Sandstorm·#12·2003
Shiftry, the formidable Grass/Dark type Pokémon introduced in Generation III, evolves from Nuzleaf and is renowned for its cunning nature and control over forest winds. This specific Shiftry card from the 2003 Sandstorm set is a holographic rare, featuring a unique Poké-POWER that sets it apart from other printings of the Pokémon. Here, visitors will discover Shiftry's Pokédex lore, its detailed attack mechanics including energy costs, weakness, and the card's historical context within the TCG.
Read more ↓Shiftry, the Wicked Pokémon, is a Grass/Dark type introduced in Generation III. It is the final evolution of Seedot, evolving from Nuzleaf when exposed to a Leaf Stone. Native to dense forests, Shiftry are known for their ability to manipulate wind with the leafy fans on their arms, often using this power to create gusts that can level a 100-year-old tree. Their diet primarily consists of forest fruits and berries, though they are also known to be cunning and sometimes mischievous, leading to tales of them leading people astray in the woods. In the games, Shiftry are often portrayed as swift special attackers, and their unique typing offers interesting strategic advantages and disadvantages against various other Pokémon types. In the anime, Shiftry have appeared as powerful and sometimes antagonistic wild Pokémon, reinforcing their reputation as formidable forest dwellers. Culturally, they embody a blend of nature's beauty and its untamed, sometimes dangerous, side.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
