Sandshrew Collector’s Guide: Unbroken Bonds #83

Character Intro

Sandshrew from the Unbroken Bonds set is a common card numbered 83. It has 70 HP and features attacks Collect and Rolling Tackle. This straightforward design fits well within the set’s dynamic lineup.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Grass (×2)
• Attacks:
• Collect: Draw a card (cost: 1 Colorless)
• Rolling Tackle: Deals 30 damage (cost: 1 Fighting, 2 Colorless)
• Flavor Text: It lives in areas of limited rainfall. When danger approaches, it curls up into a ball to protect its soft stomach.
• Illustrator: Sekio
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Sandshrew card from the Sun & Moon series set “Unbroken Bonds,” card number 83. It is a common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “sm10,” card number 83, and the illustrator Sekio’s signature style.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To maintain the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity, it is ideal for casual collectors or players who appreciate the artwork and character design.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): This set features a variety of Pokémon from the Sun & Moon era, with Sandshrew appearing as a basic Fighting-type Pokémon. The set emphasizes dynamic battle strategies and character-driven artwork.