Sandile 69/146
Set: XY Base
Released: Feb 5, 2014
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About Sandile
It moves along below the sand's surface, except for its nose and eyes. A dark membrane shields its eyes from the sun.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #551
- Card Number 69/146
- Card RarityCommon
- IllustratorSumiyoshi Kizuki
- Release Date05/02/2014
- SeriesXY
- Expansion XY Base
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionUnova
- Generation Generation 5
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Darkness - Health Points70 HP
- Weakness
Fighting ×2 - Resistance
Psychic -20 - Retreat Cost


Colorless ×3
Attacks
- Ram20


- Darkness Fang50



Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Sandile emerging energetically from cracked desert ground, its eyes shielded by a dark membrane, mouth wide open as it navigates the harsh, sunlit, arid landscape.
Playability Overview
Sandile offers balanced early-game offense with moderate damage but requires careful energy management and retreat planning due to its high retreat cost.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Desert DunesThis Sandile card captures a unique moment on the sandy terrain, showcasing its playful nature. I’d suggest placing it on a "Desert Adventure" page, perhaps alongside others that evoke a similar dry, sandy vibe. Its earthy tones will create a cohesive look, especially next to Pokémon like Trapinch or Baltoy, which share that desert aesthetic.Additional Binder Suggestions: Desert / Playful / Earthy Tones / Sandstorm / Sunbaked
































