Sandslash • Unova Pokédex

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Sandslash

Sandslash
Sprite of Sandslash in Pokémon HOME

Sandslash's Type

GROUND

Sandslash's Pokédex #s

National #
28
Galar #
--
Armor #
169
Crown #
--

Sandslash's Base Stats

HP:
75
Attack:
100
Defense:
110
Sp. Atk:
45
Sp. Def:
55
Speed:
65
Total:
450

Misc. Info

Height:
3'3" (1m)
Weight:
65 lbs. (29.5 kg)
Gender Ratio:
Egg Groups:
Field
EXP At Lv. 100:
1,000,000
EV Yield:
2 Defense
Base EXP:
158
Catch Rate:
90
Base Happiness:
70

Sandslash's Abilities

Here are what abilities Sandslash can possibly have, along with their effects.
Sand Veil
Raises Sandslash's base evasion by 25% in a sandstorm. Prevents sandstorm damage to Sandslash.
Sand Rush
Doubles Sandslash's Speed while the weather is sandstorm. Prevents sandstorm damage to Sandslash.

Weaknesses & Resistances

Below is a list of what Sandslash's weakness and resistance is to various types.
WATER
GRASS
ICE
½
POISON
ROCK
immune
ELECTRIC

Sandslash's Evolution Line

Below you'll find a list of all Pokémon Sandslash evolves from or into, along with its evolution method.
Sandshrew
Sandshrew
starting form
Sandslash
Sandslash
at level 22

Sandslash's Moves

Below is a list of all of the moves that Sandslash can learn, along with what level it learns the move, the TM or TR number, and what egg moves it can learn, if any. Hover over a move (desktop/laptop) or click the ? button next to the move (mobile/tablet) to find out more about the move.

Sandslash's Detailed Stats

Below you'll find a more detailed table containing Sandslash's calculated stats, which are the stats that you actually see displayed in game. These are affected by a variety of things, such as level, Effort Values (EVs), Individual Values (IVs), and Sandslash's Nature.

By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Sandslash is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
Stats at
level 100
0 EVs 252+ EVs Base Stat
Min Max Min Max
HP
260 291 323 354 75
Attack
205 236 268 299 100
Defense
225 256 288 319 110
Sp. Atk
95 126 158 189 45
Sp. Def
115 146 178 209 55
Speed
135 166 198 229 65
Total
450

Where to Find Sandslash

If you're looking for where to find Sandslash, you'll find the various methods listed down below, along with any notes or special locations. This should help you figure out how to get Sandslash in Pokémon Sword & Shield. (Currently this does not show most "strong" static encounters or Max Raid Battles.)

Special Ways to Get Sandslash

Catchable during Dynamax Adventures in Crown Tundra (DLC), level 65.

Also available in some raids and as a wandering overworld encounter.

Getting Sandslash By Evolution

Evolves from Sandshrew at level 22.

Pokédex Entries for Sandslash

Generation 5 Pokédex Entries

Black White
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
Black 2 White 2
The spikes on its body are made up of its hardened hide. It rolls up and attacks foes with its spikes.

Generation 4 Pokédex Entries

Diamond Pearl Platinum
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
HeartGold
In an attempt to hide itself, it will run around at top speed to kick up a blinding dust storm.
SoulSilver
If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spikes and claws. They grow back in a day.

Generation 3 Pokédex Entries

Ruby
SANDSLASH's body is covered by tough spikes, which are hardened sections of its hide. Once a year, the old spikes fall out, to be replaced with new spikes that grow out from beneath the old ones.
Sapphire
SANDSLASH can roll up its body as if it were a ball covered with large spikes. In battle, this POKéMON will try to make the foe flinch by jabbing it with its spines. It then leaps at the stunned foe to tear wildly with its sharp claws.
Emerald
It curls up in a ball to protect itself from enemy attacks. It also curls up to prevent heatstroke during the daytime when temperatures rise sharply.
FireRed
It is adept at attacking with the spines on its back and its sharp claws while quickly scurrying about.
LeafGreen
Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.

Generation 2 Pokédex Entries

Gold
In an attempt to hide itself, it will run around at top speed to kick up a blinding dust storm.
Silver
If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spikes and claws. They grow back in a day.
Crystal
Adept at climbing trees, it rolls into a spiny ball, then attacks its enemies from above.

Generation 1 Pokédex Entries

Red Blue
Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
Yellow
It is skilled at slashing enemies with its claws. If broken, they start to grow back in a day.
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