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Sandslash

Sandslash

#114 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Mouse Pokémon

Sandslash

#114 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Mouse Pokémon

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

75

260

354

Attack

100

184

328

Defense

110

202

350

Sp. Atk

45

85

207

Sp. Def

55

103

229

Speed

65

121

251

Total

450

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

Sandshrew

Nidoran♀

Sandslash normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Sandslash sprite

Shiny

Sandslash

Mouse Pokémon

#114
Ground

Height

1 m (3'03")

Weight

29.5 kg (65 lbs)

Abilities

Sand VeilSand Rush(Hidden Ability)

It's Super Effective

Damage multipliers Sandslash takes from each attacking type, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance.

Weak to

Water

Grass

Ice

Resists

Electric

Poison

0.5×

Rock

0.5×

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Updated Unova #114
EV yield
2 Def
Catch rate
90
Base Exp.
158

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
Field
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
20 (5,120 steps)

Lore

Version-specific Pokédex entries for this Pokémon.
Pokémon Black 2 box art

Pokémon Black 2

The spikes on its body are made up of its hardened hide. It rolls up and attacks foes with its spikes.

Pokémon White 2 box art

Pokémon White 2

The spikes on its body are made up of its hardened hide. It rolls up and attacks foes with its spikes.

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Sandshrew

Sandshrew

#113

Use Ice Stone

Sandslash

Sandslash

#114

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.
Black 2
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Relic Castle

Relic Castle (C)

Walking in tall grass or a cave2810%

-

Relic Castle

Relic Castle (C)

Walking in tall grass or a cave2910%

-

Route 15

Road 15

Walking in dark grass6220%

-

Route 15

Road 15

Walking in dark grass6410%

-

Route 15

Road 15

Walking in tall grass or a cave5420%

-

Route 15

Road 15

Walking in tall grass or a cave5610%

-

White 2
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Relic Castle

Relic Castle (C)

Walking in tall grass or a cave2810%

-

Relic Castle

Relic Castle (C)

Walking in tall grass or a cave2910%

-

Route 15

Road 15

Walking in dark grass6220%

-

Route 15

Road 15

Walking in dark grass6410%

-

Route 15

Road 15

Walking in tall grass or a cave5420%

-

Route 15

Road 15

Walking in tall grass or a cave5610%

-

Held Items

Items this Pokémon may hold when encountered in the wild.
Quick ClawQuick Claw
Black 2
5%
White 2
5%

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartScratchNormalPhysical4010035

Hard, pointed, and sharp claws rake the target to inflict damage.

StartSand AttackGroundStatus-10015

Sand is hurled in the target’s face, reducing its accuracy.

StartPoison StingPoisonPhysical1510035

The user stabs the target with a poisonous stinger. This may also poison the target.

StartDefense CurlNormalStatus--40

The user curls up to conceal weak spots and raise its Defense stat.

3Sand AttackGroundStatus-10015

Sand is hurled in the target’s face, reducing its accuracy.

5Poison StingPoisonPhysical1510035

The user stabs the target with a poisonous stinger. This may also poison the target.

7RolloutRockPhysical309020

The user continually rolls into the target over five turns. It becomes stronger each time it hits.

9Rapid SpinNormalPhysical2010040

A spin attack that can also eliminate such moves as Bind, Wrap, Leech Seed, and Spikes.

11SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing team. This attack never misses.

14Fury CutterBugPhysical209520

The target is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.

17MagnitudeGroundPhysical-10030

The user looses a ground-shaking quake affecting everyone around the user. Its power varies.

20Fury SwipesNormalPhysical188015

The target is raked with sharp claws or scythes for two to five times in quick succession.

22Crush ClawNormalPhysical759510

The user slashes the target with hard and sharp claws. It may also lower the target’s Defense.

23Sand TombGroundPhysical358515

The user traps the target inside a harshly raging sandstorm for four to five turns.

26SlashNormalPhysical7010020

The target is attacked with a slash of claws or blades. Critical hits land more easily.

30DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

34Gyro BallSteelPhysical-1005

The user tackles the target with a high-speed spin. The slower the user, the greater the damage.

38Swords DanceNormalStatus--30

A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. It sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.

42SandstormRockStatus--10

A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.

46EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes those around it.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.
Class
Description
TM01Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial110015

A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM20SafeguardNormalStatus--25

The user creates a protective field that prevents status problems for five turns.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM26EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes those around it.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM28DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM37SandstormRockStatus--10

A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical508010

Boulders are hurled at the target. It also lowers the target’s Speed by preventing its movement.

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. The attack lands without fail.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. It can’t steal if the user holds an item.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.

TM71Stone EdgeRockPhysical100805

The user stabs the foe with sharpened stones from below. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

TM74Gyro BallSteelPhysical-1005

The user tackles the target with a high-speed spin. The slower the user, the greater the damage.

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--30

A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. It sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.

TM78BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

The user stomps down on the ground and attacks everything in the area. Hit Pokémon’s Speed stat is reduced.

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the opposing team to inflict damage. It may also make the targets flinch.

TM81X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015

The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the target.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

TM94Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user attacks with a punch that can shatter a rock. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

The target is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move heavy boulders.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
CovetNormalPhysical6010040

The user endearingly approaches the target, then steals the target’s held item.

Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

The user makes the ground under the target erupt with power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Knock OffDarkPhysical2010020

The user slaps down the target’s held item, preventing that item from being used in the battle.

Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

Stealth RockRockStatus--20

The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opponent’s team. The trap hurts opponents that switch into battle.

Super FangNormalPhysical-9010

The user chomps hard on the target with its sharp front fangs. It cuts the target’s HP to half.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Sand Veil

Ability Slot 1

Boosts the Pokémon’s evasion in a sandstorm.

Increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

Sand Rush(Hidden Ability)

Boosts the Pokémon’s Speed in a sandstorm.

Doubles Speed during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

#113

Sandshrew

#29

Nidoran♀

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