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Sandygast

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Sandygast

#186 in the Sun & Moon Pokédex • Sand Heap Pokémon

Pokédex entries

Sun

Born from a sand mound playfully built by a child, this Pokémon embodies the grudges of the departed.

Moon

It takes control of anyone who puts a hand in its mouth. And so it adds to the accumulation of its sand-mound body.

Details

Types

GhostGround

Category

Sand Heap Pokémon

Height

0.5 m (1'08")

Weight

70 kg (154.3 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0769

Pokédex

#186

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

55

220

314

Attack

55

103

229

Defense

80

148

284

Sp. Atk

70

130

262

Sp. Def

45

85

207

Speed

15

31

141

Total

320

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 Sandygast, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Alola #186Akala #113
EV yield
1 Def
Catch rate
140
Base Exp.
64

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
15

Evolution

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

Sandygast

#186

Level 42

Palossand

Palossand

#187

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.
Moon
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Hano Beach

Walking in tall grass or a cave21-2420%

-

Hano Beach

Rustling spots21-2420%

-

Sun
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Hano Beach

Walking in tall grass or a cave21-2420%

-

Hano Beach

Rustling spots21-2420%

-

Held-item rates for this form. Some Pokémon have no wild encounter in Sun/Moon; check their acquisition requirements.
Moon
5%
Sun
5%

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartAbsorbGrassSpecial2010025

A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

StartHardenNormalStatus--30

The user stiffens all the muscles in its body to raise its Defense stat.

5AstonishGhostPhysical3010015

The user attacks the target while shouting in a startling fashion. This may also make the target flinch.

9Sand AttackGroundStatus-10015

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

14Sand TombGroundPhysical358515

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

18Mega DrainGrassSpecial4010015

A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

23BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

The user strikes everything around it by stomping down on the ground. This lowers the Speed stat of those hit.

27HypnosisPsychicStatus-6020

The user employs hypnotic suggestion to make the target fall into a deep sleep.

32Iron DefenseSteelStatus--15

The user hardens its body’s surface like iron, sharply raising its Defense stat.

36Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

41Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

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

45Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

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

50Shore UpGroundStatus--10

The user regains up to half of its max HP. It restores more HP in a sandstorm.

54SandstormRockStatus--10

A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types. It raises the Sp. Def stat of Rock types.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines in Pokémon Sun and Moon.
Class
Description
TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

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

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial6010015

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

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

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

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM26EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM29PsychicPsychicSpecial9010010

The target is hit by a strong telekinetic force. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

TM30Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

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

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. It raises the Sp. Def stat of Rock types.

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical609515

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

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

This attack move doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--10

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

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

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

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round to increase the power of the attack.

TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial9010010

The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

TM69Rock PolishRockStatus--20

The user polishes its body to reduce drag. This can sharply raise the Speed stat.

TM71Stone EdgeRockPhysical100805

The user stabs the target from below with sharpened stones. Critical hits land more easily.

TM78BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

The user strikes everything around it by stomping down on the ground. This lowers the Speed stat of those hit.

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

TM83InfestationBugSpecial2010020

The target is infested and attacked for four to five turns. The target can’t flee during this time.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-8515

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

TM88Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

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

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

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

TM100ConfideNormalStatus--20

The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat.

Breeding

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

The user temporarily empties its mind to forget its concerns. This sharply raises the user’s Sp. Def stat.

Ancient PowerRockSpecial601005

The user attacks with a prehistoric power. This may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

Destiny BondGhostStatus--5

After using this move, if the user faints, the Pokémon that landed the knockout hit also faints. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

Spit UpNormalSpecial-10010

The power stored using the move Stockpile is released at once in an attack. The more power is stored, the greater the move’s power.

StockpileNormalStatus--20

The user charges up power and raises both its Defense and Sp. Def stats. The move can be used three times.

SwallowNormalStatus--10

The power stored using the move Stockpile is absorbed by the user to heal its HP. Storing more power heals more HP.

Imports and compatible Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon trades have separate requirements. Individual options do not guarantee every four-move combination.
Class
Acquisition sourceDescription
After YouNormalStatus--15

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user helps the target and makes it use its move right after the user.

BlockNormalStatus--5

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user blocks the target’s way with arms spread wide to prevent escape.

CurseGhostStatus--10

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

A move that works differently for the Ghost type than for all other types.

GravityPsychicStatus--5

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

Enables Flying-type Pokémon or Pokémon with the Levitate Ability to be hit by Ground-type moves. Flying moves can’t be used.

Pain SplitNormalStatus--20

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user adds its HP to the target’s HP, then equally shares the combined HP with the target.

RecycleNormalStatus--10

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user recycles a held item that has been used in battle so it can be used again.

Role PlayPsychicStatus--10

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user mimics the target completely, copying the target’s natural Ability.

Skill SwapPsychicStatus--10

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user employs its psychic power to exchange Abilities with the target.

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

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

SpiteGhostStatus-10010

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

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

Stealth RockRockStatus--20

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opposing team. The trap hurts opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.

TrickPsychicStatus-10010

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user catches the target off guard and swaps its held item with its own.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Water Compaction

Ability Slot 1

Boosts the Pokémon’s Defense stat sharply when hit by a Water-type move.

Raises this Pokémon's Defense by two stages when it's hit by a Water move.

Sand Veil(Hidden Ability)

Boosts the Pokémon’s evasion in a sandstorm.

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

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