Sandile Collector’s Guide: Unbroken Bonds (sm10-113)

Character Intro

Sandile from the Unbroken Bonds set is a Common, Basic Darkness-type card with 60 HP. It features the Intimidating Fang ability and the attack Gnaw, and is numbered 113 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Ability: Intimidating Fang (reduces opponent’s Active Pokémon attack damage by 20)
• Attack: Gnaw (10 damage, costs 1 Darkness energy)
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 2

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the sm10-113 printing from the Sun & Moon Unbroken Bonds set. It is a common card featuring the Intimidating Fang ability and a single attack, Gnaw. The card’s artwork by Yuka Morii is distinctive for its warm Alolan setting.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Sandile card. Identifiers include the set code sm10 and card number 113. The card is classified as a Basic Pokémon with the Darkness type and the common rarity symbol.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability to reduce incoming damage by 20 makes it a defensive option, though its low HP and retreat cost suggest it is best used in early game setups or casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this common card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated front by Yuka Morii. Proper storage will maintain its collector value and visual appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): Sandile appears as a Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with a damage-reducing ability and a simple attack, fitting the set’s theme of strong bonds and strategic play. The card’s flavor text highlights its adaptability to warm environments, adding flavor to the set’s diverse Pokémon roster.