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Sandile
McDonald's Collection 2011 8/12
- Set
- McDonald's Collection 2011
- Number
- 8/12
- Released
- 2011
- Energy type
- fighting energy
- Finish
- Holographic
- Market price
- $10.91
- Artist
- Ken Sugimori
What it does
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
It moves along below the sand's surface, except for its nose and eyes. A dark membrane shields its eyes from the sun.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
The Sandile card was released as part of the 2011 McDonald's Pokémon TCG promotional set, a collaboration between The Pokémon Company and the fast-food chain. Produced during the Black & White era of the franchise, this set was designed to promote the release of the Pokémon Black and White video games, featuring newly introduced Generation V creatures. The card was distributed in Happy Meals, making it a highly accessible entry point for younger players to engage with the trading card game.
The design of this specific card features artwork by Midori Harada, a long-time illustrator for the Pokémon TCG known for her distinct, vibrant style. The artwork depicts Sandile in its natural desert-dwelling habitat, emphasizing its Ground and Dark-type characteristics. While the card is a standard promotional release rather than a rare collector's piece, it remains a nostalgic touchstone for players who began their journey with the Black and White generation.
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