Alolan Sandslash-GX
Alolan Sandslash-GX is a Promo Pokémon TCG printing from SM Black Star Promos (#SM236). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $12.39 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2017. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Alolan Sandslash-GX suits collectors working on SM Black Star Promos who need the Promo slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Alolan Sandslash-GX from SM Black Star Promos?
Alolan Sandslash-GX is a Pokémon card in SM Black Star Promos numbered SM236. It evolves from Alolan Sandshrew. National Pokédex #28. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Alolan Sandslash-GX worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $12.39 for Alolan Sandslash-GX. Low and high spread runs $15.00 to $117.40. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | SM Black Star Promos |
|---|---|
| Number | SM236 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $12.39 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.57 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 200 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Alolan Sandshrew |
| Frost Breath | WaterColorlessColorless 120 |
| Spiky Storm-GX | WaterColorlessColorless 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.) |
| 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. |
| Weakness | Metal ×2 |
How collectible is Alolan Sandslash-GX?
Alolan Sandslash-GX is listed as Promo in SM Black Star Promos. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Alolan Sandslash-GX?
Catalog fields: set SM Black Star Promos, rarity Promo. Illustrated by 5ban Graphics. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Alolan Sandslash-GX (#SM236) is a promo-line printing from SM Black Star Promos where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Alolan Sandslash-GX is catalogued as Promo printing in SM Black Star Promos, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $12.39.
- Illustrator 5ban Graphics has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $12.39 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Alolan Sandslash-GX worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $12.39 for ungraded Alolan Sandslash-GX from SM Black Star Promos. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Alolan Sandslash-GX from?
Alolan Sandslash-GX is listed in SM Black Star Promos (Sun & Moon) as card #SM236. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Alolan Sandslash-GX?
Our catalog lists Alolan Sandslash-GX as Promo in SM Black Star Promos. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Alolan Sandslash-GX good for collectors or players?
Alolan Sandslash-GX includes gameplay stats in SM Black Star Promos. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.