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Palossand

#226 in the Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Pokédex • Sand Castle Pokémon

Ultra Sun

Each of its grains of sand has its own will. Palossand eats small Pokémon and siphons away their vital essence while they’re still alive.

Ultra Moon

Once it has whipped up a sandstorm to halt its opponents in their tracks, this terrifying Pokémon snatches away their vitality.

Pokédexes

Updated Akala #127Updated Alola #226

Egg Group

Amorphous

Steps to Hatch

3,840

Effort Values Yielded

2 Def

Gender Ratio

50% male / 50% female

Capture Rate

60

Base Experience

168
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Sandygast

Sandygast

#225

Level 42

Palossand

Palossand

#226

Sandygast

Pyukumuku

Palossand normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Palossand sprite

Shiny

Palossand

Sand Castle Pokémon

#226
GhostGround

Height

1.3 m

Weight

250 kg

Base XP

168

Abilities

Water CompactionSand Veil

HP

85

Attack

75

Defense

110

Sp. Atk

100

Sp. Def

75

Speed

35

Total

480

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 2× from

WaterGrassIceGhostDark

Resistances

Takes 0× from

NormalElectricFighting

Takes 0.25× from

Poison

Takes 0.5× from

BugRock
Spell TagSpell Tag
Ultra Moon: 5%
Ultra Sun: 5%
Class
Description
StartSand AttackGroundStatus-10015

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

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.

StartAstonishGhostPhysical3010015

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

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.

47Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

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

54Shore UpGroundStatus--5

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

60SandstormRockStatus--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.

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.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. This may also poison the target.

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--5

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.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item.

TM60QuashDarkStatus-10015

The user suppresses the target and makes its move go last.

TM63EmbargoDarkStatus-10015

This move prevents the target from using its held item for five turns. Its Trainer is also prevented from using items on it.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can’t move on the next turn.

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.

Class
Description
After YouNormalStatus--15

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

BlockNormalStatus--5

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

Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

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

Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

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

GravityPsychicStatus--5

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

Iron DefenseSteelStatus--15

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

Pain SplitNormalStatus--20

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

RecycleNormalStatus--10

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

Role PlayPsychicStatus--10

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

Skill SwapPsychicStatus--10

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

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

This attack 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.

Stealth RockRockStatus--20

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

TrickPsychicStatus-10010

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

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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Palossand

Palossand

#226 in the Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Pokédex • Sand Castle Pokémon

Ultra Sun

Each of its grains of sand has its own will. Palossand eats small Pokémon and siphons away their vital essence while they’re still alive.

Ultra Moon

Once it has whipped up a sandstorm to halt its opponents in their tracks, this terrifying Pokémon snatches away their vitality.

Pokédexes

Updated Akala #127Updated Alola #226

Egg Group

Amorphous

Steps to Hatch

3,840

Effort Values Yielded

2 Def

Gender Ratio

50% male / 50% female

Capture Rate

60

Base Experience

168
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Sandygast

Sandygast

#225

Level 42

Palossand

Palossand

#226

Sandygast

Pyukumuku

Palossand normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Palossand sprite

Shiny

Palossand

Sand Castle Pokémon

#226
GhostGround

Height

1.3 m

Weight

250 kg

Base XP

168

Abilities

Water CompactionSand Veil

HP

85

Attack

75

Defense

110

Sp. Atk

100

Sp. Def

75

Speed

35

Total

480

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 2× from

WaterGrassIceGhostDark

Resistances

Takes 0× from

NormalElectricFighting

Takes 0.25× from

Poison

Takes 0.5× from

BugRock
Spell TagSpell Tag
Ultra Moon: 5%
Ultra Sun: 5%
Class
Description
StartSand AttackGroundStatus-10015

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

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.

StartAstonishGhostPhysical3010015

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

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.

47Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

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

54Shore UpGroundStatus--5

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

60SandstormRockStatus--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.

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.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. This may also poison the target.

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--5

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.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item.

TM60QuashDarkStatus-10015

The user suppresses the target and makes its move go last.

TM63EmbargoDarkStatus-10015

This move prevents the target from using its held item for five turns. Its Trainer is also prevented from using items on it.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can’t move on the next turn.

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.

Class
Description
After YouNormalStatus--15

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

BlockNormalStatus--5

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

Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

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

Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

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

GravityPsychicStatus--5

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

Iron DefenseSteelStatus--15

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

Pain SplitNormalStatus--20

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

RecycleNormalStatus--10

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

Role PlayPsychicStatus--10

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

Skill SwapPsychicStatus--10

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

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

This attack 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.

Stealth RockRockStatus--20

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

TrickPsychicStatus-10010

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

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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This website is an independent platform and is not associated with, validated, backed, or sponsored by Nintendo, Game Freak, Niantic, or The Pokémon Company.