Sandile Collector’s Guide: Sun Moon Set (sm1-83)

Character Intro

Sandile sm1-83 is a common Darkness-type from the Sun Moon set with 70 HP. It features the attack Crunch and offers a straightforward option for players seeking a reliable Basic Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Attacks:
• Gnaw — Deals 20 damage with two Colorless Energy.
• Crunch — Deals 30 damage and can discard an Energy from the opponent’s Active Pokémon on a coin flip, costing two Darkness and one Colorless Energy.
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: “It submerges itself in sand and moves as if swimming. This wise behavior keeps its enemies from finding it and maintains its temperature.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legal Status: unknown

Key Printings

The key printing of Sandile in the Sun Moon set (sm1-83) is a common card with 70 HP, illustrated by Atsuko Nishida. It is a Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with two attacks—Gnaw and Crunch—and notable resistance to Psychic attacks.

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known variants or alternate printings. It is identified by the set code sm1 and card number 83. The card features the Sun Moon series logo and lacks a regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Sandile card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability is limited by its modest HP and common rarity, but it offers strategic value with its Crunch attack’s Energy disruption effect.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface; keeping it in a binder or a top-loader is recommended for long-term collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sun Moon (sm1): Sandile appears as a straightforward, common Darkness-type Pokémon with simple but effective attacks. It fits well into early-game strategies and offers collectors a glimpse of Atsuko Nishida’s classic illustration style. The set does not specify a release date or regulation mark for this card.