【Pokédex】 #0027 Sandshrew Ground / サンド | The おーぱーつ
Sandshrew is a Ground-type Pokémon, known as the Mouse. Its size (2'00") is about like a kindergarten child, and it weighs (26.5 lbs) about as much as a heavy backpack!
This Pokémon, Sandshrew,
would be an amazing partner! Where is the first place you would want to go play together?
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📜 Research Note: Etymology 【Sandshrew】
🔍 Observation Data
- Generation: Generation 1
- Region: Kanto Region
- Main Records:
Explore the fragments of a history untold in regular Pokédexes.
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No.0027：Sandshrew：さんど Pokédex
| Sandshrew is a Ground/ type Pokémon | |
|---|---|
| Type 1 |  Ground |
| Type 2 | None |
| Pokémon No. | 0027 | |
|---|---|---|
| English Name | Sandshrew Standard Form | Official Pokédex |
| Japanese Name | サンド | 公式図鑑へ |
| Generation | Generation 1 | |
| Region | Kanto Region | |
| Registration No. / Population | #0001-0151（151 Pokémon） | |
| Game Title | Pokémon Red and Blue [Game Boy] | |
| Related Title | ||
| Related Titles | ||
| Related Games | ||
| Unique Tags | Spiky | |
Basic Info (Details)
| Category | Mouse |
|---|---|
| Height | 2'00" |
| Weight | 26.5lbs |
| Gender | ♂♀ |
| Abilities | Sand Veil |
| Characteristic 1 | No matter how high a place it falls from, this Pokémon can save itself by rolling into a ball and bouncing. |
| Characteristic 2 | It digs deep burrows to live in. When in danger, it rolls up its body to withstand attacks. |
Awakening of Kotodama: The Etymology and Lore of 【サンド】 and 【Sandshrew】
【SANDO】
*There are various theories
📜 Research Note: The Origins of the Japanese Name 【サンド】 = 【SANDO】
"Everyone, do you think the name 'サンド (SANDO)' is just a mere label?"
Actually, hidden beneath its echo lies an astonishing history we've nearly forgotten, along with the very soul of its creators. Today, we redefine what a Pokédex can be—moving beyond the mere surface of information.
"I see! So it means 【A seeker of silence beneath the golden 『SAND』, a humble shrew that hides from the sun's scorching gaze.】!"
[OOPARTS Memo] The True Resonance of "Romaji"
【SANDO】
"A Pokémon's name is perfected through a trinity: Japanese, English, and 'Romaji'—a unique Japanese incantation. It reflects the prayers and soul the creators poured into every single sound. This resonance, mirrored through the Latin alphabet, is the very source of the sanctuary that captures the world."
🌍 The Origins of the English Name 【Sandshrew】
"A name. It is the very first incantation that breathes life into an existence."
Etymologies slumbering in the abyss of languages worldwide, and lore passed down through generations. Let us now unravel the radiant truth engraved at their very roots.
"Aha! So that was it!? It comes from 【A burrowing 『Shrew』 that seeks its sanctuary beneath the golden 『Sand』.】!"
【21g of Soul】
A true name is a fragment of a forgotten, ancient spell. In this section, we untangle the 'etymologies' resting deep within the world's languages and the 'lore' passed down through ages, illuminating the true brilliance inscribed in the origins of their existence.
Listen closely to the melody of the Kotodama (Spirit of Language) echoing across thousands of years. *There are various theories.
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Shiny Information
| Shiny Availability | Pokémon GO |
|---|---|
| The Prophecy Resonates | The Prophecy Resonates |
| Normal Color (Ref) | Shiny Color (Ref) |
- Battle
- Unique
- Analysis (Coming Soon)
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- Unique 2 (Coming Soon)
- Analysis 2 (Coming Soon)
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Behold the Weakness! ■ Triple-Core Attribute Matrix: 【ASHURA Engine】
With over 1,000 Pokémon and 18 distinct types (10 in TCG), the complexity of type match-ups is staggering. From the immunity and multiplier variations in the main series and Pokémon GO to the intricate 'Double' and 'Triple' resistances—not to mention the unique type-shifts in the TCG—mastering the 'Golden Rule of Types' from memory alone is a near-impossible feat.
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Current Status of Ashura Engine Ver.1.0
【Current Features (Defense Phase Matchups)】
In this version, we completely visualize how your selected Pokémon can withstand enemy attacks during the "Defense Phase." At a single glance, you can identify which types deal massive damage and which types can be safely blocked.
Based on Sandshrew's typing (Ground/), the following two critical stats are automatically calculated with their respective multipliers:
- ① Weakness (Threats when attacked):
Which types will trigger your weakness when the opponent attacks? You can instantly cover all the "natural enemy types" that require the utmost caution during battle. - ② Resistance (Shields when attacked):
Which types will significantly reduce the incoming damage when hit by the opponent? You can instantly cover all the "ironclad defense types" to gain a tactical advantage.
| Sandshrew is a Ground/ type Pokémon | |
|---|---|
| Type 1 | Ground |
| Type 2 | None |
Pokémon TCG Defense
- (V1.0 Prototype: 10 Types (excl. Fairy), Reg. marks H/I/J, excl. irregulars)
| Type | Weakness (x2) | Resistance (-30) |
|---|---|---|
| Fighting◀Ground (Original Type 1) | Water | Lightning |
Original Defense
| Weakness | Resistance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Water |  x2 | Rock |  x0.5 |
| Ice | x2 | Poison |  x0.5 |
| Grass |  x2 | Electric |  x0 |
Pokémon GO Defense
| Weakness | Resistance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | x1.6 | Rock | x0.625 |
| Ice | x1.6 | Poison | x0.625 |
| Grass | x1.6 | Electric | x0.391 |
Base Stats / Status
| HP | 50 | Attack | 75 | Defense | 85 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sp. Atk | 20 | Sp. Def | 30 | Speed | 40 |
| Stats Total | 300 |
Unique Info
Unique Info：
Defined by its spikes. Known for using "Defense Curl" and "Sand Attack."
Analysis
（Coming Soon）
Battle 2・Abilities Data
Sand Veil
Boosts the Pokémon’s evasiveness in a sandstorm.
Unique 2
（Coming Soon）
Analysis 2
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