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Cards/Sandslash
Sandslash card from the Mega Evolution set
Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 1 Pokémon

Sandslash

Defends against attacks with a coin flip.

Fighting120 HPStage 1Intermediate to play

What this card does

During your opponent's next turn, if the Defending Pokémon tries to use an attack, there's a chance it won't happen.

Powerful Mud Shot attack for 100 damage.

Signature attack

Mud Shot

No game text. (100 damage)

Sand Attack makes Sandslash hard to predict and defend against, while Mud Shot deals significant damage. Both attacks are useful in various strategies.

Attacks

CC
Sand Attack50

During your opponent's next turn, if the Defending Pokémon tries to use an attack, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack doesn't happen.

FCC
Mud Shot100

Which deck it belongs in

Works well in decks that need unpredictability and strong offensive capabilities.

Strengths
  • Defensive with Sand Attack
  • Strong Mud Shot attack
Watch out for
  • Limited by Grass weakness
  • Needs Colorless Energy for attacks
Pro tip

Use Sandslash in decks where you can manage the Energy requirements and capitalize on its unpredictability.

From the Pokédex

Sandslash evolves from Sandshrew when it reaches a certain level.

Note for the parent

Sandslash is a versatile card that can add an element of surprise to your child's deck.

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