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Sandslash in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon

#329 in the Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Pokédex • Mouse Pokémon

Sandslash in the National Pokédex

Pokédex entries

Ultra Sun

Its claws and horns often break off. The broken claws and horns can be used to carve plows for tilling farm fields.

Ultra Moon

Thanks to its thick claws, it’s good at climbing trees. There are plenty of Sandslash that park themselves in trees and go right to sleep.

Pokémon details

Type

Ground

Category

Mouse Pokémon

Height

1 m (3'03")

Weight

29.5 kg (65 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0028

Pokédex

#329

Sandslash in Other Games

National Dex page

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.

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

Weak to

Resists

Immune to

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Alola #329Ula'ula #150
EV yield
2 Def
Catch rate
90
Base Exp.
158

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

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

Sandshrew

#328

Level 22

Sandslash

Sandslash

#329

Items this Pokémon may hold when encountered in the wild.
Ultra Moon
5%
Ultra Sun
5%

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Evo.Crush Claw

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

Normal759510
StartScratch

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

Normal4010035
StartSand Attack

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

Ground-10015
StartPoison Sting

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

Poison1510035
StartDefense Curl

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

Normal--40
StartCrush Claw

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

Normal759510
3Sand Attack

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

Ground-10015
5Poison Sting

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

Poison1510035
7Rollout

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

Rock309020
9Rapid Spin

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

Normal2010040
11Fury Cutter

The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This attack becomes more powerful if it hits in succession.

Bug409520
14Magnitude

The user attacks everything around it with a ground-shaking quake. Its power varies.

Ground-10030
17Swift

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

Normal60-20
20Fury Swipes

The target is raked with sharp claws or scythes quickly two to five times in a row.

Normal188015
24Sand Tomb

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

Ground358515
28Slash

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

Normal7010020
33Dig

The user burrows, then attacks on the next turn.

Ground8010010
38Gyro Ball

The user tackles the target with a high-speed spin. The slower the user compared to the target, the greater the move’s power.

Steel-1005
43Swords Dance

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

Normal--20
48Sandstorm

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.

Rock--10
53Earthquake

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

Ground10010010

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon.
Class
TM06Toxic

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

Poison-9010
TM10Hidden Power

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

Normal6010015
TM11Sunny Day

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of Water-type moves.

Fire--5
TM15Hyper Beam

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can’t move on the next turn.

Normal150905
TM17Protect

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

Normal--10
TM20Safeguard

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

Normal--25
TM21Frustration

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

Normal-10020
TM26Earthquake

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

Ground10010010
TM27Return

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

Normal-10020
TM31Brick Break

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

Fighting7510015
TM32Double Team

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

Normal--15
TM37Sandstorm

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.

Rock--10
TM39Rock Tomb

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

Rock609515
TM40Aerial Ace

The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses.

Flying60-20
TM42Facade

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

Normal7010020
TM44Rest

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

Psychic--10
TM45Attract

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

Normal-10015
TM46Thief

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

Dark6010025
TM48Round

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

Normal6010015
TM52Focus Blast

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

Fighting120705
TM56Fling

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

Dark-10010
TM65Shadow Claw

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

Ghost7010015
TM68Giga Impact

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

Normal150905
TM71Stone Edge

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

Rock100805
TM74Gyro Ball

The user tackles the target with a high-speed spin. The slower the user compared to the target, the greater the move’s power.

Steel-1005
TM75Swords Dance

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

Normal--20
TM78Bulldoze

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

Ground6010020
TM80Rock Slide

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

Rock759010
TM81X-Scissor

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

Bug8010015
TM84Poison Jab

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

Poison8010020
TM87Swagger

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

Normal-8515
TM88Sleep Talk

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

Normal--10
TM90Substitute

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

Normal--10
TM100Confide

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

Normal--20

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

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

Normal6010025
Earth Power

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

Ground9010010
Focus Punch

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before it is used.

Fighting15010020
Iron Tail

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

Steel1007515
Knock Off

The user slaps down the target’s held item, and that item can’t be used in that battle. The move does more damage if the target has a held item.

Dark6510020
Snore

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

Normal5010015
Stealth Rock

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

Rock--20
Stomping Tantrum

Driven by frustration, the user attacks the target. If the user’s previous move has failed, the power of this move doubles.

Ground7510010
Super Fang

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

Normal-9010

Learn before evolving and retain the move. Breeding and prior stages have separate requirements.
Class
Acquisition source
Chip Away

Looking for an opening, the user strikes consistently. The target’s stat changes don’t affect this attack’s damage.

Normal7010020

Sandshrew — breeding; retain through evolution

Counter

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

Fighting-10020

Sandshrew — breeding; retain through evolution

Endure

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

Normal--10

Sandshrew — breeding; retain through evolution

Flail

The user flails about aimlessly to attack. The less HP the user has, the greater the move’s power.

Normal-10015

Sandshrew — breeding; retain through evolution

Hone Claws

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

Dark--15

Sandshrew — breeding; retain through evolution

Metal Claw

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

Steel509535

Sandshrew — breeding; retain through evolution

Mud Shot

The user attacks by hurling a blob of mud at the target. This also lowers the target’s Speed stat.

Ground559515

Sandshrew — breeding; retain through evolution

Night Slash

The user slashes the target the instant an opportunity arises. Critical hits land more easily.

Dark7010015

Sandshrew — breeding; retain through evolution

Rock Climb

The user attacks the target by smashing into it with incredible force. This may also confuse the target.

Normal908520

Sandshrew — breeding; retain through evolution

Rototiller

Tilling the soil, the user makes it easier for plants to grow. This raises the Attack and Sp. Atk stats of Grass-type Pokémon.

Ground--10

Sandshrew — breeding; retain through evolution

Imports, special breeding, event gifts and copied moves have separate requirements. Individual options do not guarantee every four-move combination; historical transfer services require eligible software and Pokémon.
Class
Acquisition source
Bide

The user endures attacks for two turns, then strikes back to cause double the damage taken.

Normal--10

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Body Slam

The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Normal8510015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Body Slam

The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Normal8510015

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Captivate

If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its Sp. Atk stat.

Normal-10020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Chip Away

Looking for an opening, the user strikes consistently. The target’s stat changes don’t affect this attack’s damage.

Normal7010020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Counter

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

Fighting-10020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Counter

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

Fighting-10020

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Curse

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

Ghost--10

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Cut

The target is cut with a scythe or claw.

Normal509530

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Cut

The target is cut with a scythe or claw.

Normal509530

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Detect

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

Fighting--5

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Double-Edge

A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the user quite a lot.

Normal12010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Double-Edge

A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the user quite a lot.

Normal12010015

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Dynamic Punch

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

Fighting100505

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Dynamic Punch

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

Fighting100505

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Endure

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

Normal--10

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Endure

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

Normal--10

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Fissure

The user opens up a fissure in the ground and drops the target in. The target faints instantly if this attack hits.

Ground-305

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Flail

The user flails about aimlessly to attack. The less HP the user has, the greater the move’s power.

Normal-10015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Flail

The user flails about aimlessly to attack. The less HP the user has, the greater the move’s power.

Normal-10015

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Headbutt

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

Normal7010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Headbutt

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

Normal7010015

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Hone Claws

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

Dark--15

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Metal Claw

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

Steel509535

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Metal Claw

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

Steel509535

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mimic

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

Normal--10

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Mimic

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

Normal--10

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Mud Shot

The user attacks by hurling a blob of mud at the target. This also lowers the target’s Speed stat.

Ground559515

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Mud-Slap

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

Ground2010010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Mud-Slap

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

Ground2010010

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Natural Gift

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines the move’s type and power.

Normal-10015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Night Slash

The user slashes the target the instant an opportunity arises. Critical hits land more easily.

Dark7010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Rage

As long as this move is in use, the power of rage raises the Attack stat each time the user is hit in battle.

Normal2010020

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Rock Climb

The user attacks the target by smashing into it with incredible force. This may also confuse the target.

Normal908520

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Rock Smash

The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Fighting4010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Rock Smash

The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Fighting4010015

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Rototiller

Tilling the soil, the user makes it easier for plants to grow. This raises the Attack and Sp. Atk stats of Grass-type Pokémon.

Ground--10

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Secret Power

The additional effects of this attack depend upon where it was used.

Normal7010020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Seismic Toss

The target is thrown using the power of gravity. It inflicts damage equal to the user’s level.

Fighting-10020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Seismic Toss

The target is thrown using the power of gravity. It inflicts damage equal to the user’s level.

Fighting-10020

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Skull Bash

The user tucks in its head to raise its Defense stat on the first turn, then rams the target on the next turn.

Normal13010010

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Strength

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power.

Normal8010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Strength

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power.

Normal8010015

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Submission

The user grabs the target and recklessly dives for the ground. This also damages the user a little.

Fighting808020

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

Take Down

A reckless, full-body charge attack for slamming into the target. This also damages the user a little.

Normal908520

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

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 stat in a sandstorm.

Doubles Speed during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

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