Evolution Guide

How to Evolve Slowpoke into Slowking

Slowpoke → Slowking. Slowpoke evolves into Slowking by Trade + Hold King's Rock.

Method
Trade + Hold King's Rock
Steps
1
Generation
Generation II

Quick Answer

To evolve Slowpoke into Slowking, trade Slowpoke while it meets this requirement: Trade + Hold King's Rock.

Required Pokémon

Evolution Method

Method
Trade + Hold King's Rock
Held item
King's Rock

Step-by-step Guide

  1. 1Catch or obtain Slowpoke.
  2. 2Evolve Slowpoke into Slowking: Trade + Hold King's Rock.
  3. 3Open the Slowking Pokédex entry to review types, stats, moves, and availability.

Evolution Chain

SlowpokeSlowpoke
Trade + Hold King's Rock
SlowkingSlowking

Game / Version Notes

Evolution availability and exact requirements may vary by game version. Check the linked Pokédex entries for version-specific context.

Related Evolutions

FAQ

How do you evolve Slowpoke into Slowking?

To evolve Slowpoke into Slowking, trade Slowpoke while it meets this requirement: Trade + Hold King's Rock.

What is the evolution method for Slowpoke into Slowking?

Slowpoke evolves into Slowking by Trade + Hold King's Rock.

Can Slowpoke evolve directly into Slowking?

Yes. Slowpoke evolves directly into Slowking by Trade + Hold King's Rock.

Is Slowking available in every Pokémon game?

Evolution availability and exact requirements may vary by game version. Check the Pokémon’s location and move data for version-specific details.

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