Sandslash – Supreme Victors (#42)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Sandslash (#42) is a Rare card from Platinum - Supreme Victors released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Needle attack (40 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed and Poisoned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.15, Cardmarket average sale is €2.00, Floor listings start near €0.26.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.15
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.28
- Recent low listing: €0.26
Card Details
- Set
- Supreme Victors
- Card Number
- 42
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Water +20
- Resistances
- Lightning -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Dig Down
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may look at the top 5 cards in your deck. Choose as many Fighting Energy cards as you like, show them to your opponent, and put them into your hand. Put the other cards back on top of your deck. Shuffle your deck afterward. This power can't be used if Sandslash is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Needle
[Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 40
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed and Poisoned.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Sandslash from Supreme Victors (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Sandslash 42 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Sandslash's Needle deals 40 damage for Fighting + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed and Poisoned.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Water +20 • Resistant to Lightning -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supreme Victors #42 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare | $2.15 |
�📦 Supreme Victors Set Context
This Sandslash is part of the Supreme Victors expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Sandslash card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare cards from Supreme Victors are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Sandslash 42 was released in 2009 in the Supreme Victors expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Supreme Victors is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Sandslash have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Sandslash card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Sandslash works best in Fighting type decks.