Palossand

Paldea Evolved 096/193 • uncommon

Set: Paldea Evolved
Number: 096/193
Rarity: Uncommon
Released: 2023
Energy type: Psychic
Market price: $0.12

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$0.12market price via TCGplayer · Aug 6, 2026$0.07 – $0.16 over the tracked period

$0.12Aug 6, 2026

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Lore

Why it matters

Palossand is a unique Ghost/Ground-type Pokémon, famously depicted as a sentient sandcastle that grows in size as it absorbs the life force of others. As an uncommon card in the Paldea Evolved set, it serves as a grounded representation of this spectral creature, which has remained a memorable addition to the Pokédex since its debut in the Alola region.

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What it does

150 HPStage 1

Cost: psychic energy colorless energySpooky Shot40

Cost: psychic energy colorless energy colorless energyEarthen Power80+

If you have a Stadium in play, this attack does 80 more damage.

Weaknessdarkness energy×2Resistancefighting energy-30Retreatcolorless energy colorless energy colorless energy colorless energy

The terrifying Palossand drags smaller Pokémon into its sandy body. Once its victims are trapped, it drains them of their vitality whenever it pleases.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Palossand is a Ghost and Ground-type Pokémon introduced in the Alola region, famously known for its eerie habit of constructing sandcastles to ensnare prey. This particular card was released in the 2023 expansion Paldea Evolved, a set that bridged the gap between the newer Scarlet and Violet mechanics and the broader Pokémon Trading Card Game ecosystem. The card design highlights the Pokémon's unique composition, reflecting its subterranean nature and the spectral energy it commands as a Psychic-type unit within the game.

The artwork for this card was rendered by illustrator Kouki Saitou, a long-standing contributor to the Pokémon franchise known for his dynamic character positioning. Saitou aimed to capture the foreboding presence of the creature amidst a beach setting, utilizing the characteristic aesthetic of the Scarlet and Violet era, which emphasizes clean lines and vibrant, saturated colors. Upon release, the card was widely received by players and collectors as a functional uncommon utility piece, praised for its thematic accuracy and the artist's ability to render the texture of sand and shadow.

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