Sandshrew 91/130
Set: Base Set 2
Released: Feb 24, 2000
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About Sandshrew
Burrows deep underground in arid locations far from water. It only emerges to hunt for food.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #27
- Card Number 91/130
- Card RarityCommon
- IllustratorKen Sugimori
- Release Date24/02/2000
- SeriesBase
- Expansion Base Set 2
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Fighting - Health Points40 HP
- Weakness
Grass ×2
- Resistance
Lightning -30
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Fighting 
Grass ×2 
Lightning -30 
Colorless ×1 Attacks
- Sand-attack10
If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Sandshrew standing alert on a cracked, dry ground, its yellow, segmented body reflecting the arid environment, poised and ready to burrow or defend itself in a barren, rugged landscape.
Playability Overview
Sandshrew offers useful disruption with Sand-attack to potentially nullify opponent strikes, though its low HP and damage output limit its role to early game defense or tactical support.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Desert DwellerThis Sandshrew card has a charming, sun-kissed aesthetic that really captures the essence of a warm desert landscape. Its playful pose and sandy tones make it a perfect fit for a page filled with other Ground-type Pokémon or creatures that thrive in arid environments. Pair it with other desert-themed cards to enhance that vibe!Additional Binder Suggestions: Desert / Playful / Warm Earth Tones / Burrowing Life / Sunlit Sands
