Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Alolan Sandshrew, a small, blue Pokémon, nestled in a serene, icy landscape that feels both tranquil and playful. Its rounded body and friendly expression suggest a character ready for adventure, perhaps sliding across the ice in a moment of joy. The subtle blend of colors in the background enhances the wintry atmosphere, evoking a sense of calm and wonder. In this snapshot, Sandshrew embodies the spirit of exploration and the simple pleasures of its environment.
Essay · McDonald's Collection 2019
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Catalogue plate
№ 4/12
Composition
StyleCartoonishDigital
MoodLightheartedPlayful
CompositionCharacter FocusSimple
PaletteCool TonesVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
60
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Metal ×2
Retreat
— Ability —
Fury Swipes
10
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage for each heads.
Authorship
More from Shin Nagasawa
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
McDonald's Collection 2019, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Sandshrew
The Sandshrew canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
