Brock’s Sandshrew 72/132
Set: Gym Heroes
Released: Aug 14, 2000
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #27
- Card Number 72/132
- Card RarityCommon
- IllustratorKen Sugimori
- Release Date14/08/2000
- SeriesGym
- Expansion Gym Heroes
- 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 Points50 HP
- Weakness
Grass ×2 - Resistance
Lightning -30 - Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Attacks
- Sand Pit20


The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Sandshrew standing stoically on a rocky terrain, gazing at a vibrant orange sunset as the sky glows with warm hues, embodying calm resilience in the fading light.
Playability Overview
Brock’s Sandshrew offers tactical advantage by limiting your opponent’s movement with its Sand Pit attack, making it useful for disrupting retreat-based strategies despite its modest damage and HP.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Desert DwellersThis Brock's Sandshrew gives off a laid-back vibe with its sandy color palette and the bright yellow background. I'd recommend placing it on a "Desert Oasis" page, surrounded by other ground-types or desert-themed cards. Its subtle charm and playful pose make it a great fit with Pokémon like Diglett or Sandslash.Additional Binder Suggestions: Desert / Relaxed / Earthy Tones / Grounded / Sandstorm


