Sandshrew

Sandshrew

Selected Masterpiece • 75/162
Market Price $0.59
BREAKthrough XY 2015
The Illustrator

Shigenori Negishi

Shigenori Negishi has contributed Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2011 to 2025, spanning series such as Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and XY. The work leans cartoonish and playful, with balanced, character-forward staging and vibrant, contrasting color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Sandshrew nestled in a rugged, arid landscape, its yellow, armored body contrasting with the dry, cracked earth around it. This small Pokémon appears alert and ready, embodying a sense of resilience in its harsh environment. The distant mountains and sparse vegetation hint at the challenges it faces, while the clear blue sky adds a touch of serenity to the scene. Overall, it captures a moment of quiet determination in the life of this little creature.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 17, 2026.

Rarity Common
Card Type Fighting
Era
XY
Release
04/11/2015

Double Scratch

10×

Flip 2 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.

Sand Tomb

20

The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost