This catalog entry covers the 2003 Pokémon Sandstorm Wobbuffet #26 Rare trading card, featuring Psychic-type gameplay by artist Atsuko Nishida.
Wobbuffet
2003 • Pokémon • Sandstorm
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The Pokémon Sandstorm Wobbuffet #26 is a Rare card from the 2003 Sandstorm expansion, designed by Atsuko Nishida. As a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon with 80 HP, it offers distinct tactical options for collectors and players interested in early Generation 3 mechanics. The card features the Safeguard ability, which prevents all effects of attacks, including damage, from opponent Pokémon-ex. Its primary attack, Flip Over 50, requires Wobbuffet to take 10 damage to itself, ignoring Weakness and Resistance during that turn. This self-damaging mechanic creates a high-risk, high-reward dynamic that defines its strategic niche. Collectors often seek this card for its nostalgic value within the Sandstorm set and its role in early TCG history. Completing sets from this era provides insight into the evolving design and balance of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. The card remains a recognizable piece of Pokémon memorabilia for fans of the franchise.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Wobbuffet
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Atsuko Nishida
Card Stock
English
80
Psychic
Basic
Psychic ×2
2
202
Card Text
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Ability: Safeguard
Prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Wobbuffet by your opponent's Pokémon-ex.
Attack: Flip Over (50)
Wobbuffet does 10 damage to itself, and don't apply Weakness and Resistance to this damage.