Sandshrew

Sandshrew

Selected Masterpiece • 124/147
Artist Suwama Chiaki
Market Price $3
Supreme Victors Platinum 2009
The Illustrator

Suwama Chiaki

Suwama Chiaki has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2006 to 2020, appearing across sets including Sun & Moon, XY, and HeartGold & SoulSilver. The work favors playful, lighthearted scenes with balanced, clear staging and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“In this card, Sandshrew is nestled among soft blades of grass, bathed in a gentle glow that highlights its rounded features and bright yellow coloration. The scene captures a moment of tranquility, as the little Pokémon appears to be at ease in its arid environment. Its posture suggests a sense of protection, curling slightly as if ready to retreat into its shell at any moment. This snapshot evokes a feeling of quiet resilience in the natural world.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Common
Card Type Fighting
Era
Platinum
Release
19/08/2009

Scratch

20
Weakness
+10
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost