Sandy Shocks ex
Prismatic Evolutions

#56 Sandy Shocks ex - Prismatic Evolutions (sv8pt5)

Sandy Shocks ex is a Fighting-type Pokémon with 220 HP and a retreat cost of two Colorless Energy. It features the ability Magnetic Absorption, which allows attaching a Basic Fighting Energy card from the discard pile to this Pokémon once during your turn if the opponent has 4 or fewer Prize cards remaining. Its primary attack, Earthen Spike, costs two Fighting and one Colorless Energy to deal 200 damage but prevents the Pokémon from attacking during the next turn. The card’s rules state that when your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. It has a Grass-type weakness with double damage, making it vulnerable to Grass attacks. Sandy Shocks ex is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, released in the Prismatic Evolutions set on January 17, 2025. The card is classified as Double Rare and marked with regulation symbol G. Its design emphasizes strategic energy management and defensive playthroughs.