Sandy Shocks ex
Pokemon TCG • Paradox Rift
Card Type
Basic Pokemon ex (Ancient)
Set & Number
Paradox Rift - 108/182
Rarity
Double Rare (RR)
Edition & Language
Unlimited • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $0.50 - $1.50 | Graded (PSA 10): $15.00 - $25.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay and TCGPlayer sales show this card consistently selling for under $1.50 in raw, near-mint condition as it is a standard ultra rare from a widely available modern set.
Condition Details
The card appears to be in excellent condition from the front. Centering looks slightly shifted toward the bottom border. Edges and corners appear sharp without visible whitening on the front side, though the back is not visible for a full assessment.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $15-$25) exceeds the current market value of the card even at a high grade. Grading is typically reserved for the Secret Rare/Special Illustration Rare versions of this card (set number 250/182).
Card Description
220 HP Fighting-type Basic Pokemon. Ability: Magnetic Absorption - Once during your turn, if your opponent has 4 or fewer Prize cards remaining, you may attach a Basic Fighting Energy card from your discard pile to this Pokémon. Attack: Earthen Spike (Energy cost: 2 Fighting, 1 Colorless) - 200 damage. During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.
Notable Features
Features the 'Ancient' label bar in the top right corner. The holofoil pattern is a typical vertical 'slash' or 'fingerprint' texture used for Scarlet & Violet era ex cards.
Authentication Notes
The card exhibits the correct font style, layout, and holofoil border properties for the Paradox Rift expansion. There are no immediate signs of a counterfeit (e.g., incorrect fonts, lack of texture, or blurry printing).
Scanned: 2026-02-24T18:40:58.662591