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Sneasel

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Sneasel

#252 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Sharp Claw Pokémon

Pokédex entries

Pokémon Black 2

A smart and sneaky Pokémon, it makes its opponents flinch by suddenly showing the claws hidden in its paws.

Pokémon White 2

A smart and sneaky Pokémon, it makes its opponents flinch by suddenly showing the claws hidden in its paws.

Details

Types

DarkIce

Category

Sharp Claw Pokémon

Height

0.9 m (2'11")

Weight

28 kg (61.7 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0215

Pokédex

#252

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

55

220

314

Attack

95

175

317

Defense

55

103

229

Sp. Atk

35

67

185

Sp. Def

75

139

273

Speed

115

211

361

Total

430

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.

It's Super Effective

Type-only matchups for Sneasel, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Immune to

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Updated Unova #252
EV yield
1 Spe
Catch rate
60
Base Exp.
86

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
20

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.

Encounters

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

Giant Chasm

Walking in tall grass or a cave4420%

-

Giant Chasm

Giant Chasm (Hidden Grotto)

Finding a Pokemon in a Hidden Grotto45-492%

Without a Grotto Pass Power: 2% chance per regeneration; Hidden Ability Pickpocket; cannot be Shiny, After the current content is removed, an empty grotto normally has a 5% regeneration check every 256 steps; Pokémon/item contents are separate outcomes

Entralink

Entree Forest (Icy Cave historical transfer)

Historical Dream World transfer10-

Historical Dream World transfer to Entree Forest; the official service has closed and new transfers are unavailable, Icy Cave historical catalog; ability: Pickpocket; exact Dream Point thresholds and per-record source gaps are documented separately, Historical featured move options: Taunt, Ice Punch, Low Kick

White 2
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Giant Chasm

Walking in tall grass or a cave4420%

-

Giant Chasm

Giant Chasm (Hidden Grotto)

Finding a Pokemon in a Hidden Grotto45-492%

Without a Grotto Pass Power: 2% chance per regeneration; Hidden Ability Pickpocket; cannot be Shiny, After the current content is removed, an empty grotto normally has a 5% regeneration check every 256 steps; Pokémon/item contents are separate outcomes

Entralink

Entree Forest (Icy Cave historical transfer)

Historical Dream World transfer10-

Historical Dream World transfer to Entree Forest; the official service has closed and new transfers are unavailable, Icy Cave historical catalog; ability: Pickpocket; exact Dream Point thresholds and per-record source gaps are documented separately, Historical featured move options: Taunt, Ice Punch, Low Kick

Held Items

Items this Pokémon may hold when encountered in the wild.
Black 2
50%
White 2
50%
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.

StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

The user gains an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The opposing team’s Defense stats are reduced.

StartTauntDarkStatus-10020

The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

8Quick AttackNormalPhysical4010030

The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.

10Faint AttackDarkPhysical60-20

The user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. It hits without fail.

14Icy WindIceSpecial559515

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. It also reduces the targets’ Speed stat.

16Fury SwipesNormalPhysical188015

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

20AgilityPsychicStatus--30

The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. It sharply boosts the Speed stat.

22Metal ClawSteelPhysical509535

The target is raked with steel claws. It may also raise the user’s Attack stat.

25Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

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

28Beat UpDarkPhysical-10010

The user gets all party Pokémon to attack the target. The more party Pokémon, the greater the number of attacks.

32ScreechNormalStatus-8540

An earsplitting screech harshly reduces the target’s Defense stat.

35SlashNormalPhysical7010020

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

40SnatchDarkStatus--10

The user steals the effects of any healing or stat-changing move the opponent attempts to use.

44PunishmentDarkPhysical-1005

This attack’s power increases the more the target has powered up with stat changes.

47Ice ShardIcePhysical4010030

The user flash freezes chunks of ice and hurls them at the target. This move always goes first.

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.

TM04Calm MindPsychicStatus--20

The user quietly focuses its mind and calms its spirit to raise its Sp. Atk and Sp. Def stats.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

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

TM07HailIceStatus--10

The user summons a hailstorm lasting five turns. It damages all Pokémon except the Ice type.

TM10Hidden Power

Varies

Special30–7010015

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.

TM12TauntDarkStatus-10020

The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

TM13Ice BeamIceSpecial9510010

The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. It may also freeze the target solid.

TM14BlizzardIceSpecial120705

A howling blizzard is summoned to strike the opposing team. It may also freeze them solid.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

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

TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

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

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.

TM30Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

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.

TM33ReflectPsychicStatus--20

A wondrous wall of light is put up to suppress damage from physical attacks for five turns.

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

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

TM41TormentDarkStatus-10015

The user torments and enrages the target, making it incapable of using the same move twice in a row.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

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

TM44RestPsychicStatus--10

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.

TM47Low SweepFightingPhysical6010020

The user attacks the target’s legs swiftly, reducing the target’s Speed stat.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

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

TM54False SwipeNormalPhysical4010040

A restrained attack that prevents the target from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

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

TM63EmbargoDarkStatus-10015

It prevents the target from using its held item. Its Trainer is also prevented from using items on it.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

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

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user moves after the target, this attack’s power will be doubled.

TM67RetaliateNormalPhysical701005

The user gets revenge for a fainted ally. If an ally fainted in the previous turn, this attack’s damage increases.

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--30

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

TM77Psych UpNormalStatus--10

The user hypnotizes itself into copying any stat change made by the target.

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.

TM85Dream EaterPsychicSpecial10010015

The user eats the dreams of a sleeping target. It absorbs half the damage caused to heal the user’s HP.

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.

TM95SnarlDarkSpecial559515

The user yells as if it is ranting about something, making the targets’ Sp. Atk stat decrease.

HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

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

HM03SurfWaterSpecial9510015

It swamps the area around the user with a giant wave. It can also be used for crossing water.

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
Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. It may also make the target flinch.

Foul PlayDarkPhysical9510015

The user turns the target’s power against it. The higher the target’s Attack stat, the greater the damage.

Ice PunchIcePhysical7510015

The target is punched with an icy fist. It may also leave the target frozen.

Icy WindIceSpecial559515

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. It also reduces the targets’ Speed stat.

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.

Low KickFightingPhysical-10020

A powerful low kick that makes the target fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier targets.

Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

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

SnatchDarkStatus--10

The user steals the effects of any healing or stat-changing move the opponent attempts to use.

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

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

SpiteGhostStatus-10010

The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.

Breeding

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Description
AssistNormalStatus--20

The user hurriedly and randomly uses a move among those known by other Pokémon in the party.

AvalancheIcePhysical6010010

An attack move that inflicts double the damage if the user has been hurt by the target in the same turn.

BiteDarkPhysical6010025

The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. It may make the target flinch.

CounterFightingPhysical-10020

A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken.

Crush ClawNormalPhysical759510

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

Double HitNormalPhysical359010

The user slams the target with a long tail, vines, or tentacle. The target is hit twice in a row.

Fake OutNormalPhysical4010010

An attack that hits first and makes the target flinch. It only works the first turn the user is in battle.

FeintNormalPhysical3010010

An attack that hits a target using Protect or Detect. It also lifts the effects of those moves.

ForesightNormalStatus--40

Enables a Ghost-type target to be hit by Normal- and Fighting-type attacks. It also enables an evasive target to be hit.

Ice PunchIcePhysical7510015

The target is punched with an icy fist. It may also leave the target frozen.

Ice ShardIcePhysical4010030

The user flash freezes chunks of ice and hurls them at the target. This move always goes first.

PunishmentDarkPhysical-1005

This attack’s power increases the more the target has powered up with stat changes.

PursuitDarkPhysical4010020

An attack move that inflicts double damage if used on a target that is switching out of battle.

SpiteGhostStatus-10010

The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.

These moves require the labeled trade, transfer or historical gift route. Individual options do not establish that every combination is legal.
Class
AcquisitionDescription
CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target is charmed into harshly lowering its Sp. Atk stat.

Defense CurlNormalStatus--40

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

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

Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

A reckless, life-risking tackle. It also damages the user by a fairly large amount, however.

Dynamic PunchFightingPhysical100505

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

The user punches the target with full, concentrated power. It confuses the target if it hits.

EndureNormalStatus--10

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

Focus PunchFightingPhysical15010020

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.

Fury CutterBugPhysical209520

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

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

HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. It may also make the target flinch.

MimicNormalStatus--10

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

The user copies the target’s last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.

Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

Natural Gift

Varies

Physical-10015

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.

Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

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

WhirlpoolWaterSpecial358515

Gen IV Whirlpool → Diamond/Pearl/Platinum → PokéTransfer

Traps foes in a violent swirling whirlpool for four to five turns.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Inner Focus

Ability Slot 1

The Pokémon is protected from flinching.

Prevents flinching.

Keen Eye

Ability Slot 2

Prevents other Pokémon from lowering accuracy.

Prevents accuracy from being lowered.

Pickpocket(Hidden Ability)

Steals an item when hit by another Pokémon.

Steals attacking Pokémon's held items on contact.

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