Alolan Sandshrew #19 from the 2017 Pokémon Guardians Rising set, featuring a Common reverse holo finish and Water-type Basic Pokémon gameplay.
Alolan Sandshrew
2017 • Pokémon • Guardians Rising
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Alolan Sandshrew #19 is a Common card from the Pokémon Guardians Rising set released in 2017. This reverse holo variant offers a distinct visual finish within the collection, designed by artist Mizue. As a Basic Water-type Pokémon, it brings a unique elemental strategy to the trading card game. The card carries 60 HP and features two primary attacks: Defense Curl and Ice Ball. Defense Curl requires a coin flip to potentially block damage during the opponent's next turn, while Ice Ball deals 30 damage for a modest energy cost. The retreat cost is set at 1, allowing for flexible positioning on the battlefield. The flavor text highlights its natural habitat on snowy mountains, noting that its hard steel shell prevents it from curling into a ball. Collectors appreciate this card for its straightforward design and the nostalgic appeal of the Guardians Rising era. The reverse holo treatment adds a shimmering effect that enhances its display quality for set builders and casual players alike.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Alolan Sandshrew
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Common
Mizue
Card Stock
English
Reverse Holo
60
Water
Basic
Metal ×2
1
27
Card Text
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Attack: Defense Curl
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks during your opponent's next turn.
Attack: Ice Ball (30)
It lives on snowy mountains. Its steel shell is very hard—so much so, it can't roll its body up into a ball.
