Sandaconda Collector’s Guide: Sword Shield #109

Character Intro

Sandaconda from the Sword Shield set is a Rare Fighting-type Stage 1 Pokémon with 140 HP. It features the straightforward, reliable attack Skull Bash and is card number 109 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Silicobra)
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: Its unique style of coiling allows it to blast sand out of its sand sac more efficiently.
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Sandaconda card from the Sword Shield set, card number 109.

Attacks

• Coil: Boosts damage by 120 on the next turn.
• Skull Bash: Deals 100 damage.

The card has no abilities and no resistances.

Variants & Identifiers

• Variants: There are no known print variants for this card.
• Identification: Set code “swsh1,” card number 109, and illustrator Kouki Saitou’s distinctive artwork.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Play notes: Its high HP and damage-boosting attack make it a potentially strategic choice in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword Shield: Introduced Sandaconda as a powerful Fighting-type Stage 1 Pokémon with a unique damage-boosting mechanic via its “Coil” attack. This set emphasizes strategic play with evolving Pokémon and diverse attack options.

This Sandaconda card remains a notable collectible for fans of the Sword Shield series and Fighting-type enthusiasts.