About Sandslash
Sandslash (Pokédex #0028) is a Ground-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 1. It is officially classified as the Mouse Pokémon. Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
As a Ground-type POKEMON, Sandslash has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It takes double damage from Water, Grass, Ice moves. Conversely, Sandslash is completely immune to Electric — these moves deal zero damage regardless of power. It resists Poison, Rock moves, taking only half damage from them.
Sandslash's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 450 (solid). Full distribution: HP 75 · ATK 100 · DEF 110 · SP.ATK 45 · SP.DEF 55 · SPD 65. Its standout stat is DEF (110), which makes it best suited for physical defense roles. Its abilities are Sand veil, Sand rush, with Sand rush as its hidden ability.
Sandslash stands 1.0 m (39") tall and weighs 29.5 kg (65.0 lbs). It is typically found in Rough Terrain environments. Capture rate: 90/255 (moderate to catch). Growth rate: Medium. Egg groups: Ground.
Sandslash is part of the Sandshrew → Sandslash evolution line (2-stage). Sandslash is the final evolved form — the strongest stage of this line.
Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Sandshrew. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.
