Sandile

Sandile

Selected Masterpiece • 69/146
Market Price $0.71
XY XY 2014
The Illustrator

Sumiyoshi Kizuki

Sumiyoshi Kizuki has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 1999 to 2023, spanning sets such as Team Rocket, Skyridge, and Legends Awakened. The work favors cartoonish, playful staging with clear, balanced compositions and vibrant-to-pastel color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card features Sandile, a small, crocodilian Pokémon, peeking out from the sandy terrain of its desert habitat. Its playful expression hints at a curious nature, as it seems ready to explore its surroundings. The warm tones of the sand contrast with Sandile's distinct stripes, creating a vivid snapshot of life in the arid landscape. This moment captures a sense of adventure and the simple joys of being in the wild.”

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 Darkness
Set XY
Era
XY
Release
05/02/2014

Ram

20

Darkness Fang

50
Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost