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    Alolan Sandslash

    Official artwork of Alolan SandslashIce Steel
    • snow
    Alolan Sandslash is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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    Alolan Sandslash is a Ice and Steel-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Ice and Steel-type Pokémon, Alolan Sandslash is especially weak against Fighting and Fire-type moves, and weak against Ground-type moves.

    Alolan Sandslash's maximum Combat Power stat is 2750 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Metal Claw and Blizzard. Alolan Sandslash encounters are boosted during Snow weather. Shiny Alolan Sandslash is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP2750 CP
    Attack177 ATK
    Defense195 DEF
    Stamina181 HP
    Buddy distance3 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Alolan Sandslash Type Chart

    Alolan Sandslash takes increased damage from:Alolan Sandslash takes increased damage from:
    +156.0%
    • Fighting
    • Fire
    +60.0%
    • Ground
    Alolan Sandslash takes reduced damage from:Alolan Sandslash takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Bug
    • Dragon
    • Fairy
    • Flying
    • Grass
    • Normal
    • Psychic
    -60.9%
    • Ice
    • Poison

    Alolan Sandslash's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerNot ranked
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderC TierExternal Link
    Ice Ice-type Attacker
    Powder Snow / Blizzard    		F TierExternal Link#82
    Steel Steel-type Attacker
    Metal Claw / Gyro Ball    		F TierExternal Link#67

    Regular and Shiny Alolan Sandslash

    Alolan Sandslash's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Alolan Sandslash's best moveset is Metal Claw and Blizzard, with 11.31 DPS (damage per second) and 191.2 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Snow weather.
    • DPS11.31
    • TDO191.21
    • Weather
      • snow
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.SteelMetal Claw IceBlizzard 11.31191.220.8
        2.SteelMetal Claw IceIce Punch 10.55178.519.4
        3.SteelMetal Claw SteelGyro Ball 10.45176.719.2
        4.SteelMetal Claw GroundDrill Run 10.06170.218.5
        5.GhostShadow Claw *IceBlizzard 9.78165.318.0
        6.IcePowder Snow IceBlizzard 9.59162.217.7
        7.GhostShadow Claw *IceIce Punch 9.56161.717.6
        8.GhostShadow Claw *SteelGyro Ball 9.48160.317.5
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        The following chart shows Alolan Sandslash's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Alolan Sandslash's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

        Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Alolan Sandslash has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Fast Attacks

        • GhostShadow Claw *Damage6Energy4Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Shadow Claw
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • DarkDark
          • 39.1%
            • NormalNormal
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage6
          Energy4
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.1s - 0.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage6
          Energy8

          Effects
          Shadow Claw has no special effects.
          See Shadow Claw details page ↗
        • SteelMetal ClawDamage6Energy5Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Metal Claw
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • RockRock
            • IceIce
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage6
          Energy5
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.2s - 0.4s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage5
          Energy7

          Effects
          Metal Claw has no special effects.
          See Metal Claw details page ↗
        • IcePowder SnowDamage6Energy15Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Powder Snow
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage6
          Energy15
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage5
          Energy8

          Effects
          Powder Snow has no special effects.
          See Powder Snow details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • IceIce PunchDamage50Energy33Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Ice Punch
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage50
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.4s - 1.7s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage60
          Energy40

          Effects
          Ice Punch has no special effects.
          See Ice Punch details page ↗
        • IceBlizzardDamage130Energy100Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Blizzard
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • GroundGround
            • GrassGrass
            • DragonDragon
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • IceIce
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage130
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.4s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage140
          Energy75

          Effects
          Blizzard has no special effects.
          See Blizzard details page ↗
        • FlyingAerial AceDamage55Energy33Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Aerial Ace
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FightingFighting
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage55
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window2.0s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage55
          Energy40

          Effects
          Aerial Ace has no special effects.
          See Aerial Ace details page ↗
        • GroundDrill RunDamage85Energy50Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Drill Run
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • PoisonPoison
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • ElectricElectric
          • 62.5%
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 39.1%
            • FlyingFlying
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage85
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.9s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage80
          Energy45

          Effects
          Drill Run has no special effects.
          See Drill Run details page ↗
        • GroundBulldozeDamage80Energy50Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Bulldoze
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • PoisonPoison
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • ElectricElectric
          • 62.5%
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 39.1%
            • FlyingFlying
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage80
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window2.6s - 3.1s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage45
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Bulldoze has a 50.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
          See Bulldoze details page ↗
        • SteelGyro BallDamage85Energy50Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Gyro Ball
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • RockRock
            • IceIce
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage85
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window3.2s - 3.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage80
          Energy60

          Effects
          Gyro Ball has no special effects.
          See Gyro Ball details page ↗

        Alolan Sandslash in the meta

        Alolan Sandslash in the meta

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        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Alolan Sandslash's has 2750 max CP (at Level 50). A Alolan Sandslash obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1320 CP to 1390 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1650 CP to 1737 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Alolan Sandslash can be found in the 990 CP to 1042 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP2750 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch990 CP - 1042 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1320 CP - 1390 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1320 CP - 1390 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        1650 CP - 1737 CP
        Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        InfoMore information
        • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
        • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

        Alolan Sandslash Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        134 CP2107 CP3181 CP
        4254 CP5328 CP6401 CP
        7475 CP8548 CP9621 CP
        10695 CP11764 CP12834 CP
        13903 CP14973 CP151042 CP
        161112 CP171181 CP181251 CP
        191320 CP201390 CP211459 CP
        221529 CP231598 CP241668 CP
        251737 CP261807 CP271876 CP
        281946 CP292015 CP302085 CP
        312120 CP322154 CP332189 CP
        342224 CP352259 CP362293 CP
        372328 CP382363 CP392398 CP
        402432 CP412463 CP422494 CP
        432526 CP442557 CP452589 CP
        462621 CP472653 CP482685 CP
        492717 CP502750 CP

        Pokédex information

        Kanto
        Pokédex Number#28
        Height1.2 m
        Weight55 kg
        RegionKanto Generation 1
        Can be tradedAllowed
        Pokémon Home transferAllowed
        Base Catch Rate20%
        Base Flee Rate6%
        Catch rewards
        5 Candy
        300 Stardust
        Additional Move Cost
        50 Candy
        50000 Candy

        Encounter data

        Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
        Movement Timer11s
        Jump Time1s
        Attack Probability10.0%
        Attack Timer4s
        Dodge Probability15.0%
        Dodge Duration0.0s
        Dodge Distance1
        Min Action Frequency1s
        Max Action Frequency2s

        Mega Pokémon that boost Alolan Sandslash

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        A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Alolan Sandslash's Ice and Steel-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Alolan Sandslash.

        Ice Ice

        Steel Steel

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        Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

        Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

        Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
        • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Alolan Sandslash in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

        CogConfigure
                  NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                  No Berry
                  		-16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                  Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                  Razz BerryRazz Berry
                  		-24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                  Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                  Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                  		- 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                  Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                  Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                  		- 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                  Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                  InfoMore information

                  Catch probability with multiple throws

                  In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Alolan Sandslash, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                  To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                  Catch rate formula

                  Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                  • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                  • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                  There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                  Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                  Catch rate multipliers

                  The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                  MultiplierAmount
                  Razz Berry1.5
                  Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                  Golden Razz Berry2.5
                  Curveball1.7
                  Nice Throw1.15
                  Great Throw1.5
                  Excellent Throw1.85
                  PokéBall1.0
                  Premier Ball1.0
                  Great Ball1.5
                  Ultra Ball2.0
                  Bronze medal1.1
                  Silver medal1.2
                  Gold medal1.3

                  Alolan Sandslash high resolution sprites

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                  A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Alolan Sandslash. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                  No home sprites available

                  Wallpaper

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                  Alolan Sandslash Pokédex entries

                  Kanto
                  VersionsPokédex entry
                  Red, BlueCurls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
                  YellowIt is skilled at slashing enemies with its claws. If broken, they start to grow back in a day.
                  GoldIn an attempt to hide itself, it will run around at top speed to kick up a blinding dust storm.
                  SilverIf it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spikes and claws. They grow back in a day.
                  CrystalAdept at climbing trees, it rolls into a spiny ball, then attacks its enemies from above.
                  RubySANDSLASH’s body is covered by tough spikes, which are hardened sections of its hide. Once a year, the old spikes fall out, to be replaced with new spikes that grow out from beneath the old ones.
                  SapphireSANDSLASH can roll up its body as if it were a ball covered with large spikes. In battle, this POKéMON will try to make the foe flinch by jabbing it with its spines. It then leaps at the stunned foe to tear wildly with its sharp claws.
                  EmeraldIt curls up in a ball to protect itself from enemy attacks. It also curls up to prevent heatstroke during the daytime when temperatures rise sharply.
                  FireRedIt is adept at attacking with the spines on its back and its sharp claws while quickly scurrying about.
                  LeafGreenCurls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
                  Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, WhiteIt curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
                  HeartGoldIn an attempt to hide itself, it will run around at top speed to kick up a blinding dust storm.
                  SoulSilverIf it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spikes and claws. They grow back in a day.
                  Black 2, White 2The spikes on its body are made up of its hardened hide. It rolls up and attacks foes with its spikes.
                  XIf it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spikes and claws. They grow back in a day.
                  YCurls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
                  Omega RubySandslash’s body is covered by tough spikes, which are hardened sections of its hide. Once a year, the old spikes fall out, to be replaced with new spikes that grow out from beneath the old ones.
                  Alpha SapphireSandslash can roll up its body as if it were a ball covered with large spikes. In battle, this Pokémon will try to make the foe flinch by jabbing it with its spines. It then leaps at the stunned foe to tear wildly with its sharp claws.
                  SunAlthough they are sharp, its claws and spikes often break off. They grow back the next day, so it is not bothered by the temporary loss.
                  MoonIt uses its claws to climb trees and then curls its body into a spiny ball, ready to drop onto any prey that appears.
                  Ultra SunIts claws and horns often break off. The broken claws and horns can be used to carve plows for tilling farm fields.
                  Ultra MoonThanks 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.
                  Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!It is skilled at slashing enemies with its claws. If broken, they start to grow back in a day.
                  SwordThe drier the area Sandslash lives in, the harder and smoother the Pokémon’s spikes will feel when touched.
                  ShieldIt climbs trees by hooking on with its sharp claws. Sandslash shares the berries it gathers, dropping them down to Sandshrew waiting below the tree.

                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  What are Alolan Sandslash’s strengths and weaknesses?

                  As a Ice and Steel-type Pokémon, Alolan Sandslash is especially weak against Fighting and Fire-type moves, and weak against Ground-type moves.

                  What are the best moves for Alolan Sandslash in Pokémon GO?

                  The best moves for Alolan Sandslash in Pokémon GO are Metal Claw and Blizzard. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 11.305 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 191.206.

                  How does Alolan Sandslash perform in Raids?

                  Alolan Sandslash's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

                  How does Alolan Sandslash rank as a Ice-type attacker?

                  Alolan Sandslash is an F-Tier Ice-type attacker and not recommended for Raid battles.

                  How does Alolan Sandslash rank as a Steel-type attacker?

                  Alolan Sandslash is an F-Tier Steel-type attacker and not recommended for Raid battles.

                  What Mega Pokémon boost Alolan Sandslash?

                  The following Mega Pokémon boost Alolan Sandslash: Mega Glalie, Mega Abomasnow, Mega Steelix, Mega Scizor, Mega Mawile, Mega Aggron, and Mega Lucario.

                  What is Alolan Sandslash’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

                  Alolan Sandslash’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2432 CP and 2750 CP at Level 50.

                  Can Alolan Sandslash be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                  Alolan Sandslash can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                  Can Alolan Sandslash Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                  Alolan Sandslash cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

                  List of Alolan Sandslash costumes

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                  A list of Alolan Sandslash costumes available in Pokémon GO.

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