Sandile #135

Sandile is a Basic card from the Black Bolt set (card #135). It carries a rarity of Illustration Rare, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Darkness-type Pokémon, Sandile brings distinct strategic advantages to TCG gameplay.

Darkness-type Pokémon disrupt the opponent's hand and board state. A favourite in mill and control decks.

Sandile is a Basic Pokémon, meaning it can be played directly onto the bench without needing to evolve. Basic Pokémon form the foundation of any deck and are essential for getting your game started.

With 70 HP, Sandile has modest HP, typical of lower-stage or support Pokémon that rely on abilities rather than raw stats.

At $18.82, Sandile is a meaningful card in the Black Bolt set. This price point makes it a worthwhile grading candidate — a PSA 10 could potentially double or triple the raw value. Use a grading estimator to assess whether submission is worth the cost.

From an investment perspective, Sandile benefits from being a Illustration Rare card in the Black Bolt expansion. Cards from popular sets with iconic Pokémon tend to appreciate 15-30% annually once the set goes out of print. Monitor price trends and consider grading valuable copies for maximum resale value.