Sandile (Dark Explorers 64) – Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Sandile from the Black & White – Dark Explorers set is a Common, number 64, with 70 HP. As a straightforward Basic Darkness-type Pokémon, it pairs a defensive flip effect in Sand Dive with the dynamic Corkscrew Punch, making it a simple, reliable pick for collectors who appreciate clean, BW-era design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Attacks:
• Sand Dive: Flip a coin; if heads, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks during your opponent’s next turn.
• Corkscrew Punch: Deals 40 damage.
• Flavor Text: They live buried in the sands of the desert. The sun-warmed sands prevent their body temperature from dropping.
• Set: Black & White – Dark Explorers
• Card Number: 64/108
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Print Variants: None listed

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Black & White series’ Dark Explorers set as a Common illustrated by Hajime Kusajima. It’s a Darkness-type with a simple mix of defense and offense. No alternate printings or promotional versions are noted.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants or alternate versions exist. Identification is straightforward via the set code “bw5-64” and Common rarity. The Darkness typing and Hajime Kusajima’s artwork further aid verification.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. Its moderate HP and simple attacks suit casual play or thematic Darkness-type builds.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Common from Dark Explorers, standard protection is sufficient: sleeve it, store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, and avoid bending or moisture to preserve Hajime Kusajima’s artwork and overall condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Dark Explorers: Sandile appears as a Basic Darkness-type with a balanced defensive/offensive kit, fitting the set’s desert theme and exemplifying early Black & White mechanics and aesthetics.