Sandslash

Sandslash

Selected Masterpiece • 29/123
Artist Yukiko Baba
Market Price $6.55
The Illustrator

Yukiko Baba

Yukiko Baba (馬場由起子) is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2001 to 2025. Artwork appears across sets including Aquapolis, Skyridge, and Fusion Strike, with a cartoonish, playful approach, clear compositions, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Sandslash card captures a moment of this Pokémon in a serene, natural setting, surrounded by lush greenery and calm waters. Its spiky back and poised stance suggest a blend of alertness and confidence, as if it's ready to defend its territory. The gentle colors and soft details evoke a sense of tranquility, inviting the viewer to appreciate the beauty of its environment. This snapshot feels like a quiet glimpse into the life of Sandslash, embodying both its grace and strength.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Rare
Card Type Fighting
Release
10/02/2010

Poison Sting

30

The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.

Fury Swipes

30×

Flip 3 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20