Question 1

What is the current market value of Sandy Shocks ex #228?

Accepted Answer

Sandy Shocks ex (Paradox Rift) is presently valued at about $1.84 in raw condition. Over the last 7 days it gained 9.5%. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($1.69), by 8.7%. In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $1.54 to $2.10 (30% spread), a moderate-volatility profile. This version is categorized as Ultra Rare.

Question 2

Is Sandy Shocks ex #228 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Weekly movement is positive (9.5%), and value remains materially above its recent low (19%). Observed 90-day bounds of $1.54 and $2.10 create a 30% band, matching a moderate-volatility profile. Versus the 30-day average ($1.69), the card is trading 8.7% higher. Without a consistent graded comp in the current snapshot, live listings are still required for reliable condition-based valuation.

Question 3

What is Sandy Shocks ex #228 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Sandy Shocks ex appears in Paradox Rift, released in 2023. Core profile: Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Ultra Rare. Printed HP is 220. Energy typing is Fighting. This print is categorized under the Basic, ex, and Ancient subtype. The card text reads: Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. This card has the following ability: "Magnetic Absorption". The printed attacks highlight "Earthen Spike". It is weak to Grass type energy. This rarity tier generally sits in premium chase segments relative to base rarities.

Question 4

What are the alternative Sandy cards available?

Accepted Answer

Other Sandy printings create a useful comparison set for Sandy Shocks ex. This comparison sample includes 4 alternatives across 2 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.64 and $30.77 (4708% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($9.81), this card is -81%. Notable alternatives include Sandy Shocks ex #108 (Paradox Rift) at $0.65, Sandy Shocks ex #250 (Paradox Rift) at $7.20, Sandy Shocks ex #159 (Prismatic Evolutions) at $30.77, and Sandy Shocks ex #56 (Prismatic Evolutions) at $0.64.

Question 5

What set is Sandy Shocks ex #228 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Paradox Rift entered circulation in 2023. It belongs to the Scarlet & Violet series. With 266 listed cards, this is a very large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 3 years old and sits in a modern-era collecting window. In the Paradox Rift checklist, Sandy Shocks ex occupies position #228 as a Ultra Rare card.

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