This Pokémon trading card game card from the Guardians Rising series, featuring Alolan Sandshrew. A sought-after Basic Pokémon for collectors of the 2017 release.
Alolan Sandshrew
2017 • Pokémon • Guardians Rising
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The Pokémon Alolan Sandshrew card, designated as number 19a, originates from the Guardians Rising set released in 2017. This Water-type Basic Pokémon features artwork by Hideki Ishikawa, bringing a distinct visual style to the collection. Collectors often seek this entry for its place within the expanding universe of Pokémon trading cards, appreciating the unique regional variant design that distinguishes it from its standard counterpart. The card’s gameplay mechanics include Defense Curl, which can prevent damage, and WaterColorlessColorless Ice Ball, offering strategic options during play. As part of the Guardians Rising expansion, this card represents a key era in Pokémon TCG history, appealing to those who value the lore and design evolution of the franchise. Whether you are building a comprehensive set or collecting specific regional variants, Alolan Sandshrew 19a holds a notable position for enthusiasts. The card’s identity as a Common rarity piece makes it accessible yet highly desirable for those focusing on set completion and thematic collections.
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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
Hideki Ishikawa
Card Stock
English
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.