The Alolan Sandslash-GX Holo Promo (SM236) is a 200 HP Water-type Pokémon card from the 2017 SM Black Star Promos series, featuring the powerful Spiky Storm-GX attack.
Alolan Sandslash-GX
2017 • Pokémon • SM Black Star Promos
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The Alolan Sandslash-GX card, designated as SM236, is a distinct entry in the 2017 SM Black Star Promos series. This Water-type Stage 1 Pokémon, which evolves from Alolan Sandshrew, boasts a formidable 200 HP and offers collectors a unique gameplay experience through its GX mechanic. The card features the Spiky Shield ability, which places damage counters on attacking opponents, alongside the devastating Spiky Storm-GX attack that targets multiple damaged Pokémon. Illustrated by 5ban Graphics, this promo release captures the strategic depth of the Sun & Moon era, making it a valuable addition for serious collectors. For enthusiasts of the Pokémon trading card game, owning a piece of this promotional era provides a tangible connection to the competitive and collectible history of the franchise. The combination of high HP, defensive utility, and offensive power makes this card a standout in the GX classification.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Alolan Sandslash-GX
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Promo
5ban Graphics
Card Stock
English
Holo
200
Water
Stage 1
Alolan Sandshrew
Metal ×2
2
28
Card Text
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Ability: Spiky Shield
If this Pokémon is your Active Pokémon and is damaged by an opponent's attack (even if this Pokémon is Knocked Out), put 3 damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon.
Attack: Frost Breath (120)
Attack: Spiky Storm-GX
This attack does 100 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon that has any damage counters on it. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)