Sandygast – Cosmic Eclipse (#126)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Sandygast (#126) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Cosmic Eclipse released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Yukiko Baba and the Astonish attack (10 damage), Choose a random card from your opponent's hand. Your opponent reveals that card and shuffles it into their deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.11, Cardmarket average sale is €0.10, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.11
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.12
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Cosmic Eclipse
- Card Number
- 126
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yukiko Baba
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Palossand
Attacks & Strategy
-
Astonish
[Fighting]
— 10
Choose a random card from your opponent's hand. Your opponent reveals that card and shuffles it into their deck. - Hook [Colorless, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Sandygast from Cosmic Eclipse (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yukiko Baba.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Sandygast 126 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Sandygast's Astonish deals 10 damage for Fighting energy. Special effect: Choose a random card from your opponent's hand. Your opponent reveals that card and shuffles it into...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmic Eclipse #126 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.11 |
�📦 Cosmic Eclipse Set Context
This Sandygast is part of the Cosmic Eclipse expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yukiko Baba, 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 Sandygast 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
- Common cards from Cosmic Eclipse are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yukiko Baba 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: Sandygast 126 was released in 2019 in the Cosmic Eclipse expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Yukiko Baba. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Cosmic Eclipse represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Sandygast with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Sandygast 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: Sandygast works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.