Sandslash #028
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Sandslash
#028
- Mouse Pokemon
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type | ![]() |
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| gender | 50.0% ![]() | 50.0% ![]() |
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| height | 3'3" | 1.0 m | |
| weight | 65.0 lb. | 29.5 kg | |
| generation |
1st (Red, Blue, Yellow) National: #028 | Johto: #049 | Hoenn: #113
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Locations
Where to catch Sandslash in Pokemon Blue
| Area | Levels | Method | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerulean Cave (1f) | 52 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 10% |
| Cerulean Cave (B1f) | 57 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 5% |
| Route 23 | 41 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 5% |
Where to catch Sandslash in Pokemon Yellow
| Area | Levels | Method | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerulean Cave (1f) | 52 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 10% |
| Cerulean Cave (2f) | 56 | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 10% |
Moves
Abilities
| Sand Veil | Increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. |
Level-up Moves
| Lv. | Move | Type | Class | Pow. | PP | Acc. | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scratch | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 35 | 100% | Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect. |
| 1 | Sand-attack | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 15 | 100% | Lowers the target's accuracy by one stage. |
| 10 | Sand-attack | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 15 | 100% | Lowers the target's accuracy by one stage. |
| 17 | Slash | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 20 | 100% | Has an increased chance for a critical hit. |
| 27 | Poison Sting | ![]() | ![]() | 15 | 35 | 100% | Has a 30% chance to poison the target. |
| 36 | Swift | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 20 | -- | Never misses. |
| 47 | Fury Swipes | ![]() | ![]() | 18 | 15 | 80% | Hits 2-5 times in one turn. |
TMs/HMs
| # | Move | Type | Class | Pow. | PP | Acc. | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM3 | Swords Dance | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 30 | -- | Raises the user's Attack by two stages. |
| TM6 | Toxic | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 10 | 90% | Badly poisons the target, inflicting more damage every turn. |
| TM8 | Body Slam | ![]() | ![]() | 85 | 15 | 100% | Has a 30% chance to paralyze the target. |
| TM9 | Take Down | ![]() | ![]() | 90 | 20 | 85% | User receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil. |
| TM10 | Double-edge | ![]() | ![]() | 120 | 15 | 100% | User receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil. |
| TM15 | Hyper Beam | ![]() | ![]() | 150 | 5 | 90% | User foregoes its next turn to recharge. |
| TM17 | Submission | ![]() | ![]() | 80 | 25 | 80% | User receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil. |
| TM19 | Seismic Toss | ![]() | ![]() | 1 | 20 | 100% | Inflicts damage equal to the user's level. |
| TM20 | Rage | ![]() | ![]() | 20 | 20 | 100% | If the user is hit after using this move, its Attack rises by one stage. |
| TM26 | Earthquake | ![]() | ![]() | 100 | 10 | 100% | Inflicts regular damage and can hit Dig users. |
| TM27 | Fissure | ![]() | ![]() | 1 | 5 | 30% | Causes a one-hit KO. |
| TM28 | Dig | ![]() | ![]() | 80 | 10 | 100% | User digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn. |
| TM31 | Mimic | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 10 | -- | Copies the target's last used move. |
| TM32 | Double Team | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 15 | -- | Raises the user's evasion by one stage. |
| TM34 | Bide | ![]() | ![]() | 1 | 10 | -- | User waits for 2-3 turns, then hits back for twice the damage it took. |
| TM39 | Swift | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 20 | -- | Never misses. |
| TM40 | Skull Bash | ![]() | ![]() | 100 | 15 | 100% | Raises the user's Defense by one stage. User charges for one turn before attacking. |
| TM44 | Rest | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 10 | -- | User sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself. |
| TM48 | Rock Slide | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 10 | 90% | Has a 30% chance to make the target flinch. |
| TM50 | Substitute | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 10 | -- | Transfers 1/4 of the user's max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks. |
| HM1 | Cut | ![]() | ![]() | 50 | 30 | 95% | Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect. |
| HM4 | Strength | ![]() | ![]() | 80 | 15 | 100% | Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect. |
Stats
| at level 100 | Base | Hindering (90%) | Neutral (100%) | Beneficial (110%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 75 | 260 - 354 | 260 - 354 | 260 - 354 |
| Attack | 100 | 184 - 269 | 205 - 299 | 225 - 328 |
| Defense | 110 | 202 - 287 | 225 - 319 | 247 - 350 |
| Sp. Attack | 45 | 85 - 170 | 95 - 189 | 104 - 207 |
| Sp. Defense | 55 | 103 - 188 | 115 - 209 | 126 - 229 |
| Speed | 65 | 121 - 206 | 135 - 229 | 148 - 251 |
| TOTAL | 450 | |||
Other Stats
| Base Experience | Max Experience | Catch Rate | Happiness | EV Yields |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 163 | 1,000,000 | 90 | 70 | Defense: 2 points |
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Images
| Black | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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| Ruby | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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| Crystal | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
| Red | ![]() ![]() |
| Blue | |
| Yellow | ![]() ![]() |
Flavortext
| Black 2 | The spikes on its body are made up of its hardened hide. It rolls up and attacks foes with its spikes. |
| White 2 | |
| Black | |
| White | |
| Diamond | It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage. |
| Pearl | |
| Platinum | |
| 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. |
| Ruby | SANDSLASH's body is covered by tough spikes, which are hardened sections of its hide. Once a year, the old spikes fallout, to be replaced with new spikes that grow out from beneath the old ones. |
| Sapphire | |
| Emerald | |
| 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. |
| Gold | In an attempt to hide itself, it will run aroundat top speed to kick up a blinding dust storm. |
| Silver | If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap offits 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. |
| Red | Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. Itcan roll while curled up to attack or escape. |
| Blue | |
| Yellow | It is skilled at slashing enemies with its claws.If broken, they start to grow back in a day. |
Other
| Name Etymology | Sand + slash |
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← #027 Sandshrew | #029 Nidoran F → |

#027 Sandshrew
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