Collecting Sandslash: The Complete Card Guide for Aesthetic Binders
See why Sandslash belongs in every Squirrels & Hamsters collection. Card picks, evolution spreads, and display ideas inside.
2024-01-26
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Popularity Rank: #109
Fan survey data
Blended rank from two r/pokemon "favourite Pokémon" surveys, weighted 60/40 toward the 2025 results (u/Jawnysparklez; u/mamamia1001 2019).
2025 survey: #127
2019 survey: #79
#109 / 1025
#0028
Sandslash
Mouse Pokémon
Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
Pokédex details
National Dex
#0028
Height
1.0 m
Weight
29.5 kg
Capture rate
90 / 255
Generation
Gen I
Gender ratio
50% male, 50% female
Hatch steps
5,100 steps
Base happiness
70
Growth rate
Medium
Color
Yellow
Habitat
Rough Terrain
Shape
Upright
Sandslash — the quick "why it's beloved" list
Three fast, fan-friendly reasons Sandslash stands out — no lore dump, just the vibe.
- Cheerful personality in-game — Sandslash feels upbeat even before you pick a favourite card.
- A staple in our Squirrels & Hamsters crowd — Sandslash is one of those picks collectors nod at immediately.
- Sandslash has that "favourite since childhood" energy — you don't need lore to explain the appeal.
Pokémon TCG cards
Recent cards featuring Sandslash from the Trading Card Game, newest first.
Fantastical Parade
One Diamond
Crimson Blaze
One Shiny
Mega Rising
Two Diamond
Mega Evolution
Common
Celestial Guardians
Two Diamond
Genetic Apex
Two Diamond
Twilight Masquerade
Uncommon
151
Uncommon
Fusion Strike
Uncommon
Cosmic Eclipse
Rare
Unbroken Bonds
Rare
Ultra Prism
Rare
Showing 12 of 29 loaded cards · card data from TCGdex with pokemontcg.io as backup · images via Scrydex when needed
Binder plan: Sandslash edition
Spread layout for Sandslash, TCG picks to anchor the page, and open artwork you can print for Michi-style scene pockets.
Cards to anchor your spread
TCG picks for collectors — pair these with a printed scene below.
Alolan Sandslash #138 (Cosmic Eclipse) is a promo worth chasing — alternate art that stands out on any Sandslash binder page.
Sandslash #84 (Unbroken Bonds) is a promo worth chasing — alternate art that stands out on any Sandslash binder page.
Alolan Sandslash #29 (Ultra Prism) is a promo worth chasing — alternate art that stands out on any Sandslash binder page.
Species art references
Character renders for colour matching, pose ideas, and silhouette checks.
Official artwork
Match card holo colours and keep the species silhouette consistent across pockets.
HOME render
Modern pose reference when you want a cleaner, upright character layout.
Dream World vector
Simple line-and-fill shape — handy for tracing pocket placement before you print.
Shiny palette
Alternate colourway for accent pockets or shiny-themed spreads.
Art via PokéAPI/sprites (open source).
Sandslash mini binder spread
A seeded two-page 3×3 binder mockup using Sandslash chase cards and Michi Method scene art for display planning.
Left page
Cosmic Eclipse
Rare
Unbroken Bonds
Rare
Ultra Prism
Rare
Fantastical Parade
One Diamond
Crimson Blaze
One Shiny
Mega Rising
Two Diamond
Mega Evolution
Common
Right page
Celestial Guardians
Two Diamond
Genetic Apex
Two Diamond
Twilight Masquerade
Uncommon
151
Uncommon
Fusion Strike
Uncommon
SM Black Star Promos
Promo
SM Black Star Promos
Promo
The Michi Method treats your binder like a small gallery: print one scene that spans multiple pockets, then nest your favourite Sandslash cards around it. The picks and reference art below are meant for collectors building display spreads — not competitive lists.
Michi Method scene examples
Illustration picks when dedicated scene art is not cached yet — card frames may still show.
Scene wallpaper — Sandslash
Illustration by pixiv.net
Scene art via Wallhaven — Scene wallpaper — Sandslash
Scene wallpaper — Sandslash
Scene art via Wallhaven — Scene wallpaper — Sandslash
Find more scene art
Curated galleries and search links — we do not hotlink Pinterest or ArtStation results.
Pokémon and character names are trademarks of Nintendo / Creatures / GAME FREAK.
Additional tips
- National Dex #028 is a quiet flex on dividers or handwritten indices — collectors who sort by number will thank you.
- Label one pocket "海外" / overseas and one domestic — pairing Sandslash (サンドパン) with English prints reads like a travel diary spread.
- If you're building for Squirrels & Hamsters, repeat one motif (floral border, café table, neon sign) across three cards so the theme feels authored.
- Ground typings give artists a built-in palette — when two Sandslash cards clash, it's usually because lighting diverged, not because the species lacks identity.
Sandslash: competitive snapshot
For players and duel-minded collectors — abilities, hallmark moves, and tier shorthand in one place.
Base stats
In-game numbers for Sandslash — useful context beside abilities and moves.
HP
75
Attack
100
Defense
110
Sp. Atk
45
Sp. Def
55
Speed
65
Total: 450
Players file Sandslash around tier "ZU" while Ability Sand Veil (Increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.) shapes the fantasy — chase art that stages that payoff, not just the highest number on the slab.
- Mono-ground Sandslash spreads live on lighting variation: same palette, different contrast.
- Hidden Ability Sand Rush is the deep-cut hunt — call it out when you sell or trade so buyers know you are curating, not flipping random holos.
3D battle sprites
Animated Showdown-style models for Sandslash — normal and shiny.
Sprites via Project Pokémon. Pokémon and character names are trademarks of Nintendo / Creatures / GAME FREAK.
Backstory & Lore
A short write-up on Sandslash, weaving together Pokédex notes, species lore, and evolution context.
Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
It is skilled at slashing enemies with its claws. If broken, they start to grow back in a day.
A second dex beat (Diamond) frames Sandslash as one that curls up, then rolls into foes with its back.. Rotating that line on a sticky note beside the page keeps the spread feeling lived-in.
Sandslash shows up in Emerald lore as one that curls up in a ball to protect itself from enemy attacks.. When you shop for cards, look for illustrations that lean into that mood instead of generic portrait poses.
In the games, Sandshrew → Sandslash make up this evolution family — a natural arc to echo when you curate cards or binder spreads.
Name in other languages
Common localized names collectors may search for.
German
Sandamer
Spanish
Sandslash
French
Sablaireau
Italian
Sandslash
Japanese
サンドパン
Japanese (Romaji)
Sandpan
Korean
고지
Chinese (Simplified)
穿山王
Chinese (Traditional)
穿山王
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