Sandy Shocks ex 250 / 182 Pokemon Card from Paradox Rift Set
Sandy Shocks ex is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 220 HP. It is a Basic Pokémon and belongs to the ex and Ancient subtypes. The card features artwork by…
Set: Paradox Rift
Number: 250/182
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
Set
About the Sandy Shocks ex Pokémon Card
Sandy Shocks ex is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 220 HP from the Paradox Rift set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 250/182 and is classified as Special Illustration Rare. The Paradox Rift set was released on November 3, 2023.
Sandy Shocks ex Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Sandy Shocks ex
Card number: 250/182
Set: Paradox Rift
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
Subtypes: Basic, ex, Ancient
Type: Fighting
HP: 220
Artist: Toshinao Aoki
Release date: November 3, 2023
National Pokédex number: 989
Why Collect the Sandy Shocks ex Pokémon Card?
Sandy Shocks ex sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Paradox Rift set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Sandy Shocks ex Pokémon Card
Sandy Shocks ex was illustrated by Toshinao Aoki.
For Special Illustration Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Sandy Shocks ex Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Sandy Shocks ex is about $9.25. Recent listings range from roughly $7.26 (low) to
6.99 (high), with a mid-point near
0.00. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Paradox Rift set has a median card value near $0.27 and an average near $4.82, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +12% over the last 7 days and +8% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Paradox Rift set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Sandy Shocks ex Pokémon Card
Whether Sandy Shocks ex is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 956 copies of this card, of which 349 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 36.5%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Sandy Shocks ex Pokémon Card?
Special Illustration Rare cards such as Sandy Shocks ex are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (250/182) sits above the set's printed total of 182, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 956 copies to date.
Other Printings of Sandy Shocks ex
Sandy Shocks ex appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Prismatic Evolutions 159 (around
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Sandy Shocks ex Pokémon Card
The Sandy Shocks ex pokémon card is a Special Illustration Rare card from the Paradox Rift set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about $9.25; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Sandy Shocks ex card from?
Sandy Shocks ex is from the Paradox Rift set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 250/182 with the Special Illustration Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Sandy Shocks ex card?
Sandy Shocks ex is classified as Special Illustration Rare.
How much is the Sandy Shocks ex 250/182 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $9.25, within a recent range of roughly $7.26 to
6.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Sandy Shocks ex card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 956 copies so far, with about 36.5% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Sandy Shocks ex?
PSA has graded 956 copies, of which 349 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 36.5%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Sandy Shocks ex card?
Special Illustration Rare cards such as Sandy Shocks ex are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Paradox Rift set released?
The Paradox Rift set was released on November 3, 2023.
Are there other printings of Sandy Shocks ex?
Yes. Sandy Shocks ex appears on 9 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
