Sandslash 79/149
Set: Boundaries Crossed
Released: Nov 7, 2012
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About Sandslash
The spikes on its body are made up of its hardened hide. It rolls up and attacks foes with its spikes.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #28
- Card Number 79/149
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorBERUBURI
- Release Date07/11/2012
- SeriesBlack & White
- Expansion Boundaries Crossed
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Fighting - Health Points90 HP
- Weakness
Water ×2 - Resistance
Lightning -20 - Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Attacks
- Sand-Attack20


If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.
- Earthquake80



Does 10 damage to each of your Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Sandslash emerging powerfully from a swirling sandstorm, its sharp claws and spiked back poised for attack, embodying strength and agility within a dusty, dynamic environment.
Playability Overview
Sandslash’s disruptive Sand-Attack can stall opponents, but its powerful Earthquake risks damaging your own bench, requiring careful timing and positioning in battle strategy.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Desert DwellersThis Sandslash card captures the rugged essence of a desert environment, with its sharp spikes and earthy tones. I’d place it on a “Desert Adventure” page, alongside other Ground types like Tyranitar and Gible. Its Earthquake attack adds a sense of power that complements the theme perfectly.Additional Binder Suggestions: Desert / Fierce / Earthy Tones / Ground Battle / Spiky Friends
















