2a=199
|name2a=Slowking
|type1-2a=Water
|type2-2a=Psychic}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=water|
type2=psychic|
gen=1|
gender=none|
ndex=079|
name=Slowpoke|
}}

==Trivia==
<div style="float:right">
{|
{{sprite/2/Ja|079}}
|}
</div>
*Slowpoke's original English name was "Slow'''mo'''".
*In the anime, Slowpoke evolves into a Slowbro if a Shellder bites its tail. It will evolve into a Slowking if one bites its head while it has the {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} on it.
*The Japanese and international {{game3|Gold and Silver|Pokémon Silver|s}} have different sprites for Slowpoke, with the Japanese versions having the same striped bellies that Slowbro and Slowking sport. It is unknown why this was changed. However, its striped underside is still partially visible in all of its Gold and Crystal sprites.
*Like {{p|Mantyke}}, Slowpoke evolves when another Pokémon attaches to it (as seen in the anime). However, proximity-based evolution (requiring Mantyke and {{p|Remoraid}} to be in the same party) did not exist in Generation I, so Shellder has no bearing on Slowpoke's evolution.
*Slowpoke is the only Pokémon whose multiple evolutions have different total [[EV yield]]s: it evolves at [[level]] 37 into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 2 ({{p|Slowbro}}), but when traded holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}, it evolves into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 ({{p|Slowking}}). The only other Pokémon with an EV yield of 1 who evolve directly into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 are {{p|Paras}} (evolves into {{p|Parasect}} at [[level]] 24), {{p|Nosepass}} (evolves into {{p|Probopass}} upon gaining a level at [[Mt. Coronet]]), and {{p|Larvesta}} (evolves into {{p|Volcarona}} at level 59).
*Slowpoke's National Dex number is the whole number portion of its weight in pounds. It is one of only two Pokémon with this distinction; the other is {{p|Scyther}}.

===Origin===
Due to its marine nature, shape and association with {{wp|shellfish}}, Slowpoke may be based on various species of {{wp|otter}}. It may also be based on a {{wp|giant salamander}}.

====Name origin====
A ''slowpoke'' is simply a term for someone who is slow. It can be also a combination of ''slow'' and ''poke'' (an abbreviation of ''Pokémon''). The ''yado'' in ''Yadon'' may be from 宿借り ''yadokari'', {{wp|hermit crab}}. Alternatively, it may also be derived from 宿主 ''yadonushi'', (parasitic) host. Also, 鈍感 ''donkan'' means thickheaded or stolid, and 鈍 ''don'' means slow, dull, or stupid.

==In other languages==
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|-
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{| style="{{roundy}}" style="background: #{{water color light}};"
|- align=center
! style="{{roundytl}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr}}" | Name Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of German Pokémon names|German]]
| Flegmon
| Derived from {{wp|Four Temperaments#Phlegmatic|''{{tt|phlegmatisch|phlegmatic}}''}} and ''Monster''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of French Pokémon names|French]]
| Ramoloss
| Probably from ''{{tt|ramolli|soft}}'' and {{tt|''molosse''|big dog}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]
| 야돈 ''Yadon''
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
| 呆呆獸 ''Dāi Dāi Shòu''
| Literally "Slow-witted creature".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小呆獸
| Literally "Little slow-witted creature".
|}
|-
|}
 

==External links==

==Notes==
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Slowpoke (Pokémon)

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Slowprobro: /* Origin */

{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=078 | nextnum=080 | prev=Rapidash | next=Slowbro }}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Slowpoke |
jname=ヤドン |
tmname=Yadon |
art=FRLG |
size=160px |
pron=<sc>''slow''-poke</sc> <ref>Barbo, Maria. ''The Official Pokémon Handbook''. Scholastic Publishing, 1999. ISBN 0-439-10397-5</ref> |
ndex=079 |
jdex=080 |
hdex=255 |
fbrow=014 |
typen=2 |
type1=Water |
type2=Psychic |
species=Dopey |
height-ftin=3'11" |
height-m=1.2 |
weight-lbs=79.4 |
weight-kg=36.0 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Oblivious |
ability2=Own Tempo |
abilityd=Regenerator|
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Water 1 |
eggcycles=20 |
evhp=1 |
expyield=99 |
lv100exp=1,000,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Pink |
catchrate=190 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=slowpoke |
generation=1 |
footnotes=}}
'''Slowpoke''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヤドン''' ''Yadon'') is a dual-type {{2t|Water|Psychic}} Pokémon. It first appeared in the [[Generation I]] games.

Slowpoke can evolve into one of two Pokémon: into {{p|Slowbro}} beginning at [[level]] 37, or into {{p|Slowking}} when [[trade]]d holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Slowpoke are large pink creatures which resemble a cross between a salamander and a hippopotamus. Their tails becomes lighter towards the tip, they have curled ears, and have tan muzzles.
====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Slowpoke have unusual tails which drip a sweet-tasting sappy substance. This substance is attractive to many species of fish, and can be used as a lure. Also, if their tail is cut off, it'll grow back quickly. Unfortunately, Slowpoke are extremely stupid, and tend to forget what they are doing.

Unlike most {{type2|Water}} Pokémon, Slowpoke are capable of using {{type2|Fire}} attacks, like {{m|Flamethrower}}.

===Behavior===
Slowpoke are amphibious creatures of notoriously dim intellect. They take a long time to respond to outside stimuli, it takes as much as five seconds for it to process pain. Its tail is particularly numb to pain, it takes more than a day for it to feel when it has been bitten on its tail. Although they are generally seen as being extraordinarily stupid, they are very gentle and caring, as well as skilled fishermen. Unfortunately, they are easily distracted and forget what they were doing. Although many view Slowpoke as largely useless creatures, many folktales surround Slowpoke, including the belief that their {{m|yawn}}s cause rain.

===Habitat===
[[Image:Watersedge.gif|right|frame|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Water's-edge Pokémon}}]]
Slowpoke are commonly found at the water's edge. Their home range includes [[Kanto]], [[Johto]], and occasionally [[Sinnoh]].

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}
Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river.

==In the anime==
[[File:EP260.png|200px|right|thumb|Slowpoke in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
Slowpoke's first major role was in ''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]''. Ash and {{ashfr|co.}} asked for the help of [[Professor Westwood V]] to help figure out why Slowpoke only evolved into Slowbro when a {{p|Shellder}} {{m|clamp}}ed on its tail (a question that was giving {{an|Professor Oak}} a headache). Westwood's Slowpoke evolved when a Shellder that [[Jessie]] caught clamped on to the Dopey Pokémon's tail.

''[[EP142|A Shadow of a Drought]]'' revealed that [[Azalea Town]] considers Slowpoke sacred due to legends claiming that Slowpoke's {{m|yawn}}ing can summon rain.

''[[EP244|Enlighten Up!]]'' introduced practitioners of a religion similar to {{wp|Buddhism}} that see Slowpoke's empty head as a sign of enlightenment and worship by meditating along with Slowpoke and Slowbro.

A group of Slowpoke were trying to reach a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} to evolve into Slowking in ''[[EP260|A Crowning Achievement]]''. One finally succeeded at the end.

===Minor appearances===
Slowpoke's first appearance was a brief one in ''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]''. {{Ash}}'s Pokémon asked it for help, but it didn't respond. It evolved into a Slowbro at the very end of the episode.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP066|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. No one can tell when a Slowpoke is thinking, if it ever does think. Its specialty is [[fishing]] with its tail.}}
|}
{|align="center" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemedark|Kanto}}"
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| text align="right" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemelight|Kanto}}; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 10px; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 10px;" | '''Original series entries continue below.'''
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{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP244|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. Slowpoke is always lost in thought though no one knows what it is pondering.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Johto}}

==In the manga==
===In the Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
{{OBP|Ash Ketchum|EToP|Ash}} captures a {{pkmn2|giant}} Slowpoke in the {{pkmn|manga}} series [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]. He later trades it to [[Gary Oak]] for a photo of his sister, [[Daisy Oak|May Oak]].

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
A Slowpoke appears under the control of [[Team Rocket]] in ''[[PS056|The Coming of Slowpoke (Eventually)]]''.

A {{tc|Swimmer}} lent his Slowpoke to {{adv|Yellow}} to compete in a surfing contest that was interrupted by [[Lance]]'s attack on [[Vermilion City]].

In ''[[PS101|Teddiursa's Picnic]]'', a herd of Slowpoke in [[Azalea Town]] had their tails cut off by [[Team Rocket]], causing the [[Slowpoke Well]] to stop providing water. {{adv|Gold}} proceeds to tire one out with his {{p|Aipom}}, prompting it to yawn and therefore cause the well to start flowing again.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Slowpoke (TCG)}}

==Other appearances==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]===
Slowpoke is a Pokéfloat. It initially has its tail curled towards its body but the tail lazily becomes straight and fighting moves there until {{p|Wooper}} appears.

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
*[[Pokémon Channel]]: A Slowpoke is the very slow weatherman.
* {{g|Pinball}}: A Slowpoke appears on the Blue Table, once hit with the pinball, it allows for the [[evolution]] of one of the captured Pokémon.
*{{ga|Pokémon Ranger}}: Slowpoke is [[Murph]]'s partner Pokémon.
*[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]]: Slowpoke and {{p|Slakoth}} are the members of Team Slacker, the zero-motivation exploration team.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|gen=1
|redbluedex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|yellowdex=Incredibly slow and sluggish. It is quite content to loll about without worrying about the time.
|stadiumdex=A dopey Pokémon that remains in a daze except when fishing with its tail. Awake or asleep, there is little difference.
|golddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|silverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|crystaldex=It is always so absent-minded that it won't react, even if its flavorful tail is bitten.
|stadium2dex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|rsdex=Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river. However, this Pokémon often forgets what it's doing and often spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|emeralddex=It catches prey by dipping its tail in water at the side of a river. But it often forgets what it is doing and spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|firereddex=It is always vacantly lost in thought, but no one knows what it is thinking about. It is good at fishing with its tail.
|leafgreendex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|dpptdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
|heartgolddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|soulsilverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|bwdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=Water |
type2=psychic |
gen=1 |
rbrarity=Common |
rbarea=[[Seafoam Islands]] and {{rt|10|Kanto}}, [[Celadon City]], and [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] with [[Fishing#In the games|Super Rod]] |
yrarity=Common |
yarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|12|Kanto}} and {{rtn|13|Kanto}} ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) and [[Seafoam Islands]] |
gsrarity=Common |
gsarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
crarity=Common |
carea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
gen3ex=frlg |
frlgrarity=Common |
frlgarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|4|Kanto}}, {{rtn|10|Kanto}}, {{rtn|11|Kanto}}, {{rtn|12|Kanto}}, {{rtn|13|Kanto}}, {{rtn|14|Kanto}}, {{rtn|19|Kanto}}, {{rtn|20|Kanto}}, {{rtn|21|Kanto}}, {{rtn|24|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|25|Kanto}}, [[Fuchsia City]], [[Vermilion City]], [[Viridian City]], [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]], {{OBP|One Island|town}}, {{OBP|Two Island|town}}, {{OBP|Three Island|town}}, {{OBP|Four Island|town}}, {{OBP|Five Island|town}}, {{OBP|Six Island|town}}, and {{OBP|Seven Island|town}} |
frlgex=leafgreen|
gen4ex=pearl|
dprarity=Rare |
dparea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
ptrarity=Rare |
ptarea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
palarea=Pond |
hgssrarity= Rare |
hgssarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
walkarea={{pw|Beautiful Beach}}|
bwarea=[[Abundant Shrine]]|
bwrarity=Uncommon (Surf) Common (Rippling Water)|
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|snap=[[Pokémon Island River|River]]
|channel=Upgrade binder
|pinball=[[Rock Tunnel|Rock Mountain]] [[Seafoam Islands]]
|trozei=[[Secret Storage 7]] [[Huge Storage 2]] Endless Level 20 [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=[[Stormy Sea]] (11F-19F) [[Silver Trench]] (6F-14F) [[Grand Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Far-off Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Marvelous Sea]] (B6-B14) [[Fantasy Strait]] (B6-B14)
|ranger=[[Kisara Plains]]
|md2=[[Lake Afar]] (B1-B24)
|scramble=[[Rocky Cave]]
|pokepark=[[Beach Zone]]
}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=water|type2=psychic
|rby1=Berry|rby1type=Berries (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
|gsc1=King's Rock|gsc1type=Evolution-inducing held item|gsc1rar=8
|dppt1=Lagging Tail|dppt1type=In-battle effect item|dppt1rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 90 |
Attack= 65 |
Defense=65 |
Special=40 |
SpAtk= 40 |
SpDef= 40 |
Speed= 15 |
type=Water |
type2=Psychic }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Water
|type2=Psychic
|Speed=1
|SpeedMax=1
|Power=2
|PowerMax=2
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=4
|StaminaMax=5
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=2
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=water|
type2=psychic|
Normal= 100 |
Flying= 100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Ground= 100 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 200 |
Poison= 100 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 50 |
Water= 50 |
Grass= 200 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 50 |
Ice= 50 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |

notes=yes|
gen1psychic=yes|
oldghost=0}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Yawn|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35||}}
{{learnlist/level5|5|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40||}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Water Gun|Water|Special|40|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|14|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|23|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|28|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|32|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|36|Slack Off|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|41|Amnesia|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|45|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|58|Heal Pulse|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM03|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM04|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM07|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|95|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|120|70|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM19|Telekinesis|Psychic|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM38|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|120|85|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM55|Scald|Water|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM59|Incinerate|Fire|Special|30|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM86|Grass Knot|Grass|Special|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM92|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM03|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM06|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|060|Poliwag}}{{MSP|061|Poliwhirl}}{{MSP|062|Poliwrath}}{{MSP|186|Politoed}}{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}|Belly Drum|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|131|Lapras}}{{MSP|183|Marill}}{{MSP|184|Azumarill}}{{MSP|225|Delibird}}|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|100|100|10|||*|'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}|Me First|Normal|Status|—|—|20|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|194|Wooper}}{{MSP|195|Quagsire}}{{MSP|258|Mudkip}}{{MSP|259|Marshtomp}}{{MSP|260|Swampert}}{{MSP|369|Relicanth}} {{MSP|422|Shellos}}{{MSP|422E|Shellos}}{{MSP|423|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|423E|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|618|Stunfisk}}|Mud Sport|Ground|Status|—|—|15|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|357|Tropius}}|Stomp|Normal|Physical|65|100|20|Tough|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|363|Spheal}}{{MSP|364|Sealeo}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}|Wonder Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|079|Slowpoke}}{{MSP|080|Slowbro}}{{MSP|199|Slowking}}{{MSP|270|Lotad}} {{MSP|271|Lombre}}{{MSP|272|Ludicolo}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15|Beauty|2||'''}}{{learnlist/breedf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

====By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor5null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
*{{m|Bite}} {{ic|Dark}}

===={{pkmn|Dream World}}-only moves====
{{learnlist/eventh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Brine|Water|Special|65|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/eventf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=water |
type2=psychic |
ndex=079 |
pinball=Catch |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Common |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=12 |
area=Bountiful Sea |
P1=...? ...? |
P2=...? ...! ...? ...! |
P3=...! ...! ...! ...! |
PL=...! ...! Leveled! Up! |
Ranger=yes |
group=Water |
assist=Water |
field=Soak |
fieldpower=1 |
loop=7 |
MinEXP=N/A |
MaxEXP=N/A |
browser=Slowpoke is incredibly lazy. It dozes vacantly, only {{m|yawn}}ing occasionally. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=8.2 |
iq=B |
Pad=You met Slowpoke at the entrance to the [[Beach Zone]]. He's a dedicated player of {{P|Gyarados}}'s Aqua Dash.
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=079
|name1=Slowpoke
|type1-1=Water
|type2-1=Psychic
|evotype1=Level
|level1=37
|sprite2=080
|name2=Slowbro
|type1-2=Water
|type2-2=Psychic
|evotype1a=Trade
|held1a=King's Rock
|sprite2a=199
|name2a=Slowking
|type1-2a=Water
|type2-2a=Psychic}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=water|
type2=psychic|
gen=1|
gender=none|
ndex=079|
name=Slowpoke|
}}

==Trivia==
<div style="float:right">
{|
{{sprite/2/Ja|079}}
|}
</div>
*Slowpoke's original English name was "Slow'''mo'''".
*In the anime, Slowpoke evolves into a Slowbro if a Shellder bites its tail. It will evolve into a Slowking if one bites its head while it has the {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} on it.
*The Japanese and international {{game3|Gold and Silver|Pokémon Silver|s}} have different sprites for Slowpoke, with the Japanese versions having the same striped bellies that Slowbro and Slowking sport. It is unknown why this was changed. However, its striped underside is still partially visible in all of its Gold and Crystal sprites.
*Like {{p|Mantyke}}, Slowpoke evolves when another Pokémon attaches to it (as seen in the anime). However, proximity-based evolution (requiring Mantyke and {{p|Remoraid}} to be in the same party) did not exist in Generation I, so Shellder has no bearing on Slowpoke's evolution.
*Slowpoke is the only Pokémon whose multiple evolutions have different total [[EV yield]]s: it evolves at [[level]] 37 into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 2 ({{p|Slowbro}}), but when traded holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}, it evolves into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 ({{p|Slowking}}). The only other Pokémon with an EV yield of 1 who evolve directly into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 are {{p|Paras}} (evolves into {{p|Parasect}} at [[level]] 24), {{p|Nosepass}} (evolves into {{p|Probopass}} upon gaining a level at [[Mt. Coronet]]), and {{p|Larvesta}} (evolves into {{p|Volcarona}} at level 59).
*Slowpoke's National Dex number is the whole number portion of its weight in pounds. It is one of only two Pokémon with this distinction; the other is {{p|Scyther}}.

===Origin===
Due to its marine nature, shape and association with {{wp|shellfish}}, Slowpoke may be based on various species of {{wp|otter}}s. It may also be based on a {{wp|giant salamander}}.

====Name origin====
A ''slowpoke'' is simply a term for someone who is slow. It can be also a combination of ''slow'' and ''poke'' (an abbreviation of ''Pokémon''). The ''yado'' in ''Yadon'' may be from 宿借り ''yadokari'', {{wp|hermit crab}}. Alternatively, it may also be derived from 宿主 ''yadonushi'', (parasitic) host. Also, 鈍感 ''donkan'' means thickheaded or stolid, and 鈍 ''don'' means slow, dull, or stupid.

==In other languages==
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{| style="{{roundy}}" style="background: #{{water color light}};"
|- align=center
! style="{{roundytl}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr}}" | Name Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of German Pokémon names|German]]
| Flegmon
| Derived from {{wp|Four Temperaments#Phlegmatic|''{{tt|phlegmatisch|phlegmatic}}''}} and ''Monster''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of French Pokémon names|French]]
| Ramoloss
| Probably from ''{{tt|ramolli|soft}}'' and {{tt|''molosse''|big dog}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]
| 야돈 ''Yadon''
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
| 呆呆獸 ''Dāi Dāi Shòu''
| Literally "Slow-witted creature".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小呆獸
| Literally "Little slow-witted creature".
|}
|-
|}
 

==External links==

==Notes==
<references />

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Slowpoke (Pokémon)

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{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=078 | nextnum=080 | prev=Rapidash | next=Slowbro }}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Slowpoke |
jname=ヤドン |
tmname=Yadon |
art=FRLG |
size=160px |
pron=<sc>''slow''-poke</sc> <ref>Barbo, Maria. ''The Official Pokémon Handbook''. Scholastic Publishing, 1999. ISBN 0-439-10397-5</ref> |
ndex=079 |
jdex=080 |
hdex=255 |
fbrow=014 |
typen=2 |
type1=Water |
type2=Psychic |
species=Dopey |
height-ftin=3'11" |
height-m=1.2 |
weight-lbs=79.4 |
weight-kg=36.0 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Oblivious |
ability2=Own Tempo |
abilityd=Regenerator|
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Water 1 |
eggcycles=20 |
evhp=1 |
expyield=99 |
lv100exp=1,000,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Pink |
catchrate=190 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=slowpoke |
generation=1 |
footnotes=}}
'''Slowpoke''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヤドン''' ''Yadon'') is a dual-type {{2t|Water|Psychic}} Pokémon. It first appeared in the [[Generation I]] games.

Slowpoke can evolve into one of two Pokémon: into {{p|Slowbro}} beginning at [[level]] 37, or into {{p|Slowking}} when [[trade]]d holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Slowpoke are large pink creatures which resemble a cross between a salamander and a hippopotamus. Their tails becomes lighter towards the tip, they have curled ears, and have tan muzzles.
====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Slowpoke have unusual tails which drip a sweet-tasting sappy substance. This substance is attractive to many species of fish, and can be used as a lure. Also, if their tail is cut off, it'll grow back quickly. Unfortunately, Slowpoke are extremely stupid, and tend to forget what they are doing.

Unlike most {{type2|Water}} Pokémon, Slowpoke are capable of using {{type2|Fire}} attacks, like {{m|Flamethrower}}.

===Behavior===
Slowpoke are amphibious creatures of notoriously dim intellect. They take a long time to respond to outside stimuli, it takes as much as five seconds for it to process pain. Its tail is particularly numb to pain, it takes more than a day for it to feel when it has been bitten on its tail. Although they are generally seen as being extraordinarily stupid, they are very gentle and caring, as well as skilled fishermen. Unfortunately, they are easily distracted and forget what they were doing. Although many view Slowpoke as largely useless creatures, many folktales surround Slowpoke, including the belief that their {{m|yawn}}s cause rain.

===Habitat===
[[Image:Watersedge.gif|right|frame|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Water's-edge Pokémon}}]]
Slowpoke are commonly found at the water's edge. Their home range includes [[Kanto]], [[Johto]], and occasionally [[Sinnoh]].

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}
Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river.

==In the anime==
[[File:EP260.png|200px|right|thumb|Slowpoke in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
Slowpoke's first major role was in ''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]''. Ash and {{ashfr|co.}} asked for the help of [[Professor Westwood V]] to help figure out why Slowpoke only evolved into Slowbro when a {{p|Shellder}} {{m|clamp}}ed on its tail (a question that was giving {{an|Professor Oak}} a headache). Westwood's Slowpoke evolved when a Shellder that [[Jessie]] caught clamped on to the Dopey Pokémon's tail.

''[[EP142|A Shadow of a Drought]]'' revealed that [[Azalea Town]] considers Slowpoke sacred due to legends claiming that Slowpoke's {{m|yawn}}ing can summon rain.

''[[EP244|Enlighten Up!]]'' introduced practitioners of a religion similar to {{wp|Buddhism}} that see Slowpoke's empty head as a sign of enlightenment and worship by meditating along with Slowpoke and Slowbro.

A group of Slowpoke were trying to reach a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} to evolve into Slowking in ''[[EP260|A Crowning Achievement]]''. One finally succeeded at the end.

===Minor appearances===
Slowpoke's first appearance was a brief one in ''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]''. {{Ash}}'s Pokémon asked it for help, but it didn't respond. It evolved into a Slowbro at the very end of the episode.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP066|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. No one can tell when a Slowpoke is thinking, if it ever does think. Its specialty is [[fishing]] with its tail.}}
|}
{|align="center" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemedark|Kanto}}"
|-
| text align="right" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemelight|Kanto}}; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 10px; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 10px;" | '''Original series entries continue below.'''
|}
|}
{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP244|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. Slowpoke is always lost in thought though no one knows what it is pondering.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Johto}}

==In the manga==
===In the Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
{{OBP|Ash Ketchum|EToP|Ash}} captures a {{pkmn2|giant}} Slowpoke in the {{pkmn|manga}} series [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]. He later trades it to [[Gary Oak]] for a photo of his sister, [[Daisy Oak|May Oak]].

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
A Slowpoke appears under the control of [[Team Rocket]] in ''[[PS056|The Coming of Slowpoke (Eventually)]]''.

A {{tc|Swimmer}} lent his Slowpoke to {{adv|Yellow}} to compete in a surfing contest that was interrupted by [[Lance]]'s attack on [[Vermilion City]].

In ''[[PS101|Teddiursa's Picnic]]'', a herd of Slowpoke in [[Azalea Town]] had their tails cut off by [[Team Rocket]], causing the [[Slowpoke Well]] to stop providing water. {{adv|Gold}} proceeds to tire one out with his {{p|Aipom}}, prompting it to yawn and therefore cause the well to start flowing again.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Slowpoke (TCG)}}

==Other appearances==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]===
Slowpoke is a Pokéfloat. It initially has its tail curled towards its body but the tail lazily becomes straight and fighting moves there until {{p|Wooper}} appears.

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
*[[Pokémon Channel]]: A Slowpoke is the very slow weatherman.
* {{g|Pinball}}: A Slowpoke appears on the Blue Table, once hit with the pinball, it allows for the [[evolution]] of one of the captured Pokémon.
*{{ga|Pokémon Ranger}}: Slowpoke is [[Murph]]'s partner Pokémon.
*[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]]: Slowpoke and {{p|Slakoth}} are the members of Team Slacker, the zero-motivation exploration team.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|gen=1
|redbluedex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|yellowdex=Incredibly slow and sluggish. It is quite content to loll about without worrying about the time.
|stadiumdex=A dopey Pokémon that remains in a daze except when fishing with its tail. Awake or asleep, there is little difference.
|golddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|silverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|crystaldex=It is always so absent-minded that it won't react, even if its flavorful tail is bitten.
|stadium2dex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|rsdex=Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river. However, this Pokémon often forgets what it's doing and often spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|emeralddex=It catches prey by dipping its tail in water at the side of a river. But it often forgets what it is doing and spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|firereddex=It is always vacantly lost in thought, but no one knows what it is thinking about. It is good at fishing with its tail.
|leafgreendex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|dpptdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
|heartgolddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|soulsilverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|bwdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=Water |
type2=psychic |
gen=1 |
rbrarity=Common |
rbarea=[[Seafoam Islands]] and {{rt|10|Kanto}}, [[Celadon City]], and [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] with [[Fishing#In the games|Super Rod]] |
yrarity=Common |
yarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|12|Kanto}} and {{rtn|13|Kanto}} ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) and [[Seafoam Islands]] |
gsrarity=Common |
gsarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
crarity=Common |
carea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
gen3ex=frlg |
frlgrarity=Common |
frlgarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|4|Kanto}}, {{rtn|10|Kanto}}, {{rtn|11|Kanto}}, {{rtn|12|Kanto}}, {{rtn|13|Kanto}}, {{rtn|14|Kanto}}, {{rtn|19|Kanto}}, {{rtn|20|Kanto}}, {{rtn|21|Kanto}}, {{rtn|24|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|25|Kanto}}, [[Fuchsia City]], [[Vermilion City]], [[Viridian City]], [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]], {{OBP|One Island|town}}, {{OBP|Two Island|town}}, {{OBP|Three Island|town}}, {{OBP|Four Island|town}}, {{OBP|Five Island|town}}, {{OBP|Six Island|town}}, and {{OBP|Seven Island|town}} |
frlgex=leafgreen|
gen4ex=pearl|
dprarity=Rare |
dparea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
ptrarity=Rare |
ptarea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
palarea=Pond |
hgssrarity= Rare |
hgssarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
walkarea={{pw|Beautiful Beach}}|
bwarea=[[Abundant Shrine]]|
bwrarity=Uncommon (Surf) Common (Rippling Water)|
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|snap=[[Pokémon Island River|River]]
|channel=Upgrade binder
|pinball=[[Rock Tunnel|Rock Mountain]] [[Seafoam Islands]]
|trozei=[[Secret Storage 7]] [[Huge Storage 2]] Endless Level 20 [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=[[Stormy Sea]] (11F-19F) [[Silver Trench]] (6F-14F) [[Grand Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Far-off Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Marvelous Sea]] (B6-B14) [[Fantasy Strait]] (B6-B14)
|ranger=[[Kisara Plains]]
|md2=[[Lake Afar]] (B1-B24)
|scramble=[[Rocky Cave]]
|pokepark=[[Beach Zone]]
}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=water|type2=psychic
|rby1=Berry|rby1type=Berries (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
|gsc1=King's Rock|gsc1type=Evolution-inducing held item|gsc1rar=8
|dppt1=Lagging Tail|dppt1type=In-battle effect item|dppt1rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 90 |
Attack= 65 |
Defense=65 |
Special=40 |
SpAtk= 40 |
SpDef= 40 |
Speed= 15 |
type=Water |
type2=Psychic }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Water
|type2=Psychic
|Speed=1
|SpeedMax=1
|Power=2
|PowerMax=2
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=4
|StaminaMax=5
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=2
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=water|
type2=psychic|
Normal= 100 |
Flying= 100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Ground= 100 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 200 |
Poison= 100 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 50 |
Water= 50 |
Grass= 200 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 50 |
Ice= 50 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |

notes=yes|
gen1psychic=yes|
oldghost=0}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Yawn|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35||}}
{{learnlist/level5|5|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40||}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Water Gun|Water|Special|40|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|14|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|23|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|28|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|32|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|36|Slack Off|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|41|Amnesia|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|45|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|58|Heal Pulse|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM03|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM04|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM07|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|95|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|120|70|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM19|Telekinesis|Psychic|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM38|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|120|85|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM55|Scald|Water|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM59|Incinerate|Fire|Special|30|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM86|Grass Knot|Grass|Special|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM92|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM03|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM06|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|060|Poliwag}}{{MSP|061|Poliwhirl}}{{MSP|062|Poliwrath}}{{MSP|186|Politoed}}{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}|Belly Drum|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|131|Lapras}}{{MSP|183|Marill}}{{MSP|184|Azumarill}}{{MSP|225|Delibird}}|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|100|100|10|||*|'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}|Me First|Normal|Status|—|—|20|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|194|Wooper}}{{MSP|195|Quagsire}}{{MSP|258|Mudkip}}{{MSP|259|Marshtomp}}{{MSP|260|Swampert}}{{MSP|369|Relicanth}} {{MSP|422|Shellos}}{{MSP|422E|Shellos}}{{MSP|423|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|423E|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|618|Stunfisk}}|Mud Sport|Ground|Status|—|—|15|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|357|Tropius}}|Stomp|Normal|Physical|65|100|20|Tough|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|363|Spheal}}{{MSP|364|Sealeo}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}|Wonder Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|079|Slowpoke}}{{MSP|080|Slowbro}}{{MSP|199|Slowking}}{{MSP|270|Lotad}} {{MSP|271|Lombre}}{{MSP|272|Ludicolo}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15|Beauty|2||'''}}{{learnlist/breedf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

====By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor5null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
*{{m|Bite}} {{ic|Dark}}

===={{pkmn|Dream World}}-only moves====
{{learnlist/eventh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Brine|Water|Special|65|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/eventf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=water |
type2=psychic |
ndex=079 |
pinball=Catch |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Common |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=12 |
area=Bountiful Sea |
P1=...? ...? |
P2=...? ...! ...? ...! |
P3=...! ...! ...! ...! |
PL=...! ...! Leveled! Up! |
Ranger=yes |
group=Water |
assist=Water |
field=Soak |
fieldpower=1 |
loop=7 |
MinEXP=N/A |
MaxEXP=N/A |
browser=Slowpoke is incredibly lazy. It dozes vacantly, only {{m|yawn}}ing occasionally. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=8.2 |
iq=B |
Pad=You met Slowpoke at the entrance to the [[Beach Zone]]. He's a dedicated player of {{P|Gyarados}}'s Aqua Dash.
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=079
|name1=Slowpoke
|type1-1=Water
|type2-1=Psychic
|evotype1=Level
|level1=37
|sprite2=080
|name2=Slowbro
|type1-2=Water
|type2-2=Psychic
|evotype1a=Trade
|held1a=King's Rock
|sprite2a=199
|name2a=Slowking
|type1-2a=Water
|type2-2a=Psychic}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=water|
type2=psychic|
gen=1|
gender=none|
ndex=079|
name=Slowpoke|
}}

==Trivia==
<div style="float:right">
{|
{{sprite/2/Ja|079}}
|}
</div>
*Slowpoke's original English name was "Slow'''mo'''".
*In the anime, Slowpoke evolves into a Slowbro if a Shellder bites its tail. It will evolve into a Slowking if one bites its head while it has the {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} on it.
*The Japanese and international {{game3|Gold and Silver|Pokémon Silver|s}} have different sprites for Slowpoke, with the Japanese versions having the same striped bellies that Slowbro and Slowking sport. It is unknown why this was changed. However, its striped underside is still partially visible in all of its Gold and Crystal sprites.
*Like {{p|Mantyke}}, Slowpoke evolves when another Pokémon attaches to it (as seen in the anime). However, proximity-based evolution (requiring Mantyke and {{p|Remoraid}} to be in the same party) did not exist in Generation I, so Shellder has no bearing on Slowpoke's evolution.
*Slowpoke is the only Pokémon whose multiple evolutions have different total [[EV yield]]s: it evolves at [[level]] 37 into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 2 ({{p|Slowbro}}), but when traded holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}, it evolves into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 ({{p|Slowking}}). The only other Pokémon with an EV yield of 1 who evolve directly into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 are {{p|Paras}} (evolves into {{p|Parasect}} at [[level]] 24), {{p|Nosepass}} (evolves into {{p|Probopass}} upon gaining a level at [[Mt. Coronet]]), and {{p|Larvesta}} (evolves into {{p|Volcarona}} at level 59).
*Slowpoke's National Dex number is the whole number portion of its weight in pounds. It is one of only two Pokémon with this distinction; the other is {{p|Scyther}}.

===Origin===
Due to its marine nature, shape and association with {{wp|shellfish}}, Slowpoke may be based on a {{wp|giant otter}}. It may also be based on a {{wp|giant salamander}}.

====Name origin====
A ''slowpoke'' is simply a term for someone who is slow. It can be also a combination of ''slow'' and ''poke'' (an abbreviation of ''Pokémon''). The ''yado'' in ''Yadon'' may be from 宿借り ''yadokari'', {{wp|hermit crab}}. Alternatively, it may also be derived from 宿主 ''yadonushi'', (parasitic) host. Also, 鈍感 ''donkan'' means thickheaded or stolid, and 鈍 ''don'' means slow, dull, or stupid.

==In other languages==
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{| style="{{roundy}}" style="background: #{{water color light}};"
|- align=center
! style="{{roundytl}}" | Language
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! style="{{roundytr}}" | Name Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of German Pokémon names|German]]
| Flegmon
| Derived from {{wp|Four Temperaments#Phlegmatic|''{{tt|phlegmatisch|phlegmatic}}''}} and ''Monster''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of French Pokémon names|French]]
| Ramoloss
| Probably from ''{{tt|ramolli|soft}}'' and {{tt|''molosse''|big dog}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]
| 야돈 ''Yadon''
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
| 呆呆獸 ''Dāi Dāi Shòu''
| Literally "Slow-witted creature".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小呆獸
| Literally "Little slow-witted creature".
|}
|-
|}
 

==External links==

==Notes==
<references />

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Slowpoke (Pokémon)

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{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=078 | nextnum=080 | prev=Rapidash | next=Slowbro }}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Slowpoke |
jname=ヤドン |
tmname=Yadon |
art=FRLG |
size=160px |
pron=<sc>''slow''-poke</sc> <ref>Barbo, Maria. ''The Official Pokémon Handbook''. Scholastic Publishing, 1999. ISBN 0-439-10397-5</ref> |
ndex=079 |
jdex=080 |
hdex=255 |
fbrow=014 |
typen=2 |
type1=Water |
type2=Psychic |
species=Dopey |
height-ftin=3'11" |
height-m=1.2 |
weight-lbs=79.4 |
weight-kg=36.0 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Oblivious |
ability2=Own Tempo |
abilityd=Regenerator|
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Water 1 |
eggcycles=20 |
evhp=1 |
expyield=99 |
lv100exp=1,000,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Pink |
catchrate=190 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=slowpoke |
generation=1 |
footnotes=}}
'''Slowpoke''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヤドン''' ''Yadon'') is a dual-type {{2t|Water|Psychic}} Pokémon. It first appeared in the [[Generation I]] games.

Slowpoke can evolve into one of two Pokémon: into {{p|Slowbro}} beginning at [[level]] 37, or into {{p|Slowking}} when [[trade]]d holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Slowpoke are large pink creatures which resemble a cross between a salamander and a hippopotamus. Their tails becomes lighter towards the tip, they have curled ears, and have tan muzzles.
====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Slowpoke have unusual tails which drip a sweet-tasting sappy substance. This substance is attractive to many species of fish, and can be used as a lure. Also, if their tail is cut off, it'll grow back quickly. Unfortunately, Slowpoke are extremely stupid, and tend to forget what they are doing.

Unlike most {{type2|Water}} Pokémon, Slowpoke are capable of using {{type2|Fire}} attacks, like {{m|Flamethrower}}.

===Behavior===
Slowpoke are amphibious creatures of notoriously dim intellect. They take a long time to respond to outside stimuli, it takes as much as five seconds for it to process pain. Its tail is particularly numb to pain, it takes more than a day for it to feel when it has been bitten on its tail. Although they are generally seen as being extraordinarily stupid, they are very gentle and caring, as well as skilled fishermen. Unfortunately, they are easily distracted and forget what they were doing. Although many view Slowpoke as largely useless creatures, many folktales surround Slowpoke, including the belief that their {{m|yawn}}s cause rain.

===Habitat===
[[Image:Watersedge.gif|right|frame|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Water's-edge Pokémon}}]]
Slowpoke are commonly found at the water's edge. Their home range includes [[Kanto]], [[Johto]], and occasionally [[Sinnoh]].

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}
Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river.

==In the anime==
[[File:EP260.png|200px|right|thumb|Slowpoke in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
Slowpoke's first major role was in ''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]''. Ash and {{ashfr|co.}} asked for the help of [[Professor Westwood V]] to help figure out why Slowpoke only evolved into Slowbro when a {{p|Shellder}} {{m|clamp}}ed on its tail (a question that was giving {{an|Professor Oak}} a headache). Westwood's Slowpoke evolved when a Shellder that [[Jessie]] caught clamped on to the Dopey Pokémon's tail.

''[[EP142|A Shadow of a Drought]]'' revealed that [[Azalea Town]] considers Slowpoke sacred due to legends claiming that Slowpoke's {{m|yawn}}ing can summon rain.

''[[EP244|Enlighten Up!]]'' introduced practitioners of a religion similar to {{wp|Buddhism}} that see Slowpoke's empty head as a sign of enlightenment and worship by meditating along with Slowpoke and Slowbro.

A group of Slowpoke were trying to reach a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} to evolve into Slowking in ''[[EP260|A Crowning Achievement]]''. One finally succeeded at the end.

===Minor appearances===
Slowpoke's first appearance was a brief one in ''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]''. {{Ash}}'s Pokémon asked it for help, but it didn't respond. It evolved into a Slowbro at the very end of the episode.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP066|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. No one can tell when a Slowpoke is thinking, if it ever does think. Its specialty is [[fishing]] with its tail.}}
|}
{|align="center" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemedark|Kanto}}"
|-
| text align="right" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemelight|Kanto}}; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 10px; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 10px;" | '''Original series entries continue below.'''
|}
|}
{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP244|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. Slowpoke is always lost in thought though no one knows what it is pondering.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Johto}}

==In the manga==
===In the Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
{{OBP|Ash Ketchum|EToP|Ash}} captures a {{pkmn2|giant}} Slowpoke in the {{pkmn|manga}} series [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]. He later trades it to [[Gary Oak]] for a photo of his sister, [[Daisy Oak|May Oak]].

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
A Slowpoke appears under the control of [[Team Rocket]] in ''[[PS056|The Coming of Slowpoke (Eventually)]]''.

A {{tc|Swimmer}} lent his Slowpoke to {{adv|Yellow}} to compete in a surfing contest that was interrupted by [[Lance]]'s attack on [[Vermilion City]].

In ''[[PS101|Teddiursa's Picnic]]'', a herd of Slowpoke in [[Azalea Town]] had their tails cut off by [[Team Rocket]], causing the [[Slowpoke Well]] to stop providing water. {{adv|Gold}} proceeds to tire one out with his {{p|Aipom}}, prompting it to yawn and therefore cause the well to start flowing again.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Slowpoke (TCG)}}

==Other appearances==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]===
Slowpoke is a Pokéfloat. It initially has its tail curled towards its body but the tail lazily becomes straight and fighting moves there until {{p|Wooper}} appears.

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
*[[Pokémon Channel]]: A Slowpoke is the very slow weatherman.
* {{g|Pinball}}: A Slowpoke appears on the Blue Table, once hit with the pinball, it allows for the [[evolution]] of one of the captured Pokémon.
*{{ga|Pokémon Ranger}}: Slowpoke is [[Murph]]'s partner Pokémon.
*[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]]: Slowpoke and {{p|Slakoth}} are the members of Team Slacker, the zero-motivation exploration team.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|gen=1
|redbluedex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|yellowdex=Incredibly slow and sluggish. It is quite content to loll about without worrying about the time.
|stadiumdex=A dopey Pokémon that remains in a daze except when fishing with its tail. Awake or asleep, there is little difference.
|golddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|silverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|crystaldex=It is always so absent-minded that it won't react, even if its flavorful tail is bitten.
|stadium2dex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|rsdex=Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river. However, this Pokémon often forgets what it's doing and often spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|emeralddex=It catches prey by dipping its tail in water at the side of a river. But it often forgets what it is doing and spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|firereddex=It is always vacantly lost in thought, but no one knows what it is thinking about. It is good at fishing with its tail.
|leafgreendex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|dpptdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
|heartgolddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|soulsilverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|bwdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=Water |
type2=psychic |
gen=1 |
rbrarity=Common |
rbarea=[[Seafoam Islands]] and {{rt|10|Kanto}}, [[Celadon City]], and [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] with [[Fishing#In the games|Super Rod]] |
yrarity=Common |
yarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|12|Kanto}} and {{rtn|13|Kanto}} ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) and [[Seafoam Islands]] |
gsrarity=Common |
gsarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
crarity=Common |
carea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
gen3ex=frlg |
frlgrarity=Common |
frlgarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|4|Kanto}}, {{rtn|10|Kanto}}, {{rtn|11|Kanto}}, {{rtn|12|Kanto}}, {{rtn|13|Kanto}}, {{rtn|14|Kanto}}, {{rtn|19|Kanto}}, {{rtn|20|Kanto}}, {{rtn|21|Kanto}}, {{rtn|24|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|25|Kanto}}, [[Fuchsia City]], [[Vermilion City]], [[Viridian City]], [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]], {{OBP|One Island|town}}, {{OBP|Two Island|town}}, {{OBP|Three Island|town}}, {{OBP|Four Island|town}}, {{OBP|Five Island|town}}, {{OBP|Six Island|town}}, and {{OBP|Seven Island|town}} |
frlgex=leafgreen|
gen4ex=pearl|
dprarity=Rare |
dparea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
ptrarity=Rare |
ptarea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
palarea=Pond |
hgssrarity= Rare |
hgssarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
walkarea={{pw|Beautiful Beach}}|
bwarea=[[Abundant Shrine]]|
bwrarity=Uncommon (Surf) Common (Rippling Water)|
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|snap=[[Pokémon Island River|River]]
|channel=Upgrade binder
|pinball=[[Rock Tunnel|Rock Mountain]] [[Seafoam Islands]]
|trozei=[[Secret Storage 7]] [[Huge Storage 2]] Endless Level 20 [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=[[Stormy Sea]] (11F-19F) [[Silver Trench]] (6F-14F) [[Grand Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Far-off Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Marvelous Sea]] (B6-B14) [[Fantasy Strait]] (B6-B14)
|ranger=[[Kisara Plains]]
|md2=[[Lake Afar]] (B1-B24)
|scramble=[[Rocky Cave]]
|pokepark=[[Beach Zone]]
}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=water|type2=psychic
|rby1=Berry|rby1type=Berries (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
|gsc1=King's Rock|gsc1type=Evolution-inducing held item|gsc1rar=8
|dppt1=Lagging Tail|dppt1type=In-battle effect item|dppt1rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 90 |
Attack= 65 |
Defense=65 |
Special=40 |
SpAtk= 40 |
SpDef= 40 |
Speed= 15 |
type=Water |
type2=Psychic }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Water
|type2=Psychic
|Speed=1
|SpeedMax=1
|Power=2
|PowerMax=2
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=4
|StaminaMax=5
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=2
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=water|
type2=psychic|
Normal= 100 |
Flying= 100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Ground= 100 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 200 |
Poison= 100 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 50 |
Water= 50 |
Grass= 200 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 50 |
Ice= 50 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |

notes=yes|
gen1psychic=yes|
oldghost=0}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Yawn|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35||}}
{{learnlist/level5|5|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40||}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Water Gun|Water|Special|40|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|14|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|23|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|28|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|32|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|36|Slack Off|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|41|Amnesia|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|45|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|58|Heal Pulse|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM03|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM04|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM07|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|95|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|120|70|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM19|Telekinesis|Psychic|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM38|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|120|85|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM55|Scald|Water|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM59|Incinerate|Fire|Special|30|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM86|Grass Knot|Grass|Special|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM92|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM03|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM06|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|060|Poliwag}}{{MSP|061|Poliwhirl}}{{MSP|062|Poliwrath}}{{MSP|186|Politoed}}{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}|Belly Drum|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|131|Lapras}}{{MSP|183|Marill}}{{MSP|184|Azumarill}}{{MSP|225|Delibird}}|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|100|100|10|||*|'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}|Me First|Normal|Status|—|—|20|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|194|Wooper}}{{MSP|195|Quagsire}}{{MSP|258|Mudkip}}{{MSP|259|Marshtomp}}{{MSP|260|Swampert}}{{MSP|369|Relicanth}} {{MSP|422|Shellos}}{{MSP|422E|Shellos}}{{MSP|423|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|423E|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|618|Stunfisk}}|Mud Sport|Ground|Status|—|—|15|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|357|Tropius}}|Stomp|Normal|Physical|65|100|20|Tough|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|363|Spheal}}{{MSP|364|Sealeo}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}|Wonder Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|079|Slowpoke}}{{MSP|080|Slowbro}}{{MSP|199|Slowking}}{{MSP|270|Lotad}} {{MSP|271|Lombre}}{{MSP|272|Ludicolo}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15|Beauty|2||'''}}{{learnlist/breedf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

====By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor5null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
*{{m|Bite}} {{ic|Dark}}

===={{pkmn|Dream World}}-only moves====
{{learnlist/eventh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Brine|Water|Special|65|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/eventf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=water |
type2=psychic |
ndex=079 |
pinball=Catch |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Common |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=12 |
area=Bountiful Sea |
P1=...? ...? |
P2=...? ...! ...? ...! |
P3=...! ...! ...! ...! |
PL=...! ...! Leveled! Up! |
Ranger=yes |
group=Water |
assist=Water |
field=Soak |
fieldpower=1 |
loop=7 |
MinEXP=N/A |
MaxEXP=N/A |
browser=Slowpoke is incredibly lazy. It dozes vacantly, only {{m|yawn}}ing occasionally. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=8.2 |
iq=B |
Pad=You met Slowpoke at the entrance to the [[Beach Zone]]. He's a dedicated player of {{P|Gyarados}}'s Aqua Dash.
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=079
|name1=Slowpoke
|type1-1=Water
|type2-1=Psychic
|evotype1=Level
|level1=37
|sprite2=080
|name2=Slowbro
|type1-2=Water
|type2-2=Psychic
|evotype1a=Trade
|held1a=King's Rock
|sprite2a=199
|name2a=Slowking
|type1-2a=Water
|type2-2a=Psychic}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=water|
type2=psychic|
gen=1|
gender=none|
ndex=079|
name=Slowpoke|
}}

==Trivia==
<div style="float:right">
{|
{{sprite/2/Ja|079}}
|}
</div>
*Slowpoke's original English name was "Slow'''mo'''".
*In the anime, Slowpoke evolves into a Slowbro if a Shellder bites its tail. It will evolve into a Slowking if one bites its head while it has the {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} on it.
*The Japanese and international {{game3|Gold and Silver|Pokémon Silver|s}} have different sprites for Slowpoke, with the Japanese versions having the same striped bellies that Slowbro and Slowking sport. It is unknown why this was changed. However, its striped underside is still partially visible in all of its Gold and Crystal sprites.
*Like {{p|Mantyke}}, Slowpoke evolves when another Pokémon attaches to it (as seen in the anime). However, proximity-based evolution (requiring Mantyke and {{p|Remoraid}} to be in the same party) did not exist in Generation I, so Shellder has no bearing on Slowpoke's evolution.
*Slowpoke is the only Pokémon whose multiple evolutions have different total [[EV yield]]s: it evolves at [[level]] 37 into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 2 ({{p|Slowbro}}), but when traded holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}, it evolves into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 ({{p|Slowking}}). The only other Pokémon with an EV yield of 1 who evolve directly into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 are {{p|Paras}} (evolves into {{p|Parasect}} at [[level]] 24), {{p|Nosepass}} (evolves into {{p|Probopass}} upon gaining a level at [[Mt. Coronet]]), and {{p|Larvesta}} (evolves into {{p|Volcarona}} at level 59).
*Slowpoke's National Dex number is the whole number portion of its weight in pounds. It is one of only two Pokémon with this distinction; the other is {{p|Scyther}}.

===Origin===
Slowpoke appears to be based on a {{wp|giant otter}} due to its marine nature, shape and association with {{wp|shellfish}}. It may also be based on a {{wp|giant salamander}}.

====Name origin====
A ''slowpoke'' is simply a term for someone who is slow. It can be also a combination of ''slow'' and ''poke'' (an abbreviation of ''Pokémon''). The ''yado'' in ''Yadon'' may be from 宿借り ''yadokari'', {{wp|hermit crab}}. Alternatively, it may also be derived from 宿主 ''yadonushi'', (parasitic) host. Also, 鈍感 ''donkan'' means thickheaded or stolid, and 鈍 ''don'' means slow, dull, or stupid.

==In other languages==
{| align="left" style="{{roundy}} border: 3px solid #{{psychic color}}; background: #{{water color}};"
|-
|
{| style="{{roundy}}" style="background: #{{water color light}};"
|- align=center
! style="{{roundytl}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr}}" | Name Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of German Pokémon names|German]]
| Flegmon
| Derived from {{wp|Four Temperaments#Phlegmatic|''{{tt|phlegmatisch|phlegmatic}}''}} and ''Monster''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of French Pokémon names|French]]
| Ramoloss
| Probably from ''{{tt|ramolli|soft}}'' and {{tt|''molosse''|big dog}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]
| 야돈 ''Yadon''
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
| 呆呆獸 ''Dāi Dāi Shòu''
| Literally "Slow-witted creature".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小呆獸
| Literally "Little slow-witted creature".
|}
|-
|}
 

==External links==

==Notes==
<references />

{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=078 | nextnum=080 | prev=Rapidash | next=Slowbro }}
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Slowking (Pokémon)

2011-05-25T22:53:50Z

Slowprobro: /* Origin */

{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=198 | nextnum=200 | prev=Murkrow | next=Misdreavus }}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Slowking |
jname=ヤドキング |
tmname=Yadoking |
art=FRLG |
size=105px |
pron=<sc>''slow''-''king''</sc> |
ndex=199 |
jdex=082 |
hdex=344 |
obrow=268 |
opbrow=188 |
typen=2 |
type1=Water |
type2=Psychic |
species=Royal |
height-ftin=6'07" |
height-m=2.0 |
weight-lbs=175.3 |
weight-kg=79.5 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Oblivious |
ability2=Own Tempo |
abilityd=Regenerator |
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Water 1 |
eggcycles=20 |
evsd=3 |
expyield=164 |
lv100exp=1,000,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Pink |
catchrate=70 |
body=06 |
pokefordex=slowking |
generation=2 |
footnotes=}}
'''Slowking''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヤドキング''' ''Yadoking'') is a dual-type {{2t|Water|Psychic}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolve]]s from {{p|Slowpoke}} when [[trade]]d while holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}. It is one of Slowpoke's two final forms, the other being {{p|Slowbro}}.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Slowking are regular Slowpoke who suffered a peculiar event. The {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} they rarely hold attracts {{p|Shellder}}, and gets bitten on its head instead of its tail. The poison that the Shellder secretes reached Slowpoke's brain, causing it to become extremely intelligent. Upon evolving, the lighter-coloration on the tip of Slowpoke’s tail disappeared. Like {{p|Slowbro}}, Slowking also has a scaled underbelly, if lower in position compared to Slowbro’s.

In appearance, Slowking looks much like a bipedal Slowpoke with its Shellder resembling a crown, although the shape of Slowking's eyes and the scales on its belly cause it to differ from its pre-evolution. There is a small red gem on the upper part of the "crown". Slowking also somehow gains a red and white ruff around its neck to emphasize its "regality."

====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Due to the way Shellder's poison reacted with its brain, Slowking possess an amazing intelligence, to the point that it can match that of a human's and can understand and speak the human language. They can plan situations with effective results. Every time Slowking yawns, Shellder injects more poison into it, making it even more intelligent.

Slowking has a weaker Defense stat than Slowbro's, as a trade-off to having strong Special Defense. Slowking can use {{m|Nasty Plot}} and the rarely seen {{m|Trump Card}} attack while being unable to learn {{m|Slack Off}} and {{m|Amnesia}} on its own (those two moves would have to come from the Slowpoke it evolved from).

===Behavior===
Because Slowking is much more intelligent than {{p|Slowpoke}} or {{p|Slowbro}}, wild Slowking must lead colonies of wild Slowpoke and Slowbro in times of crisis. According to [[The Complete Pokémon Pocket Guide]], it has such an easy-going personality that it never gets stressed.

===Habitat===
[[File:Watersedge.gif|right|frame|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Water's-edge Pokémon}}]]
Slowking lives with the Slowpoke and Slowbro at their paradise to lead them.

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}
It is very likely that Slowking is a carnivore, like Slowpoke and Slowbro, and feeds on river fish. However, in [[Slowking's Day]], Slowking was shown eating seaweed and drinking coconut milk.

==In the anime==
[[File:Talking Slowking.png|200px|right|thumb|215px|A Slowking in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
====''[[Slowking's Day]]''====
Slowking first appeared in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]''. This {{pkmn2|talking}} Slowking gave {{Ash}} advice on where to find the orbs. This same Slowking made another appearance in a special episode called ''Slowking's Day'' that showed what he does on a daily basis.

====Other====
A Slowking belonging to [[Conway]] appeared in ''[[DP050|Tag! We're It...!]]''. It reappeared in ''[[DP089|Up Close and Personable!]]''.

===Minor appearances===
A group of Slowpoke were trying to reach a [[King's Rock]] to evolve to Slowking in ''[[EP260|A Crowning Achievement]]''. One finally succeeded at the end.

A Slowking appeared in {{AP|Larvitar}} and {{p|Unown}}'s vision in the episode ''[[EP263|Address Unown]]''. As all the Pokémon in this vision were seen recently, it is possibly the same one that appeared three episodes beforehand.

A Slowking appeared in the opening scenes of ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP260|Slowking|Ash's Pokédex|Slowking, the Royal Pokémon. Slowking possess great knowledge and inspiration, and are known for maintaining a level head in any circumstances.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Johto}}
{{Animedexheader|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexbody|DP050|Slowking|Dawn's Pokédex|Slowking, the Royal Pokémon. It has tremendous intelligence and intuition. No matter what the situation, {{a|Own Tempo|it stays calm and collected}}.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Diamond & Pearl''|Sinnoh}}

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
A hint of Slowking's existence first appeared in {{PAV|7}}, while [[Lorelei]] was musing on {{p|Slowbro}}'s enhanced abilities after it had been bitten by {{p|Shellder}}. She remarked that {{p|Slowpoke}} would likely have further improved abilities if it was bitten on its head.

However, Slowking's proper debut was in {{PAV|13}}, under the ownership of [[Sham]]. It was able to use its {{m|Snore}} alongside [[Carl]]'s {{p|Magcargo}} to attack even when asleep. However, a double {{m|Giga Drain}} defeated them both.

Slowking appeared once more under the ownership of Lorelei herself in {{PAV|23}}, and was used to escape the [[Icefall Cave]] when [[Carr]] detonated his {{p|Forretress}}, as well as to battle [[Sird]].

==In the TCG==
{{main|Slowking (TCG)}}

==Game data==
 
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|gen=2
|golddex=It has incredible intellect and intuition. Whatever the situation, it remains calm and collected.
|silverdex=When its head was bitten, toxins entered {{p|Slowpoke}}'s head and unlocked an extraordinary power.
|crystaldex=Every time it {{m|yawn}}s, {{p|Shellder}} injects more poison into it. The poison makes it more intelligent.
|stadium2dex=It has incredible intellect and intuition. Whatever the situation, it remains calm and collected.
|rsdex=Slowking undertakes research every day in an effort to solve the mysteries of the world. However, this Pokémon apparently forgets everything it has learned if the Shellder on its head comes off.
|emeralddex=It undertakes research every day to solve the mysteries of the {{pkmn|world}}. However, it apparently forgets everything if the Shellder on its head comes off.
|firereddex=When its head was bitten, toxins entered Slowpoke's head and unlocked an extraordinary power.
|leafgreendex=It has incredible intellect and intuition. Whatever the situation, it remains calm and collected.
|dpptdex=Being bitten by Shellder gave it intelligence comparable to that of award-winning scientists.
|heartgolddex=It has incredible intellect and intuition. Whatever the situation, it remains calm and collected.
|soulsilverdex=When its head was bitten, toxins entered Slowpoke's head and unlocked an extraordinary power.
|bwdex=Being bitten by Shellder gave it intelligence comparable to that of award-winning scientists.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability |
gen=2 |
type=water |
type2=psychic |
gsarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Slowpoke}} |
carea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Slowpoke}} |
gen3ex=frlg|
frlgarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Slowpoke}} |
gen4ex=pearl |
dparea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Slowpoke}} |
ptarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Slowpoke}} |
hgssarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Slowpoke}} |
palarea=Pond |
bwarea=[[Abundant Shrine]] ({{m|Surf}}ing spots)|
bwrarity=Rare|
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|trozei=Endless Level 65 Forever Level 16 Pair Trozei [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=Evolve from {{p|Slowpoke}}
|md2=[[Surrounded Sea]] (B1-B20) [[Miracle Sea]] (B1-B18) [[Deep Miracle Sea]] (B1-B4) [[Bottomless Sea]] (B1-B49)
|ranger3=[[Oblivia Ruins]] [[Dark Temple]]
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats|
type=water|
type2=psychic|
HP= 95 |
Attack= 75 |
Defense=80 |
SpAtk= 100 |
SpDef= 110 |
Speed= 30 }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Water
|type2=Psychic
|Speed=2
|SpeedMax=3
|Power=2
|PowerMax=3
|Technique=5
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=2
|StaminaMax=3
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=water|
type2=psychic|
Normal= 100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Flying= 100 |
Poison= 100 |
Ground= 100 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 200 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 50 |
Water= 50 |
Grass= 200 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 50 |
Ice= 50 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 }}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Slowking|Water|Psychic|5|2}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Power Gem|Rock|Special|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Yawn|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35}}
{{learnlist/level5|5|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Water Gun|Water|Special|40|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|14|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|23|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level5|28|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|32|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|36|Nasty Plot|Dark|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|41|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15}}
{{learnlist/level5|45|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Trump Card|Normal|Special|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level5|58|Heal Pulse|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Slowking|Water|Psychic|5|2}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Slowking|Water|Psychic|5|2}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM03|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM04|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM07|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|95|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|120|70|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM19|Telekinesis|Psychic|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM31|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM38|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|120|85|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM52|Focus Blast|Fighting|Special|120|70|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM55|Scald|Water|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM56|Fling|Dark|Physical|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM59|Incinerate|Fire|Special|30|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM60|Quash|Dark|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM82|Dragon Tail|Dragon|Physical|60|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM86|Grass Knot|Grass|Special|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM92|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM94|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM03|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM06|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Slowking|Water|Psychic|5|2}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Slowking|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|060|Poliwag}}{{MSP|061|Poliwhirl}}{{MSP|062|Poliwrath}}{{MSP|186|Politoed}}{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}|Belly Drum|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|131|Lapras}}{{MSP|183|Marill}}{{MSP|184|Azumarill}}{{MSP|225|Delibird}}|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|100|100|10|||*|'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}|Me First|Normal|Status|—|—|20|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|194|Wooper}}{{MSP|195|Quagsire}}{{MSP|258|Mudkip}}{{MSP|259|Marshtomp}}{{MSP|260|Swampert}}{{MSP|369|Relicanth}} {{MSP|422|Shellos}}{{MSP|422E|Shellos}}{{MSP|423|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|423E|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|618|Stunfisk}}|Mud Sport|Ground|Status|—|—|15|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|357|Tropius}}|Stomp|Normal|Physical|65|100|20|Tough|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|363|Spheal}}{{MSP|364|Sealeo}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}|Wonder Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|079|Slowpoke}}{{MSP|080|Slowbro}}{{MSP|199|Slowking}}{{MSP|270|Lotad}} {{MSP|271|Lombre}}{{MSP|272|Ludicolo}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15|Beauty|2||'''}}{{learnlist/breedf|Slowking|water|psychic|5|1}}

====By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Slowking|water|psychic|5|2}}
{{learnlist/tutor5null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Slowking|water|psychic|5|2}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{Learnlist/prevoh|Slowking|Water|Psychic|5|2}}
{{Learnlist/prevo5|079|Slowpoke|||||Slack Off|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{Learnlist/prevo5|079|Slowpoke|||||Amnesia|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{Learnlist/prevo5|079|Slowpoke|d||||Brine|Water|Special|65|100|10|'''}}
{{Learnlist/prevof|Slowking|Water|Psychic|5|2}}

====Special moves====

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=water |
ndex=199 |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=Evolve |
area=Bountiful Sea |
P1=Empty your mind of anxiety, and solutions will come to you. |
P2=Please, be careful. My health has been reduced to half. |
P3=I am weary... The weight of my head forces me down... |
PL=Ah, yes, yes. My level appears to have risen. |
Partner=no |
Ranger=no |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=12 |
iq=B |
Ranger3=yes |
assist3=Psychic |
group3=Psychic |
field3=Teleport |
field3power=- |
browser3=It lets loose psychic orbs that make Pokémon Paused. |
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=079
|name1=Slowpoke
|type1-1=Water
|type2-1=Psychic
|evotype1=Trade
|held1=King's Rock
|sprite2=199
|name2=Slowking
|type1-2=Water
|type2-2=Psychic}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=water|
type2=psychic|
gen=2|
gender=none|
ndex=199|
name=Slowking|
}}

==Trivia==
*In the anime, Slowking is one of the few Pokémon who [[Talking Pokémon|talks]] like a human without telepathy.
*Slowking is the only Pokémon with a [[catch rate]] of 70.
*In the TCG, Slowking's {{TCG|Southern Islands}} card is the only card depicting a Pokémon introduced after [[Generation I]] to have a square evolution box, in Japan only. In English, the Southern Islands collection used the Neo-era designs, which, like all later card layouts, feature a circular evolution box.
*The {{p|Shellder}} of {{p|Slowbro}}'s shiny form is gold, like a shiny Shellder. This is not so for shiny Slowking.
*Despite being Slow'''king''', Slowking can be female. This also occurs with Slowpoke's other evolution, Slowbro, with ''bro'' being short for ''brother''.

===Origin===
Slowking's shell makes it similar to {{wp|hermit crab}}s, though it is physically similar to {{wp|giant otter}}s and {{wp|giant salamanders}}. Its shell "crown" may also be a reference to the mythical {{wp|sazae-oni}}, a magical sea demon of Japanese folklore distinguished by its spiny "sazae" or "turban shaped" snail shell. It is also based on a king, as the growth around its neck is based on a king's {{wp|Ruff (clothing)|ruff}} while its shell is similar to a crown.

====Name origin====
Slowking's name is a combination of ''slow'' and ''king''. Its Japanese name is a combination of 宿主 ''yadonushi'', (parasitic) host, and English ''king''. The ''Yado'' part of Slowking's Japanese name may also refer to 宿借り ''yadokari'', {{wp|hermit crab}}.

==In other languages==
{| align="left" class="roundy" style="border: 3px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{water color}};"
|-
|
{| class="roundy" style="background: #{{water color light}};"
|- align=center
! class="roundytl" | Language
! Name
! class="roundytr" | Name Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of German Pokémon names|German]]
| Laschoking
| From ''{{tt|lasch|lame or lackadaisical}}'' and ''king''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of French Pokémon names|French]]
| Roigada
| From ''{{tt|roi|king}}'' and ''{{tt|flagada|lacking vigor}}''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]
| 야도킹 ''Yadoking''
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| class="roundybl" | [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese (Taiwan)]]
| 河馬王 ''Hé Mǎ Wáng''
| class="roundybr" | "Hippopotamus king".
|}
|-
|}
 

==External links==

{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=198 | nextnum=200 | prev=Murkrow | next=Misdreavus }}
{{Project Pokédex notice}}

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[[es:Slowking]]
[[fr:Roigada]]
[[it:Slowking]]
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[[pl:Slowking]]
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Slowpoke (Pokémon)

2011-05-25T22:49:57Z

Slowprobro: /* Origin */

{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=078 | nextnum=080 | prev=Rapidash | next=Slowbro }}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Slowpoke |
jname=ヤドン |
tmname=Yadon |
art=FRLG |
size=160px |
pron=<sc>''slow''-poke</sc> <ref>Barbo, Maria. ''The Official Pokémon Handbook''. Scholastic Publishing, 1999. ISBN 0-439-10397-5</ref> |
ndex=079 |
jdex=080 |
hdex=255 |
fbrow=014 |
typen=2 |
type1=Water |
type2=Psychic |
species=Dopey |
height-ftin=3'11" |
height-m=1.2 |
weight-lbs=79.4 |
weight-kg=36.0 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Oblivious |
ability2=Own Tempo |
abilityd=Regenerator|
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Water 1 |
eggcycles=20 |
evhp=1 |
expyield=99 |
lv100exp=1,000,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Pink |
catchrate=190 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=slowpoke |
generation=1 |
footnotes=}}
'''Slowpoke''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヤドン''' ''Yadon'') is a dual-type {{2t|Water|Psychic}} Pokémon. It first appeared in the [[Generation I]] games.

Slowpoke can evolve into one of two Pokémon: into {{p|Slowbro}} beginning at [[level]] 37, or into {{p|Slowking}} when [[trade]]d holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Slowpoke are large pink creatures which resemble a cross between a salamander and a hippopotamus. Their tails becomes lighter towards the tip, they have curled ears, and have tan muzzles.
====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Slowpoke have unusual tails which drip a sweet-tasting sappy substance. This substance is attractive to many species of fish, and can be used as a lure. Also, if their tail is cut off, it'll grow back quickly. Unfortunately, Slowpoke are extremely stupid, and tend to forget what they are doing.

Unlike most {{type2|Water}} Pokémon, Slowpoke are capable of using {{type2|Fire}} attacks, like {{m|Flamethrower}}.

===Behavior===
Slowpoke are amphibious creatures of notoriously dim intellect. They take a long time to respond to outside stimuli, it takes as much as five seconds for it to process pain. Its tail is particularly numb to pain, it takes more than a day for it to feel when it has been bitten on its tail. Although they are generally seen as being extraordinarily stupid, they are very gentle and caring, as well as skilled fishermen. Unfortunately, they are easily distracted and forget what they were doing. Although many view Slowpoke as largely useless creatures, many folktales surround Slowpoke, including the belief that their {{m|yawn}}s cause rain.

===Habitat===
[[Image:Watersedge.gif|right|frame|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Water's-edge Pokémon}}]]
Slowpoke are commonly found at the water's edge. Their home range includes [[Kanto]], [[Johto]], and occasionally [[Sinnoh]].

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}
Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river.

==In the anime==
[[File:EP260.png|200px|right|thumb|Slowpoke in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
Slowpoke's first major role was in ''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]''. Ash and {{ashfr|co.}} asked for the help of [[Professor Westwood V]] to help figure out why Slowpoke only evolved into Slowbro when a {{p|Shellder}} {{m|clamp}}ed on its tail (a question that was giving {{an|Professor Oak}} a headache). Westwood's Slowpoke evolved when a Shellder that [[Jessie]] caught clamped on to the Dopey Pokémon's tail.

''[[EP142|A Shadow of a Drought]]'' revealed that [[Azalea Town]] considers Slowpoke sacred due to legends claiming that Slowpoke's {{m|yawn}}ing can summon rain.

''[[EP244|Enlighten Up!]]'' introduced practitioners of a religion similar to {{wp|Buddhism}} that see Slowpoke's empty head as a sign of enlightenment and worship by meditating along with Slowpoke and Slowbro.

A group of Slowpoke were trying to reach a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} to evolve into Slowking in ''[[EP260|A Crowning Achievement]]''. One finally succeeded at the end.

===Minor appearances===
Slowpoke's first appearance was a brief one in ''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]''. {{Ash}}'s Pokémon asked it for help, but it didn't respond. It evolved into a Slowbro at the very end of the episode.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP066|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. No one can tell when a Slowpoke is thinking, if it ever does think. Its specialty is [[fishing]] with its tail.}}
|}
{|align="center" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemedark|Kanto}}"
|-
| text align="right" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemelight|Kanto}}; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 10px; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 10px;" | '''Original series entries continue below.'''
|}
|}
{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP244|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. Slowpoke is always lost in thought though no one knows what it is pondering.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Johto}}

==In the manga==
===In the Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
{{OBP|Ash Ketchum|EToP|Ash}} captures a {{pkmn2|giant}} Slowpoke in the {{pkmn|manga}} series [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]. He later trades it to [[Gary Oak]] for a photo of his sister, [[Daisy Oak|May Oak]].

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
A Slowpoke appears under the control of [[Team Rocket]] in ''[[PS056|The Coming of Slowpoke (Eventually)]]''.

A {{tc|Swimmer}} lent his Slowpoke to {{adv|Yellow}} to compete in a surfing contest that was interrupted by [[Lance]]'s attack on [[Vermilion City]].

In ''[[PS101|Teddiursa's Picnic]]'', a herd of Slowpoke in [[Azalea Town]] had their tails cut off by [[Team Rocket]], causing the [[Slowpoke Well]] to stop providing water. {{adv|Gold}} proceeds to tire one out with his {{p|Aipom}}, prompting it to yawn and therefore cause the well to start flowing again.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Slowpoke (TCG)}}

==Other appearances==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]===
Slowpoke is a Pokéfloat. It initially has its tail curled towards its body but the tail lazily becomes straight and fighting moves there until {{p|Wooper}} appears.

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
*[[Pokémon Channel]]: A Slowpoke is the very slow weatherman.
* {{g|Pinball}}: A Slowpoke appears on the Blue Table, once hit with the pinball, it allows for the [[evolution]] of one of the captured Pokémon.
*{{ga|Pokémon Ranger}}: Slowpoke is [[Murph]]'s partner Pokémon.
*[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]]: Slowpoke and {{p|Slakoth}} are the members of Team Slacker, the zero-motivation exploration team.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|gen=1
|redbluedex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|yellowdex=Incredibly slow and sluggish. It is quite content to loll about without worrying about the time.
|stadiumdex=A dopey Pokémon that remains in a daze except when fishing with its tail. Awake or asleep, there is little difference.
|golddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|silverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|crystaldex=It is always so absent-minded that it won't react, even if its flavorful tail is bitten.
|stadium2dex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|rsdex=Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river. However, this Pokémon often forgets what it's doing and often spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|emeralddex=It catches prey by dipping its tail in water at the side of a river. But it often forgets what it is doing and spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|firereddex=It is always vacantly lost in thought, but no one knows what it is thinking about. It is good at fishing with its tail.
|leafgreendex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|dpptdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
|heartgolddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|soulsilverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|bwdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=Water |
type2=psychic |
gen=1 |
rbrarity=Common |
rbarea=[[Seafoam Islands]] and {{rt|10|Kanto}}, [[Celadon City]], and [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] with [[Fishing#In the games|Super Rod]] |
yrarity=Common |
yarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|12|Kanto}} and {{rtn|13|Kanto}} ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) and [[Seafoam Islands]] |
gsrarity=Common |
gsarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
crarity=Common |
carea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
gen3ex=frlg |
frlgrarity=Common |
frlgarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|4|Kanto}}, {{rtn|10|Kanto}}, {{rtn|11|Kanto}}, {{rtn|12|Kanto}}, {{rtn|13|Kanto}}, {{rtn|14|Kanto}}, {{rtn|19|Kanto}}, {{rtn|20|Kanto}}, {{rtn|21|Kanto}}, {{rtn|24|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|25|Kanto}}, [[Fuchsia City]], [[Vermilion City]], [[Viridian City]], [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]], {{OBP|One Island|town}}, {{OBP|Two Island|town}}, {{OBP|Three Island|town}}, {{OBP|Four Island|town}}, {{OBP|Five Island|town}}, {{OBP|Six Island|town}}, and {{OBP|Seven Island|town}} |
frlgex=leafgreen|
gen4ex=pearl|
dprarity=Rare |
dparea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
ptrarity=Rare |
ptarea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
palarea=Pond |
hgssrarity= Rare |
hgssarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
walkarea={{pw|Beautiful Beach}}|
bwarea=[[Abundant Shrine]]|
bwrarity=Uncommon (Surf) Common (Rippling Water)|
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|snap=[[Pokémon Island River|River]]
|channel=Upgrade binder
|pinball=[[Rock Tunnel|Rock Mountain]] [[Seafoam Islands]]
|trozei=[[Secret Storage 7]] [[Huge Storage 2]] Endless Level 20 [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=[[Stormy Sea]] (11F-19F) [[Silver Trench]] (6F-14F) [[Grand Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Far-off Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Marvelous Sea]] (B6-B14) [[Fantasy Strait]] (B6-B14)
|ranger=[[Kisara Plains]]
|md2=[[Lake Afar]] (B1-B24)
|scramble=[[Rocky Cave]]
|pokepark=[[Beach Zone]]
}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=water|type2=psychic
|rby1=Berry|rby1type=Berries (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
|gsc1=King's Rock|gsc1type=Evolution-inducing held item|gsc1rar=8
|dppt1=Lagging Tail|dppt1type=In-battle effect item|dppt1rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 90 |
Attack= 65 |
Defense=65 |
Special=40 |
SpAtk= 40 |
SpDef= 40 |
Speed= 15 |
type=Water |
type2=Psychic }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Water
|type2=Psychic
|Speed=1
|SpeedMax=1
|Power=2
|PowerMax=2
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=4
|StaminaMax=5
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=2
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=water|
type2=psychic|
Normal= 100 |
Flying= 100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Ground= 100 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 200 |
Poison= 100 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 50 |
Water= 50 |
Grass= 200 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 50 |
Ice= 50 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |

notes=yes|
gen1psychic=yes|
oldghost=0}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Yawn|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35||}}
{{learnlist/level5|5|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40||}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Water Gun|Water|Special|40|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|14|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|23|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|28|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|32|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|36|Slack Off|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|41|Amnesia|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|45|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|58|Heal Pulse|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM03|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM04|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM07|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|95|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|120|70|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM19|Telekinesis|Psychic|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM38|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|120|85|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM55|Scald|Water|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM59|Incinerate|Fire|Special|30|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM86|Grass Knot|Grass|Special|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM92|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM03|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM06|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|060|Poliwag}}{{MSP|061|Poliwhirl}}{{MSP|062|Poliwrath}}{{MSP|186|Politoed}}{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}|Belly Drum|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|131|Lapras}}{{MSP|183|Marill}}{{MSP|184|Azumarill}}{{MSP|225|Delibird}}|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|100|100|10|||*|'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}|Me First|Normal|Status|—|—|20|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|194|Wooper}}{{MSP|195|Quagsire}}{{MSP|258|Mudkip}}{{MSP|259|Marshtomp}}{{MSP|260|Swampert}}{{MSP|369|Relicanth}} {{MSP|422|Shellos}}{{MSP|422E|Shellos}}{{MSP|423|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|423E|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|618|Stunfisk}}|Mud Sport|Ground|Status|—|—|15|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|357|Tropius}}|Stomp|Normal|Physical|65|100|20|Tough|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|363|Spheal}}{{MSP|364|Sealeo}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}|Wonder Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|079|Slowpoke}}{{MSP|080|Slowbro}}{{MSP|199|Slowking}}{{MSP|270|Lotad}} {{MSP|271|Lombre}}{{MSP|272|Ludicolo}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15|Beauty|2||'''}}{{learnlist/breedf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

====By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor5null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
*{{m|Bite}} {{ic|Dark}}

===={{pkmn|Dream World}}-only moves====
{{learnlist/eventh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Brine|Water|Special|65|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/eventf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=water |
type2=psychic |
ndex=079 |
pinball=Catch |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Common |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=12 |
area=Bountiful Sea |
P1=...? ...? |
P2=...? ...! ...? ...! |
P3=...! ...! ...! ...! |
PL=...! ...! Leveled! Up! |
Ranger=yes |
group=Water |
assist=Water |
field=Soak |
fieldpower=1 |
loop=7 |
MinEXP=N/A |
MaxEXP=N/A |
browser=Slowpoke is incredibly lazy. It dozes vacantly, only {{m|yawn}}ing occasionally. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=8.2 |
iq=B |
Pad=You met Slowpoke at the entrance to the [[Beach Zone]]. He's a dedicated player of {{P|Gyarados}}'s Aqua Dash.
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=079
|name1=Slowpoke
|type1-1=Water
|type2-1=Psychic
|evotype1=Level
|level1=37
|sprite2=080
|name2=Slowbro
|type1-2=Water
|type2-2=Psychic
|evotype1a=Trade
|held1a=King's Rock
|sprite2a=199
|name2a=Slowking
|type1-2a=Water
|type2-2a=Psychic}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=water|
type2=psychic|
gen=1|
gender=none|
ndex=079|
name=Slowpoke|
}}

==Trivia==
<div style="float:right">
{|
{{sprite/2/Ja|079}}
|}
</div>
*Slowpoke's original English name was "Slow'''mo'''".
*In the anime, Slowpoke evolves into a Slowbro if a Shellder bites its tail. It will evolve into a Slowking if one bites its head while it has the {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} on it.
*The Japanese and international {{game3|Gold and Silver|Pokémon Silver|s}} have different sprites for Slowpoke, with the Japanese versions having the same striped bellies that Slowbro and Slowking sport. It is unknown why this was changed. However, its striped underside is still partially visible in all of its Gold and Crystal sprites.
*Like {{p|Mantyke}}, Slowpoke evolves when another Pokémon attaches to it (as seen in the anime). However, proximity-based evolution (requiring Mantyke and {{p|Remoraid}} to be in the same party) did not exist in Generation I, so Shellder has no bearing on Slowpoke's evolution.
*Slowpoke is the only Pokémon whose multiple evolutions have different total [[EV yield]]s: it evolves at [[level]] 37 into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 2 ({{p|Slowbro}}), but when traded holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}, it evolves into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 ({{p|Slowking}}). The only other Pokémon with an EV yield of 1 who evolve directly into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 are {{p|Paras}} (evolves into {{p|Parasect}} at [[level]] 24), {{p|Nosepass}} (evolves into {{p|Probopass}} upon gaining a level at [[Mt. Coronet]]), and {{p|Larvesta}} (evolves into {{p|Volcarona}} at level 59).
*Slowpoke's National Dex number is the whole number portion of its weight in pounds. It is one of only two Pokémon with this distinction; the other is {{p|Scyther}}.

===Origin===
Slowpoke appears be based on {{wp|giant salamander}}s and {{wp|giant otter}}s due to its marine nature, shape and association with {{wp|shellfish}}.

====Name origin====
A ''slowpoke'' is simply a term for someone who is slow. It can be also a combination of ''slow'' and ''poke'' (an abbreviation of ''Pokémon''). The ''yado'' in ''Yadon'' may be from 宿借り ''yadokari'', {{wp|hermit crab}}. Alternatively, it may also be derived from 宿主 ''yadonushi'', (parasitic) host. Also, 鈍感 ''donkan'' means thickheaded or stolid, and 鈍 ''don'' means slow, dull, or stupid.

==In other languages==
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|-
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{| style="{{roundy}}" style="background: #{{water color light}};"
|- align=center
! style="{{roundytl}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr}}" | Name Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of German Pokémon names|German]]
| Flegmon
| Derived from {{wp|Four Temperaments#Phlegmatic|''{{tt|phlegmatisch|phlegmatic}}''}} and ''Monster''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of French Pokémon names|French]]
| Ramoloss
| Probably from ''{{tt|ramolli|soft}}'' and {{tt|''molosse''|big dog}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]
| 야돈 ''Yadon''
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
| 呆呆獸 ''Dāi Dāi Shòu''
| Literally "Slow-witted creature".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小呆獸
| Literally "Little slow-witted creature".
|}
|-
|}
 

==External links==

==Notes==
<references />

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Slowbro (Pokémon)

2011-05-25T22:42:05Z

Slowprobro: /* Origin */

{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=079 | nextnum=081 | prev=Slowpoke | next=Magnemite }}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Slowbro |
jname=ヤドラン |
tmname=Yadoran |
art=FRLG |
size=170px |
pron=<sc>''slow''-bro</sc> <ref>Barbo, Maria. ''The Official Pokémon Handbook''. Scholastic Publishing, 1999. ISBN 0-439-10397-5</ref> |
ndex=080 |
jdex=081 |
hdex=256 |
typen=2 |
type1=Water |
type2=Psychic |
species=Hermit Crab |
height-ftin=5'03" |
height-m=1.6 |
weight-lbs=173.1 |
weight-kg=78.5 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Oblivious |
ability2=Own Tempo |
abilityd=Regenerator|
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Water 1 |
eggcycles=20 |
evde=2 |
expyield=164 |
lv100exp=1,000,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Pink |
catchrate=75 |
body=06 |
pokefordex=slowbro |
generation=1 |
footnotes=}}
'''Slowbro''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヤドラン''' ''Yadoran'') is a dual-type {{2t|Water|Psychic}} Pokémon.

It [[Evolution|evolve]]s from {{p|Slowpoke}} starting at [[level]] 37. It is one of {{p|Slowpoke}}'s two final forms, the other being {{p|Slowking}}.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Slowbro are physically slightly different Slowpoke, with a {{p|Shellder}} latched to its tail on a symbiotic, almost parasitic relationship with the Slowbro. The extra weight on its tail turned the Slowpoke bipedal. As a result of carrying this burden, its special abilities were developed greatly. Through the symbiotic relationship, the latched Shellder grows in a spiral shell instead of a bivalve. If for any reason it loses its Shellder, it will result in the Slowbro returning to its former Slowpoke self.

====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Since it cannot fish anymore, it now has to catch prey. It is therefore, slightly faster than an ordinary Slowpoke, and is significantly more powerful. The most notable changes in Slowbro's movepool is the addition of physical fighting moves, such as {{m|Brick Break}}, {{m|Ice Punch}}, and {{m|Seismic Toss}}.

===Behavior===
Used to dozing off at shorelines and lakesides waiting for fish to bite the tip of its tail, the extra burden of a {{p|Shellder}} turned this Pokémon fisher into a hunter, against its own will.

===Habitat===
[[File:Watersedge.gif|right|frame|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Water's-edge Pokémon}}]]
Slowbro tend to live near ponds, lakes, and seashores. The best place to find them is in [[Kanto]] and [[Johto]].

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}
Due to the Shellder on its tail preventing it from fishing, Slowbro grudgingly swims to catch prey instead.

==In the anime==
[[File:Slowbro anime.png|right|thumb|A Slowbro in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
[[Professor Westwood V]] had a Slowbro that evolved from a Slowpoke in ''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]''.

[[Lorelei|Prima]] used a Slowbro to help {{Ash}} get his {{AP|Charizard}} under control in ''[[EP099|The Mandarin Island Miss Match]]''.

A Slowpoke evolved into Slowbro in ''[[EP244|Enlighten Up!]]''.

Several Slowpoke evolve to Slowbro against their will in ''[[EP260|A Crowning Achievement]]''.
 
===Minor appearances===
A Slowpoke that {{Ash}}'s missing Pokémon asked for help evolved at the end of ''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]''.

A Slowbro has appeared in ''[[AG179|May, We Hardly Drew'd Ya!]]'', under the ownership of [[Solidad]].

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP244|Slowbro|Ash's Pokédex|Slowbro, the Hermit Crab Pokémon. Slowbro are able to use powerful {{t|Psychic}} [[Move|attacks]] but generally prefers to avoid conflict.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Johto}}

==In the manga==
[[Lorelei]] uses a Slowbro as part of her team in [[Pokémon Adventures]]. With the {{p|Shellder}} clamped onto its tail, Lorelei explains that her Slowbro has sharpened senses and is capable of looking in all directions, thanks to the extra pair of eyes, allowing it to discover {{adv|Blue}}'s ploy using {{p|Horsea}}.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Slowbro (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|gen=1
|redbluedex=The {{p|Shellder}} that latches onto {{p|Slowpoke}}'s tail is said to feed on the host's leftover scraps.
|yellowdex=Lives lazily by the sea. If the Shellder on its tail comes off, it [[Devolution|becomes a Slowpoke again]].
|stadiumdex=If its tail is bitten by a Shellder, Slowpoke evolves into Slowbro. The Shellder seems to like its crunchy tail.
|golddex=If the tail-biting Shellder is thrown off in a harsh battle, it reverts to being an ordinary Slowpoke.
|silverdex=Naturally dull to begin with, it lost its ability to feel pain due to Shellder's seeping poison.
|crystaldex=An attached Shellder won't let go because of the tasty flavor that oozes out of its tail.
|stadium2dex=If the tail-biting Shellder is thrown off in a harsh battle, it reverts to being an ordinary Slowpoke.
|rsdex=Slowbro's tail has a Shellder firmly attached with a bite. As a result, the tail can't be used for fishing anymore. This causes Slowbro to grudgingly swim and catch prey instead.
|emeralddex=Its tail has a Shellder firmly attached with a bite. As a result, the tail can't be used for fishing anymore. This forces it to reluctantly swim and catch prey.
|firereddex=When a Slowpoke went hunting in the sea, its tail was bitten by a Shellder. That made it evolve into Slowbro.
|leafgreendex=The Shellder that latches onto Slowpoke's tail is said to feed on the host's leftover scraps.
|dpptdex=Though usually dim witted, it seems to become inspired if the Shellder on its tail bites down.
|heartgolddex=If the tail-biting Shellder is thrown off in a harsh battle, it reverts to being an ordinary Slowpoke.
|soulsilverdex=Naturally dull to begin with, it lost its ability to feel pain due to Shellder's seeping poison.
|bwdex=Though usually dim witted, it seems to become inspired if the Shellder on its tail bites down.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=Water |
type2=psychic |
gen=1 |
rbrarity=Uncommon |
rbarea={{rt|23|Kanto}} and [[Cerulean Cave]] with [[Fishing#In the games|Super Rod]] and [[Seafoam Islands]] |
yrarity=Rare |
yarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|12|Kanto}} and {{rtn|13|Kanto}} ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) and [[Seafoam Islands]] |
gsrarity=Rare |
gsarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] |
crarity=Rare |
carea=[[Slowpoke Well]] |
gen3ex=frlg |
frlgrarity=Rare |
frlgarea=[[Cape Brink]], [[Berry Forest]], [[Seafoam Islands]] and [[Cerulean Cave]] |
frlgex=leafgreen |
gen4ex=pearl |
dparea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Slowpoke}} |
ptarea=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Slowpoke}} |
hgssrarity=Rare |
hgssarea=[[Slowpoke Well]], [[Johto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] and [[Seafoam Islands]] |
palarea=Pond |
bwarea=[[Abundant Shrine]] ({{m|Surf}}ing spots)|
bwrarity=Rare|
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|snap=[[Pokémon Island River|River]]
|pinball=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Slowpoke}}
|trozei=[[Secret Storage 18]] [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Slowpoke}}
|md2=[[Surrounded Sea]] (B1-B20) [[Miracle Sea]] (B1-B18) [[Deep Miracle Sea]] (B1-B4) [[Marine Resort]] (B1-B19)
|scramble=[[Rocky Cave]]
}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=water|type2=psychic
|rby1=Gold Leaf|rby1type=Valuable item|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
|gsc1=King's Rock|gsc1type=Evolution-inducing held item|gsc1rar=8
|dppt1=King's Rock|dppt1type=Evolution-inducing held item|dppt1rar=5
|bw1=King's Rock|bw1type=Evolution-inducing held item|bw1rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 95 |
Attack= 75 |
Defense=110 |
SpAtk= 100 |
SpDef= 80 |
Special= 80 |
Speed= 30 |
type=Water |
type2=Psychic }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Water
|type2=Psychic
|Speed=1
|SpeedMax=1
|Power=3
|PowerMax=3
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=5
|StaminaMax=5
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=water|
type2=psychic|
Normal= 100 |
Flying= 100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Ground= 100 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 200 |
Poison= 100 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 50 |
Water= 50 |
Grass= 200 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 50 |
Ice= 50 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |

notes=yes|
gen1psychic=yes|
oldghost=0}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Slowbro|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Yawn|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40||}}
{{learnlist/level5|5|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40||}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Water Gun|Water|Special|40|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|14|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|23|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|28|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|32|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|36|Slack Off|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|37|Withdraw|Water|Status|—|—|40||}}
{{learnlist/level5|43|Amnesia|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|55|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|62|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|68|Heal Pulse|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Slowbro|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Slowbro|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM03|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM04|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM07|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|95|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|120|70|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM19|Telekinesis|Psychic|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM31|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM38|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|120|85|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM52|Focus Blast|Fighting|Special|120|70|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM55|Scald|Water|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM56|Fling|Dark|Physical|—|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM59|Incinerate|Fire|Special|30|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM86|Grass Knot|Grass|Special|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM92|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM94|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM03|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM06|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Slowbro|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Slowbro|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|060|Poliwag}}{{MSP|061|Poliwhirl}}{{MSP|062|Poliwrath}}{{MSP|186|Politoed}}{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}|Belly Drum|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|131|Lapras}}{{MSP|183|Marill}}{{MSP|184|Azumarill}}{{MSP|225|Delibird}}|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|100|100|10|||*|'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}|Me First|Normal|Status|—|—|20|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|194|Wooper}}{{MSP|195|Quagsire}}{{MSP|258|Mudkip}}{{MSP|259|Marshtomp}}{{MSP|260|Swampert}}{{MSP|369|Relicanth}} {{MSP|422|Shellos}}{{MSP|422E|Shellos}}{{MSP|423|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|423E|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|618|Stunfisk}}|Mud Sport|Ground|Status|—|—|15|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|357|Tropius}}|Stomp|Normal|Physical|65|100|20|Tough|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|363|Spheal}}{{MSP|364|Sealeo}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}|Wonder Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|079|Slowpoke}}{{MSP|080|Slowbro}}{{MSP|199|Slowking}}{{MSP|270|Lotad}} {{MSP|271|Lombre}}{{MSP|272|Ludicolo}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15|Beauty|2||'''}}{{learnlist/breedf|Slowbro|water|psychic|5|1}}

====By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Slowbro|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor5null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Slowbro|water|psychic|5|1}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{Learnlist/prevoh|Slowbro|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{Learnlist/prevo5|079|Slowpoke|d||||Brine|Water|Special|65|100|10|'''}}
{{Learnlist/prevof|Slowbro|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
*{{m|Psybeam}} {{ic|Psychic}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=water |
type2=psychic |
ndex=080 |
pinball=Evolve |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Rare |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=Evolve |
area=Bountiful Sea |
P1=......? ......? |
P2=......? ......! ......? ......! |
P3=......! ......! ......! ......! |
PL=...!! ...!! Leveled!! Up!! |
Partner=no |
Ranger=no |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=-12 |
iq=B |
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=079
|name1=Slowpoke
|type1-1=Water
|type2-1=Psychic
|evotype1=Level
|level1=37
|sprite2=080
|name2=Slowbro
|type1-2=Water
|type2-2=Psychic}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=water|
type2=psychic|
gen=1|
gender=none|
ndex=080|
name=Slowbro|
}}

==Trivia==
* Despite it being a commonly known and accepted fact that {{p|Shellder}} triggers the evolution, mentioned in most of its Pokédex entries, Slowbro's evolution from Slowpoke has nothing to do with Shellder in the games, unlike how the evolution of {{p|Mantyke}} requires a {{p|Remoraid}}.
* Slowbro's Pokédex entries state that if the Shellder is removed, it will revert to its Slowpoke form. It is never mentioned what happens to the Shellder afterwards.
** This is the only mentioning of a Pokémon possibly [[devolution|devolving]] anywhere in the Pokémon games, aside from [[Devolution Spray (Base Set 72)|a card]] in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game (game)|game]] [[Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!|versions]] of the {{Trading Card Game}}.
* Many Pokémon are noted to evolve by two or more Pokémon combining, such as {{p|Metang}} being formed by two {{p|Beldum}}. However, the {{pkmn|anime}} does not show this and simply spawns the second Pokémon out of nowhere: an example is [[Morrison's Metang|Morrison's Beldum]], which simply evolved into Metang without the need of joining to another Beldum. The evolution of Slowpoke into Slowbro or {{p|Slowking}} is the only time that evolution by two Pokémon physically merging is shown.
** In {{g|Snap}}, however, three Magnemite do merge to become a Magneton.
* Slowbro's Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Pokédex entry conflicts with its FireRed one; the former says Slowbro only starts hunting because the Shellder on its tail means it can't fish, but the latter states it evolved whilst hunting.
* In Slowbro's {{v2|Emerald}} {{Shiny}} sprite, its tongue is blue; this was most likely a coloring error. {{Shiny}} {{p|Totodile}} and {{p|Scyther}}'s {{v2|Emerald}} front sprites had similar coloring errors.
* The Shellder on Shiny Slowbro is a different color. It is unknown if it was Shiny before biting Slowpoke's tail.

===Origin===
Slowbro's shell and lifestyle are somewhat similar to {{wp|hermit crab}}s, though it is physically similar to {{wp|giant otter}}s and {{wp|giant salamanders}}. Slowbro's appearance may also be a reference to the mythical {{wp|sazae-oni}}, a magical sea demon of Japanese folklore distinguished by its spiny "sazae" or "turban shaped" snail shell.

====Name origin====
Slowbro's name is a combination of ''slow'' and ''bro'', short for ''brother''. It may just be used in a general sense, in the same way someone would say "hey, brother!" It could also refer to the brotherly relationship shared by the combined form of {{p|Slowpoke}} and {{p|Shellder}}, or to the fact that it is somewhat based on a ''hermit'' crab, as seen on its Pokédex species. ''Yadoran'' may be taken to mean 宿らん, to not lodge/dwell. It is also possible that the ''yado'' comes from 宿借り ''yadokari'', {{wp|hermit crab}}, or 宿主 ''yadonushi'', (parasitic) host. Also, 鈍感 ''donkan'' means thickheaded or solid, and 鈍 ''don'' means slow, dull, or stupid.

==In other languages==
{| align="left" style="{{roundy}} border: 3px solid #{{psychic color}}; background: #{{water color}};"
|-
|
{| style="{{roundy}}" style="background: #{{water color light}};"
|- align=center
! style="{{roundytl}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr}}" | Name Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of German Pokémon names|German]]
| Lahmus
| From ''{{tt|lahm|slow}}'' and ''{{tt|Muschel|shell or clam}}''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of French Pokémon names|French]]
| Flagadoss
| From ''{{tt|flagada|soft, weak}}'' and ''{{tt|molosse|big dog}}''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]
| 야도란 ''Yadoran''
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese (Taiwan)]]
| 呆河馬 ''Dāi Hé Mǎ''
| Literally "Slow-witted hippopotamus".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese (Hong Kong)]]
| 大呆獸
| Literally "Big slow-witted creature".
|}
|-
|}
 

==External links==

==Notes==
<references />

{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=079 | nextnum=081 | prev=Slowpoke | next=Magnemite }}
{{Project Pokédex notice}}

[[de:Lahmus]]
[[es:Slowbro]]
[[fr:Flagadoss]]
[[it:Slowbro]]
[[ja:ヤドラン]]
[[pl:Slowbro]]
[[pt:Slowbro (pokémon)]]

Slowpoke (Pokémon)

2011-05-25T22:38:21Z

Slowprobro: /* Origin */

{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=078 | nextnum=080 | prev=Rapidash | next=Slowbro }}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Slowpoke |
jname=ヤドン |
tmname=Yadon |
art=FRLG |
size=160px |
pron=<sc>''slow''-poke</sc> <ref>Barbo, Maria. ''The Official Pokémon Handbook''. Scholastic Publishing, 1999. ISBN 0-439-10397-5</ref> |
ndex=079 |
jdex=080 |
hdex=255 |
fbrow=014 |
typen=2 |
type1=Water |
type2=Psychic |
species=Dopey |
height-ftin=3'11" |
height-m=1.2 |
weight-lbs=79.4 |
weight-kg=36.0 |
abilityn=2 |
ability1=Oblivious |
ability2=Own Tempo |
abilityd=Regenerator|
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Monster |
egggroup2=Water 1 |
eggcycles=20 |
evhp=1 |
expyield=99 |
lv100exp=1,000,000 |
gendercode=127 |
color=Pink |
catchrate=190 |
body=08 |
pokefordex=slowpoke |
generation=1 |
footnotes=}}
'''Slowpoke''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヤドン''' ''Yadon'') is a dual-type {{2t|Water|Psychic}} Pokémon. It first appeared in the [[Generation I]] games.

Slowpoke can evolve into one of two Pokémon: into {{p|Slowbro}} beginning at [[level]] 37, or into {{p|Slowking}} when [[trade]]d holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Slowpoke are large pink creatures which resemble a cross between a salamander and a hippopotamus. Their tails becomes lighter towards the tip, they have curled ears, and have tan muzzles.
====Gender differences====
None.

===Special abilities===
Slowpoke have unusual tails which drip a sweet-tasting sappy substance. This substance is attractive to many species of fish, and can be used as a lure. Also, if their tail is cut off, it'll grow back quickly. Unfortunately, Slowpoke are extremely stupid, and tend to forget what they are doing.

Unlike most {{type2|Water}} Pokémon, Slowpoke are capable of using {{type2|Fire}} attacks, like {{m|Flamethrower}}.

===Behavior===
Slowpoke are amphibious creatures of notoriously dim intellect. They take a long time to respond to outside stimuli, it takes as much as five seconds for it to process pain. Its tail is particularly numb to pain, it takes more than a day for it to feel when it has been bitten on its tail. Although they are generally seen as being extraordinarily stupid, they are very gentle and caring, as well as skilled fishermen. Unfortunately, they are easily distracted and forget what they were doing. Although many view Slowpoke as largely useless creatures, many folktales surround Slowpoke, including the belief that their {{m|yawn}}s cause rain.

===Habitat===
[[Image:Watersedge.gif|right|frame|{{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Water's-edge Pokémon}}]]
Slowpoke are commonly found at the water's edge. Their home range includes [[Kanto]], [[Johto]], and occasionally [[Sinnoh]].

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}
Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river.

==In the anime==
[[File:EP260.png|200px|right|thumb|Slowpoke in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
Slowpoke's first major role was in ''[[EP066|The Evolution Solution]]''. Ash and {{ashfr|co.}} asked for the help of [[Professor Westwood V]] to help figure out why Slowpoke only evolved into Slowbro when a {{p|Shellder}} {{m|clamp}}ed on its tail (a question that was giving {{an|Professor Oak}} a headache). Westwood's Slowpoke evolved when a Shellder that [[Jessie]] caught clamped on to the Dopey Pokémon's tail.

''[[EP142|A Shadow of a Drought]]'' revealed that [[Azalea Town]] considers Slowpoke sacred due to legends claiming that Slowpoke's {{m|yawn}}ing can summon rain.

''[[EP244|Enlighten Up!]]'' introduced practitioners of a religion similar to {{wp|Buddhism}} that see Slowpoke's empty head as a sign of enlightenment and worship by meditating along with Slowpoke and Slowbro.

A group of Slowpoke were trying to reach a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} to evolve into Slowking in ''[[EP260|A Crowning Achievement]]''. One finally succeeded at the end.

===Minor appearances===
Slowpoke's first appearance was a brief one in ''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]''. {{Ash}}'s Pokémon asked it for help, but it didn't respond. It evolved into a Slowbro at the very end of the episode.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP066|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. No one can tell when a Slowpoke is thinking, if it ever does think. Its specialty is [[fishing]] with its tail.}}
|}
{|align="center" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemedark|Kanto}}"
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| text align="right" width="100%" style="background: #{{colorschemelight|Kanto}}; -moz-border-radius-bottomleft: 10px; -moz-border-radius-bottomright: 10px;" | '''Original series entries continue below.'''
|}
|}
{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP244|Slowpoke|Ash's Pokédex|Slowpoke, the Dopey Pokémon. Slowpoke is always lost in thought though no one knows what it is pondering.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Johto}}

==In the manga==
===In the Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
{{OBP|Ash Ketchum|EToP|Ash}} captures a {{pkmn2|giant}} Slowpoke in the {{pkmn|manga}} series [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]. He later trades it to [[Gary Oak]] for a photo of his sister, [[Daisy Oak|May Oak]].

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
A Slowpoke appears under the control of [[Team Rocket]] in ''[[PS056|The Coming of Slowpoke (Eventually)]]''.

A {{tc|Swimmer}} lent his Slowpoke to {{adv|Yellow}} to compete in a surfing contest that was interrupted by [[Lance]]'s attack on [[Vermilion City]].

In ''[[PS101|Teddiursa's Picnic]]'', a herd of Slowpoke in [[Azalea Town]] had their tails cut off by [[Team Rocket]], causing the [[Slowpoke Well]] to stop providing water. {{adv|Gold}} proceeds to tire one out with his {{p|Aipom}}, prompting it to yawn and therefore cause the well to start flowing again.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Slowpoke (TCG)}}

==Other appearances==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]===
Slowpoke is a Pokéfloat. It initially has its tail curled towards its body but the tail lazily becomes straight and fighting moves there until {{p|Wooper}} appears.

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
*[[Pokémon Channel]]: A Slowpoke is the very slow weatherman.
* {{g|Pinball}}: A Slowpoke appears on the Blue Table, once hit with the pinball, it allows for the [[evolution]] of one of the captured Pokémon.
*{{ga|Pokémon Ranger}}: Slowpoke is [[Murph]]'s partner Pokémon.
*[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]]: Slowpoke and {{p|Slakoth}} are the members of Team Slacker, the zero-motivation exploration team.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|gen=1
|redbluedex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|yellowdex=Incredibly slow and sluggish. It is quite content to loll about without worrying about the time.
|stadiumdex=A dopey Pokémon that remains in a daze except when fishing with its tail. Awake or asleep, there is little difference.
|golddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|silverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|crystaldex=It is always so absent-minded that it won't react, even if its flavorful tail is bitten.
|stadium2dex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|rsdex=Slowpoke uses its tail to catch prey by dipping it in water at the side of a river. However, this Pokémon often forgets what it's doing and often spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|emeralddex=It catches prey by dipping its tail in water at the side of a river. But it often forgets what it is doing and spends entire days just loafing at water's edge.
|firereddex=It is always vacantly lost in thought, but no one knows what it is thinking about. It is good at fishing with its tail.
|leafgreendex=Incredibly slow and dopey. It takes 5 seconds for it to feel pain when under attack.
|dpptdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
|heartgolddex=It lazes vacantly near water. If something bites its tail, it won't even notice for a whole day.
|soulsilverdex=A sweet sap leaks from its tail's tip. Although not nutritious, the tail is pleasant to chew on.
|bwdex=Although slow, it is skilled at fishing with its tail. It does not feel pain if its tail is bitten.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=Water |
type2=psychic |
gen=1 |
rbrarity=Common |
rbarea=[[Seafoam Islands]] and {{rt|10|Kanto}}, [[Celadon City]], and [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] with [[Fishing#In the games|Super Rod]] |
yrarity=Common |
yarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|12|Kanto}} and {{rtn|13|Kanto}} ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) and [[Seafoam Islands]] |
gsrarity=Common |
gsarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
crarity=Common |
carea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
gen3ex=frlg |
frlgrarity=Common |
frlgarea=[[Route]]s {{rtn|4|Kanto}}, {{rtn|10|Kanto}}, {{rtn|11|Kanto}}, {{rtn|12|Kanto}}, {{rtn|13|Kanto}}, {{rtn|14|Kanto}}, {{rtn|19|Kanto}}, {{rtn|20|Kanto}}, {{rtn|21|Kanto}}, {{rtn|24|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|25|Kanto}}, [[Fuchsia City]], [[Vermilion City]], [[Viridian City]], [[Kanto Safari Zone|Safari Zone]], {{OBP|One Island|town}}, {{OBP|Two Island|town}}, {{OBP|Three Island|town}}, {{OBP|Four Island|town}}, {{OBP|Five Island|town}}, {{OBP|Six Island|town}}, and {{OBP|Seven Island|town}} |
frlgex=leafgreen|
gen4ex=pearl|
dprarity=Rare |
dparea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
ptrarity=Rare |
ptarea={{rt|205|Sinnoh}} ([[Poké Radar]]) |
palarea=Pond |
hgssrarity= Rare |
hgssarea=[[Slowpoke Well]] and [[Tohjo Falls]] ({{m|Surf|surfing}}) |
walkarea={{pw|Beautiful Beach}}|
bwarea=[[Abundant Shrine]]|
bwrarity=Uncommon (Surf) Common (Rippling Water)|
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=water
|type2=psychic
|snap=[[Pokémon Island River|River]]
|channel=Upgrade binder
|pinball=[[Rock Tunnel|Rock Mountain]] [[Seafoam Islands]]
|trozei=[[Secret Storage 7]] [[Huge Storage 2]] Endless Level 20 [[Mr. Who's Den]]
|md=[[Stormy Sea]] (11F-19F) [[Silver Trench]] (6F-14F) [[Grand Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Far-off Sea]] (6F-14F) [[Marvelous Sea]] (B6-B14) [[Fantasy Strait]] (B6-B14)
|ranger=[[Kisara Plains]]
|md2=[[Lake Afar]] (B1-B24)
|scramble=[[Rocky Cave]]
|pokepark=[[Beach Zone]]
}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=water|type2=psychic
|rby1=Berry|rby1type=Berries (Generation II)|rby1rar=100|rby1image=no
|gsc1=King's Rock|gsc1type=Evolution-inducing held item|gsc1rar=8
|dppt1=Lagging Tail|dppt1type=In-battle effect item|dppt1rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats with RBY|
HP= 90 |
Attack= 65 |
Defense=65 |
Special=40 |
SpAtk= 40 |
SpDef= 40 |
Speed= 15 |
type=Water |
type2=Psychic }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Water
|type2=Psychic
|Speed=1
|SpeedMax=1
|Power=2
|PowerMax=2
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=4
|StaminaMax=5
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=2
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=water|
type2=psychic|
Normal= 100 |
Flying= 100 |
Fighting= 50 |
Ground= 100 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 200 |
Poison= 100 |
Ghost= 200 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 50 |
Water= 50 |
Grass= 200 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 50 |
Ice= 50 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 200 |

notes=yes|
gen1psychic=yes|
oldghost=0}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Yawn|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Tackle|Normal|Physical|50|100|35||}}
{{learnlist/level5|5|Growl|Normal|Status|—|100|40||}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Water Gun|Water|Special|40|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|14|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|23|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/level5|28|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|32|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|36|Slack Off|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|41|Amnesia|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/level5|45|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/level5|58|Heal Pulse|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM03|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM04|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM07|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|95|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|120|70|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM19|Telekinesis|Psychic|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM28|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|95|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM38|Fire Blast|Fire|Special|120|85|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM55|Scald|Water|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM59|Incinerate|Fire|Special|30|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM70|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM86|Grass Knot|Grass|Special|—|100|20||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM92|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM03|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15||}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM06|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Slowpoke|Water|Psychic|5|1}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|411|Bastiodon}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|060|Poliwag}}{{MSP|061|Poliwhirl}}{{MSP|062|Poliwrath}}{{MSP|186|Politoed}}{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}|Belly Drum|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|0}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|131|Lapras}}{{MSP|183|Marill}}{{MSP|184|Azumarill}}{{MSP|225|Delibird}}|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|100|100|10|||*|'''}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}|Me First|Normal|Status|—|—|20|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|194|Wooper}}{{MSP|195|Quagsire}}{{MSP|258|Mudkip}}{{MSP|259|Marshtomp}}{{MSP|260|Swampert}}{{MSP|369|Relicanth}} {{MSP|422|Shellos}}{{MSP|422E|Shellos}}{{MSP|423|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|423E|Gastrodon}}{{MSP|618|Stunfisk}}|Mud Sport|Ground|Status|—|—|15|Cute|2}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}}{{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|108|Lickitung}}{{MSP|463|Lickilicky}}{{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}}{{MSP|112|Rhydon}}{{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}{{MSP|293|Whismur}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}}{{MSP|295|Exploud}}{{MSP|357|Tropius}}|Stomp|Normal|Physical|65|100|20|Tough|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|143|Snorlax}}{{MSP|363|Spheal}}{{MSP|364|Sealeo}}{{MSP|365|Walrein}}|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|Cute|3}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}|Wonder Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed5|{{MSP|054|Psyduck}}{{MSP|055|Golduck}}{{MSP|079|Slowpoke}}{{MSP|080|Slowbro}}{{MSP|199|Slowking}}{{MSP|270|Lotad}} {{MSP|271|Lombre}}{{MSP|272|Ludicolo}}{{MSP|408|Cranidos}}{{MSP|409|Rampardos}}|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15|Beauty|2||'''}}{{learnlist/breedf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

====By [[Move tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/tutor5null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
*{{m|Bite}} {{ic|Dark}}

===={{pkmn|Dream World}}-only moves====
{{learnlist/eventh|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/event5|{{pkmn|Dream World}}|Brine|Water|Special|65|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/eventf|Slowpoke|water|psychic|5|1}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=water |
type2=psychic |
ndex=079 |
pinball=Catch |
Trozei=yes |
rarity=Common |
Dungeon=yes |
body=1 |
rate=12 |
area=Bountiful Sea |
P1=...? ...? |
P2=...? ...! ...? ...! |
P3=...! ...! ...! ...! |
PL=...! ...! Leveled! Up! |
Ranger=yes |
group=Water |
assist=Water |
field=Soak |
fieldpower=1 |
loop=7 |
MinEXP=N/A |
MaxEXP=N/A |
browser=Slowpoke is incredibly lazy. It dozes vacantly, only {{m|yawn}}ing occasionally. |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=8.2 |
iq=B |
Pad=You met Slowpoke at the entrance to the [[Beach Zone]]. He's a dedicated player of {{P|Gyarados}}'s Aqua Dash.
}}

===Evolution===
{{evobox
|family=Normal
|sprite1=079
|name1=Slowpoke
|type1-1=Water
|type2-1=Psychic
|evotype1=Level
|level1=37
|sprite2=080
|name2=Slowbro
|type1-2=Water
|type2-2=Psychic
|evotype1a=Trade
|held1a=King's Rock
|sprite2a=199
|name2a=Slowking
|type1-2a=Water
|type2-2a=Psychic}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=water|
type2=psychic|
gen=1|
gender=none|
ndex=079|
name=Slowpoke|
}}

==Trivia==
<div style="float:right">
{|
{{sprite/2/Ja|079}}
|}
</div>
*Slowpoke's original English name was "Slow'''mo'''".
*In the anime, Slowpoke evolves into a Slowbro if a Shellder bites its tail. It will evolve into a Slowking if one bites its head while it has the {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}} on it.
*The Japanese and international {{game3|Gold and Silver|Pokémon Silver|s}} have different sprites for Slowpoke, with the Japanese versions having the same striped bellies that Slowbro and Slowking sport. It is unknown why this was changed. However, its striped underside is still partially visible in all of its Gold and Crystal sprites.
*Like {{p|Mantyke}}, Slowpoke evolves when another Pokémon attaches to it (as seen in the anime). However, proximity-based evolution (requiring Mantyke and {{p|Remoraid}} to be in the same party) did not exist in Generation I, so Shellder has no bearing on Slowpoke's evolution.
*Slowpoke is the only Pokémon whose multiple evolutions have different total [[EV yield]]s: it evolves at [[level]] 37 into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 2 ({{p|Slowbro}}), but when traded holding a {{DL|Evolution-inducing held item|King's Rock}}, it evolves into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 ({{p|Slowking}}). The only other Pokémon with an EV yield of 1 who evolve directly into a Pokémon with an EV yield of 3 are {{p|Paras}} (evolves into {{p|Parasect}} at [[level]] 24), {{p|Nosepass}} (evolves into {{p|Probopass}} upon gaining a level at [[Mt. Coronet]]), and {{p|Larvesta}} (evolves into {{p|Volcarona}} at level 59).
*Slowpoke's National Dex number is the whole number portion of its weight in pounds. It is one of only two Pokémon with this distinction; the other is {{p|Scyther}}.

===Origin===
Slowpoke appears be based on a {{wp|giant otter}} due to its marine nature, shape and association with {{wp|shellfish}} and {{wp|giant salamander}}s.

====Name origin====
A ''slowpoke'' is simply a term for someone who is slow. It can be also a combination of ''slow'' and ''poke'' (an abbreviation of ''Pokémon''). The ''yado'' in ''Yadon'' may be from 宿借り ''yadokari'', {{wp|hermit crab}}. Alternatively, it may also be derived from 宿主 ''yadonushi'', (parasitic) host. Also, 鈍感 ''donkan'' means thickheaded or stolid, and 鈍 ''don'' means slow, dull, or stupid.

==In other languages==
{| align="left" style="{{roundy}} border: 3px solid #{{psychic color}}; background: #{{water color}};"
|-
|
{| style="{{roundy}}" style="background: #{{water color light}};"
|- align=center
! style="{{roundytl}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr}}" | Name Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of German Pokémon names|German]]
| Flegmon
| Derived from {{wp|Four Temperaments#Phlegmatic|''{{tt|phlegmatisch|phlegmatic}}''}} and ''Monster''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of French Pokémon names|French]]
| Ramoloss
| Probably from ''{{tt|ramolli|soft}}'' and {{tt|''molosse''|big dog}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Korean Pokémon names|Korean]]
| 야돈 ''Yadon''
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
| 呆呆獸 ''Dāi Dāi Shòu''
| Literally "Slow-witted creature".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| [[List of Chinese Pokémon names|Chinese]] ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小呆獸
| Literally "Little slow-witted creature".
|}
|-
|}
 

==External links==

==Notes==
<references />

{{PokémonPrevNext | type=water | type2=psychic | prevnum=078 | nextnum=080 | prev=Rapidash | next=Slowbro }}
{{Project Pokédex notice}}

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[[Category:Pokémon that evolve through trading]]
[[Category:Pokémon that evolve through held items]]
[[Category:Pokémon that evolve by trading with a held item]]
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