027 Sandshrew
029 Nidoran♀

Diamond & Pearl

 #028 Sandslash

Species Information
HeightWeightDescription
3’03”65.0 lbs.Mouse Pokémon
Diamond Flavor Text
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
Pearl Flavor Text
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.

Diamond Encounter Locations

(Details)
Route 228

Pearl Encounter Locations

(Details)
Route 228
Wild DataLevel Up MovesTMs/HMsTutor MovesStats
Type
Egg Group
Ground
Abilities
Sand Veil:
Boosts the Pokémon’s evasion in a sandstorm.
Steps to Hatch
5120
Max Experience
1,000,000
Base Experience
163
Gender
Female 50%  Male 50%
Base Happiness
70
Color Classification
Yellow

Evolution Chain

-- Level 22 -->

Wild Data

EVs Given:Held ItemsGreat Marsh Run Chance
HP
0
Attack
0
Defense
2
Special Attack
0
Special Defense
0
Speed
0
--Quick Claw Quick Claw --

Level Up Moveset

LevelMove NameTypePowerPower PointsAccuracyCategoryEffect Chance
1Scratch4035100--
Hard, pointed, and sharp claws rake the foe to inflict damage.
1Defense Curl0400--
The user curls up to conceal weak spots and raise its Defense stat.
1Sand-Attack015100--
Sand is hurled in the foe’s face, reducing its accuracy.
3Defense Curl0400--
The user curls up to conceal weak spots and raise its Defense stat.
7Sand-Attack015100--
Sand is hurled in the foe’s face, reducing its accuracy.
9Poison Sting153510030%
The foe is stabbed with a poisonous barb of some sort. It may also poison the target.
13Rapid Spin2040100--
A spin attack that can also eliminate such moves as Bind, Wrap, Leech Seed, and Spikes.
15Swift60200--
Star-shaped rays are shot at the foe. This attack never misses.
19Fury Swipes181580--
The foe is raked with sharp claws or scythes for two to five times in quick succession.
21Rollout302090--
The user continually rolls into the foe over five turns. It becomes stronger each time it hits.
22Crush Claw75109550%
The user slashes the foe with hard and sharp claws. It may also lower the target’s Defense.
28Fury Cutter102095--
The foe is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.
33Sand Tomb151570--
The user traps the foe inside a harshly raging sandstorm for two to five turns.
40Slash7020100--
The foe is attacked with a slash of claws, etc. It has a high critical-hit ratio.
45Gyro Ball15100--
The user tackles the foe with a high-speed spin. The slower the user, the greater the damage.
52Sandstorm0100--
A five-turn sand- storm is summoned to hurt all combatant types except Rock, Ground, and Steel.

Learnable HMs and TMs

TM/HMMove NameTypePowerPower PointsAccuracyCategoryEffect Chance
TM01Focus Punch15020100--
The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.
TM06Toxic01085--
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.
TM10Hidden Power115100--
A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.
TM11Sunny Day050--
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.
TM15Hyper Beam150590--
The foe is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.
TM17Protect0100--
It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
TM21Frustration120100--
A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.
TM23Iron Tail100157530%
The foe is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.
TM26Earthquake10010100--
The user sets off an earthquake that hits all the Pokémon in the battle.
TM27Return120100--
A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.
TM28Dig8010100--
The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.
TM31Brick Break7515100--
The user attacks with tough fists, etc. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.
TM32Double Team0150--
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.
TM37Sandstorm0100--
A five-turn sand- storm is summoned to hurt all combatant types except Rock, Ground, and Steel.
TM39Rock Tomb501080100%
Boulders are hurled at the foe. It also lowers the foe’s Speed by preventing its movement.
TM40Aerial Ace60200--
The user confounds the foe with speed, then slashes. The attack lands without fail.
TM42Facade7020100--
An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn.
TM43Secret Power702010030%
The user attacks with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.
TM44Rest0100--
The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.
TM45Attract015100--
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
TM46Thief4010100--
The user attacks and steals the foe’s held item simultaneously. It can’t steal if the user holds an item.
TM52Focus Blast12057010%
The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.
TM56Fling110100--
The user flings its held item at the foe to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.
TM58Endure0100--
The user endures any attack, leaving 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
TM65Shadow Claw7015100--
The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. It has a high critical-hit ratio.
TM68Giga Impact150590--
The user charges at the foe using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.
TM71Stone Edge100580--
The user stabs the foe with a sharpened stone. It has a high critical-hit ratio.
TM74Gyro Ball15100--
The user tackles the foe with a high-speed spin. The slower the user, the greater the damage.
TM75Swords Dance0300--
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. It sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
TM76Stealth Rock0200--
The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the foe. The trap hurts foes that switch into battle.
TM78Captivate020100--
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat.
TM80Rock Slide75109030%
Large boulders are hurled at the foe to inflict damage. It may also make the target flinch.
TM81X-Scissor8015100--
The user slashes at the foe by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
TM82Sleep Talk0100--
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.
TM83Natural Gift115100--
The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.
TM84Poison Jab802010030%
The foe is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the foe.
TM87Swagger01590--
The user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe’s Attack stat.
TM90Substitute0100--
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
HM01Cut503095--
The foe is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.
HM04Strength8015100--
The foe is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move boulders.
HM06Rock Smash401510050%
The user slugs the foe with a shattering punch. It can also smash cracked boulders.
HM08Rock Climb90208520%
A charging attack that may also leave the foe confused. It can also be used to scale rocky walls.

Stats

 HPAttackDefenseSpecial AttackSpecial DefenseSpeed
Base75100110455565
Level 50Min- Max
Neutral Nature
135 - 182105 - 152115 - 16250 - 9760 - 10770 - 117
Level 50Min- Max
Hindering Nature
135 - 18294 - 136103 - 14545 - 8754 - 9663 - 105
Level 50Min- Max
Beneficial Nature
135 - 182115 - 167126 - 17855 - 10666 - 11777 - 128
Level 100Min- Max
Neutral Nature
260 - 354205 - 299225 - 31995 - 189115 - 209135 - 229
Level 100Min- Max
Hindering Nature
260 - 354184 - 269202 - 28785 - 170103 - 188121 - 206
Level 100Min- Max
Beneficial Nature
260 - 354225 - 328247 - 350104 - 207126 - 229148 - 251

Diamond Encounter Data

LocationEncounter TypeLevel(s)Rarity
Route 228Leaf Green234%
Route 228Leaf Green234%

Pearl Encounter Data

LocationEncounter TypeLevel(s)Rarity
Route 228Leaf Green234%
Route 228Leaf Green234%