Pokédex - Sandslash (Black Version)
![[Picture of Sandslash]](../pictures/bw/front/normal/28.png)
Basic Information
| National Number | #028 |
| Height | 1.0 m (3'3") |
| Weight | 29.5 kg (65.0 lb) |
| Type | GROUND |
| Footprint | ![[Footprint of Sandslash]](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAQCAYAAAAf8/9hAAAAK0lEQVQ4y2NgGPbgPxpNsub/WNj0N+A/OQb8x4OHiAEUh8HgMICBUs30AQCywjXLdPu9fAAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==) |
| Color | Yellow |
| Body Form | ![[Form 2]](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAB4AAAAXCAIAAACTXWg9AAAAxklEQVQYlbWVPQ7DIAyFnSoH8HEYPXbMURkzeuQ4PkKHSAg1+C+0byJB+Xhyns3GzPAf7dqGiDC3/khUEDGFfkW4AMDcROQH6C+u8TKN1pQynkOnjOfQAFDruYQmKuv0ORoRbXqk6JvbMprH43jbHzq1zmY5ir43TupUFW1zIRBEFZ3tvQT6kp0TW+rkcwPgaikh9q6DXvmT0RlCVKZ1N5o+ikZE7Zap9ZxWJoTufkfj45q53e2rCRnV/fbFdVXaKfLH02N9AFW4XiLt+ur3AAAAAElFTkSuQmCC) |
| Starting Catch Rate | 90 |
| Base Experience | 158 |
| Growth Rate | Medium (max: 1,000,000 Exp. Points) |
| Gender Rate | 50% female, 50% male |
| Friendship | 70 |
| Egg Groups | Field |
| Steps to Hatch Egg | 5120 |
| Items in Wild Pokémon | Quick Claw (5%) |
| Base Stat Points (EVs) Given | Defense: 2 |
| Abilities | Sand Veil |
| Hidden (Dream World) Abilities | Sand Rush |
Race Values ("Base Stats")
View detailed stat info for Sandslash
| HP | 75 |
| Attack | 100 |
| Defense | 110 |
| Speed | 65 |
| Special Attack | 45 |
| Special Defense | 55 |
Pokédex Entries
English
Sandslash - Mouse Pokémon
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
French
Sablaireau - Pokémon Souris
German
Sandamer - Maus
Spanish
Sandslash - Pokémon Ratón
Italian
Sandslash - Pokémon Topo
Japanese
サンドパン (SANDOPAN) - ねずみポケモン (NezumiPOKEMON)
Evolutions (When Sandslash Evolves)
- Evolves from Sandshrew at level 22.
Locations (Where to Find or Catch Sandslash)
| Level | Chance | Method | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
| Relic Castle | 47-49 | 30% | Land |
Moves Learned
Black Version
| Level | Name | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP | Effect Chance (%) | Range | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scratch | NORMAL | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 | 0 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 1 | Defense Curl | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 101 | 40 | 0 | User | d |
| 1 | Sand-Attack | GROUND | Status | 0 | 100 | 15 | 0 | Single exc. user | bce |
| 3 | Defense Curl | NORMAL | Status | 0 | 101 | 40 | 0 | User | d |
| 7 | Sand-Attack | GROUND | Status | 0 | 100 | 15 | 0 | Single exc. user | bce |
| 9 | Poison Sting | POISON | Physical | 15 | 100 | 35 | 30 | Single exc. user | be |
| 13 | Rapid Spin | NORMAL | Physical | 20 | 100 | 40 | 0 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 15 | Swift | NORMAL | Special | 60 | 101 | 20 | 0 | All opposing Pokémon | be |
| 19 | Fury Swipes | NORMAL | Physical | 18 | 80 | 15 | 0 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 21 | Rollout | ROCK | Physical | 30 | 90 | 20 | 0 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 22 | Crush Claw | NORMAL | Physical | 75 | 95 | 10 | 50 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 28 | Fury Cutter | BUG | Physical | 20 | 95 | 20 | 0 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 33 | Sand Tomb | GROUND | Physical | 35 | 85 | 15 | 100 | Single exc. user | be |
| 40 | Slash | NORMAL | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | 0 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 45 | Gyro Ball | STEEL | Physical | 1 | 100 | 5 | 0 | Single exc. user | abe |
| 52 | Sandstorm | ROCK | Status | 0 | 101 | 10 | 0 | Both sides |
What moves can Sandslash learn in Pokémon Black?
Sandslash can learn the following moves:
Aerial Ace
- TM40
- TM40 (as Sandshrew)
Brick Break
- TM31
- TM31 (as Sandshrew)
Defense Curl
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Move Maniac
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 6 (as Sandshrew)
- Emerald: Move Tutor
- Emerald: Move Tutor (as Sandshrew)
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 3 (as Sandshrew)
Double Team
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM32
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM32 (as Sandshrew)
DynamicPunch
- Emerald: Move Tutor
- Emerald: Move Tutor (as Sandshrew)
Earth Power
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor (as Sandshrew)
Earthquake
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM26
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM26 (as Sandshrew)
Focus BlastTM52
Focus Punch
- Before Black/White: TM01
- Before Black/White: TM01 (as Sandshrew)
Frustration
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM21
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM21 (as Sandshrew)
Giga ImpactTM68
Hidden Power
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM10
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM10 (as Sandshrew)
Hone Claws
- Black/White Versions and Later: TM01
- Black/White Versions and Later: TM01 (as Sandshrew)
Hyper BeamRuby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM15
Iron Tail
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Black/White: TM23
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Black/White: TM23 (as Sandshrew)
Knock Off
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor
- Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor (as Sandshrew)
Mud-Slap
- Emerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor
- Emerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor (as Sandshrew)
Natural Gift
- Before Black/White: TM83
- Before Black/White: TM83 (as Sandshrew)
Poison Jab
- TM84
- TM84 (as Sandshrew)
Sand-Attack
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Move Maniac
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 11 (as Sandshrew)
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 7 (as Sandshrew)
Sandstorm
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 62
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM37
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 53 (as Sandshrew)
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM37 (as Sandshrew)
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 52
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 37 (as Sandshrew)
Scratch
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: Level 1 (as Sandshrew)
Secret Power
- Before Black/White: TM43
- Before Black/White: TM43 (as Sandshrew)
Shadow Claw
- TM65
- TM65 (as Sandshrew)
Snore
- Emerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor
- Emerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor (as Sandshrew)
Stealth Rock
- Before Black/White: TM76
- Before Black/White: TM76 (as Sandshrew)
Stone EdgeTM71
Sunny Day
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM11
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later: TM11 (as Sandshrew)
Super Fang
- HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor
- HeartGold/SoulSilver: Move Tutor (as Sandshrew)
Swift
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 33
- Ruby/Sapphire Versions and Later, but Before Diamond/Pearl: Level 30 (as Sandshrew)
- Emerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor
- Emerald; Platinum; HeartGold/SoulSilver; Black/White 2: Move Tutor (as Sandshrew)
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Move Maniac
- Diamond/Pearl Versions and Later: Level 15 (as Sandshrew)