Sandshrew – Gym Heroes (#72)

Sandshrew Pokémon card from Gym Heroes (2000) — card #72. Released in 2000 as part of the Gym series, Gym Heroes introduced Sandshrew in Common rarity. This Common print by Ken Sugimori features Fighting typing. The artwork by Ken Sugimori showcases Sandshrew's distinctive Fighting, making this card a sought-after collectible for both competitive players and art enthusiasts. In gameplay, this Pokémon offers 50 HP with 1 attack, making it accessible for beginners. Subtype classification: Basic. Current market value: lowest available price in EUR is €2.56$2.82, trending up (~8.0%) over 7 days

Card overview

Sandshrew Common card from Gym Heroes (Gym, 2000) — card #72 illustrated by Ken Sugimori. It’s a Basic Fighting type with 50 HP. Key attacks include Sand Pit (20). Weak to Grass ×2; resists Lightning -30; retreat cost 1. Legalities — Unlimited: Legal. A Gym era common print with enduring collector interest.

• Set: Gym Heroes
• Card No.: 72
• Rarity: Common
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• HP: 50
• Type: Fighting
• Legalities: unlimited: Legal
• Subtype: Basic
• Prices: €2.37$2.61 (Cardmarket)
• Variants: 1stEdition, unlimited
• Price last updated: 2025/08/16 · 2025/08/16

Gameplay details

• Sand Pit [Fighting, Fighting] — 20: The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.

• Weaknesses: Grass ×2
• Resistances: Lightning -30
• Retreat: 1 (Colorless)

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