Hop’s Sandaconda Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Hop’s Sandaconda is an Uncommon card from the Journey Together set, numbered 87. This vibrant Pokémon has 140 HP and features the attack Break Ground. Its solid stats make it a notable addition for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: I
• Flavor Text: “It will expand its body as much as it can and then contract itself, blasting out sand with enough force to wash away a dump truck.”
• Attacks:
• Rumble: Prevents the Defending Pokémon from retreating during your opponent’s next turn and deals 30 damage.
• Break Ground: Deals 140 damage but also inflicts 20 damage to each of your Benched Pokémon.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Hop’s Sandaconda is from the Journey Together set, card number 87. It is an Uncommon rarity card illustrated by Sanosuke Sakuma. The card does not have any special print variants or alternate artworks.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “sv9,” the card number 87, and the regulation mark “I.” The card’s Fighting type and Stage 1 subtype also help distinguish it from other Sandaconda cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality

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

Play Notes

Its attacks offer strategic options, such as preventing retreat and dealing heavy damage at the cost of self-inflicted bench damage, which may influence deck-building decisions.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store Hop’s Sandaconda in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity, handling with care will help retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Journey Together (sv9): Introduces Hop’s Sandaconda as a solid Fighting-type Stage 1 card with unique attacks that balance offensive power and tactical disruption. The set features clean, dynamic artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma, emphasizing the Pokémon’s sand-blasting abilities.