Encounter locations
No fixed encounter location is recorded for this entry in the indexed game data.
This Pokémon is eligible for Mirage Rifts. Each opening rolls its own pool, so check active portals on the Town Map.
This guide covers documented encounter tables and selected story events. Other scripted gifts or events may also award this Pokémon.
Natures
Randomly generated Pokémon can have any of the 25 natures. Twenty raise one stat by 10% and lower another by 10%. Five are neutral. HP stays the same.
View all 25 natures and stat effects
| Nature | Raises (+10%) | Lowers (−10%) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardy | — | — |
| Lonely | Attack | Defense |
| Brave | Attack | Speed |
| Adamant | Attack | Special Attack |
| Naughty | Attack | Special Defense |
| Bold | Defense | Attack |
| Docile | — | — |
| Relaxed | Defense | Speed |
| Impish | Defense | Special Attack |
| Lax | Defense | Special Defense |
| Timid | Speed | Attack |
| Hasty | Speed | Defense |
| Serious | — | — |
| Jolly | Speed | Special Attack |
| Naive | Speed | Special Defense |
| Modest | Special Attack | Attack |
| Mild | Special Attack | Defense |
| Quiet | Special Attack | Speed |
| Bashful | — | — |
| Rash | Special Attack | Special Defense |
| Calm | Special Defense | Attack |
| Gentle | Special Defense | Defense |
| Sassy | Special Defense | Speed |
| Careful | Special Defense | Special Attack |
| Quirky | — | — |
Stats and abilities
- HP
- 50
- Attack
- 75
- Defense
- 90
- Sp. Attack
- 10
- Sp. Defense
- 35
- Speed
- 40
Abilities · Snow Cloak
Hidden ability · Slush Rush
Evolution and forms
- Into Alolan Sandslash · Use Ice Stone
Other forms · Sandshrew
Level-up moves
View level-up moves for Alolan Sandshrew
| Level | Move |
|---|---|
| 1 | Defense Curl |
| 1 | Scratch |
| 3 | Mist |
| 6 | Powder Snow |
| 9 | Rollout |
| 12 | Fury Cutter |
| 15 | Rapid Spin |
| 18 | Metal Claw |
| 21 | Swift |
| 24 | Fury Swipes |
| 27 | Iron Defense |
| 30 | Slash |
| 33 | Iron Head |
| 36 | Gyro Ball |
| 39 | Swords Dance |
| 42 | Snowscape |
| 45 | Blizzard |