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Pokemon Sword and Shield Sneasel

Pokemon Sword and Shield Sneasel is a Dark and Ice Type Sharp Claw Pokémon, which makes it weak against Bug, Fairy, Rock, Steel, Fire, Fighting type moves. You can find and catch Sneasel in Route 8 - Steamdrift Way with a 20% chance to appear during All Weather weather. The Max IV Stats of Sneasel are 55 HP, 95 Attack, 35 SP Attack, 55 Defense, 75 SP Defense, and 115 Speed.

Pokemon Sword and Shield Sneasel
Regular
Shiny
Sneasel Galar Pokedex ID: 292

List of Sneasel Max IV Stats in Pokemon SW SH.

Stat Amount Bar Graph
Total 430
HP 55
Attack 95
Defense 55
Special Attack 35
Special Defense 75
Speed 115

Based on this pokemon's stats we consider the best nature for Sneasel to have is Jolly, this will increase it's Speed and decrease it's Sp. Atk stats.

Sneasel Abilities

Ability Type Effect
Inner FocusNormal
Keen EyeNormal
PickpocketHidden

Sword Pokedex Entry

Its paws conceal sharp claws. If attacked, it suddenly extends the claws and startles its enemy.

Shield Pokedex Entry

It has a cunning yet savage disposition. It waits for parents to leave their nests, and then it sneaks in to steal their eggs.

Pokemon Sword and Shield Sneasel Evolutions

How do i evolve Sneasel in Pokemon Sword and Shield?

Pokemon Sword and Shield Sneasel evolves into Weavile with a hold Razor Claw, Nighttime.

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hold Razor Claw, Nighttime
Weavile
Pokemon CP Atk Def Sp Atk Sp Def Hp Spd
Sneasel
4309555357555115
Weavile
51012065458570125

Sneasel Locations in Pokemon Sword and Shield

Where do i find and how to get Sneasel?

A popular spawn location you can find Sneasel is in the Route 8 - Steamdrift Way area with a 20% chance to spawn during All weather.

Overworld Spawns (Visible in-game)

Pokemon Location Weather Spawn Lvl
Route 8 - Steamdrift Way
20%39 - 43
Route 10
14%45 - 48
Bridge Field
10%27 - 29
Bridge Field
40%27 - 29
Dusty Bowl
35%42 - 47
Giant's Cap - Area 2
10%28 - 30
Giant's Cap - Area 2
50%28 - 30
Giant's Cap - Area 3
10%29 - 32
Giant's Cap - Area 3
50%29 - 32
Giant's Cap
35%28 - 30
Giant's Cap
40%28 - 30
Giant's Mirror - Area 2
35%42 - 47
Hammerlocke Hills
10%29 - 31
Hammerlocke Hills
40%29 - 31
Motostoke Riverbank
40%26 - 28
Motostoke Riverbank
40%26 - 28
Stony Wilderness - Area 2
15%28 - 30
Stony Wilderness - Area 2
45%28 - 30
Stony Wilderness - Area 3
15%28 - 30
Stony Wilderness - Area 3
50%28 - 30
Stony Wilderness
15%28 - 30
Stony Wilderness
35%28 - 30

Non Overworld Spawns (NOT Visible - Randomly found in tall grass)

Pokemon Location Weather Spawn Lvl
Route 8 - Steamdrift Way
25%38 - 41
Bridge Field
30%26 - 28
Bridge Field
30%26 - 28
Motostoke Riverbank
35%26 - 28
Motostoke Riverbank
30%26 - 28
Stony Wilderness
30%26 - 28
Stony Wilderness
40%26 - 28
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Pokemon Sword and Shield Sneasel Raids

Where do i find Sneasel Raids?

You can find Sneasel raids in the following locations: Bridge Field, Giant's Cap, Hammerlocke Hills, Stony Wilderness, West Lake Axewell.

You can Click/Tap the links below to view where to find Sneasel Raid Spawn Locations in Pokemon Sw and Sh.

Pokemon Sword and Shield Sneasel Weakness

Sneasel is a Dark and Ice Type pokemon. This will cause it to take More Damage from Bug, Fairy, Rock, Steel, Fire, Fighting Type Moves and will take Less Damage from Ghost, Dark, Ice, Psychic type moves.

Damage Types
4.0x
Damage
2.0x
Damage
Bug
Fairy
Rock
Steel
Fire
0.5x
Damage
Ghost
Dark
Ice
0.25x
Damage
Immune to Damage
Psychic

What pokemon is Sneasel Weak Against?

Pokemon Type 1 Type 2 CP

What pokemon is Sneasel Strong Against?

Pokemon Type 1 Type 2 CP
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Pokemon SW and SH Sneasel Moves List

What moves can Sneasel learn from TMs, TRs, and Leveling?

Sneasel can learn the type move at level . This move Bolded Pow numbers are adjusted for this pokemon's Dark and Ice type +50% STAB damage.

Sneasel Level Up Moves

Lvl Move Type Class Pow Acc PP Effect
01[] Scratch
01[] Leer
06[] Taunt
12[] Quick Attack
18[] Metal Claw
24[] Icy Wind
30[] Fury Swipes
36[] Hone Claws
42[] Beat Up
48[] Agility
54[] Screech
60[] Slash

TM Moves Sneasel can learn

TM Move Type Class Pow Acc PP Effect
TM00Mega PunchPhysical808520
TM01Mega KickPhysical120755
TM04Ice PunchPhysical112.510015May freeze opponent.
TM15DigPhysical8010010Digs underground on first turn, attacks on second. Can also escape from caves.
TM16ScreechStatus8540Sharply lowers opponent's Defense.
TM18ReflectStatus20Halves damage from Physical attacks for 5 turns.
TM21RestStatus10User sleeps for 2 turns, but user is fully healed.
TM23ThiefPhysical9010025Also steals opponent's held item.
TM24SnoreSpecial5010015Can only be used if asleep. May cause flinching.
TM25ProtectStatus10Protects the user, but may fail if used consecutively.
TM27Icy WindSpecial82.59515Lowers opponent's Speed.
TM31AttractStatus10015If opponent is the opposite gender, it's less likely to attack.
TM33Rain DanceStatus5Makes it rain for 5 turns.
TM34Sunny DayStatus5Makes it sunny for 5 turns.
TM35HailStatus10Non-Ice types are damaged for 5 turns.
TM36WhirlpoolSpecial358515Traps opponent, damaging them for 4-5 turns.
TM37Beat UpPhysical10030Each Pokémon in your party attacks.
TM39FacadePhysical7010020Power doubles if user is burned, poisoned, or paralyzed.
TM40SwiftSpecial6020Ignores Accuracy and Evasiveness.
TM43Brick BreakPhysical7510015Breaks through Reflect and Light Screen barriers.
TM47Fake TearsStatus10020Sharply lowers opponent's Special Defense.
TM57PaybackPhysical7510010Power doubles if the user was attacked first.
TM59FlingPhysical10010Power depends on held item.
TM64AvalanchePhysical9010010Power doubles if user took damage first.
TM65Shadow ClawPhysical7010015High critical hit ratio.
TM69Psycho CutPhysical7010020High critical hit ratio.
TM75Low SweepPhysical6510020Lowers opponent's Speed.
TM76RoundSpecial6010015Power increases if teammates use it in the same turn.
TM79RetaliatePhysical701005Inflicts double damage if a teammate fainted on the last turn.
TM85SnarlSpecial82.59515Lowers opponent's Special Attack.
TM94False SwipePhysical4010040Always leaves opponent with at least 1 HP.

Sneasel TR Moves

TR Move Type Class Pow Acc PP Effect
TR00Swords DanceStatus20Sharply raises user's Attack.
TR04SurfSpecial9010015Hits all adjacent Pokémon.
TR05Ice BeamSpecial13510010May freeze opponent.
TR06BlizzardSpecial165705May freeze opponent.
TR07Low KickPhysical10020The heavier the opponent, the stronger the attack.
TR12AgilityStatus30Sharply raises user's Speed.
TR20SubstituteStatus10Uses HP to creates a decoy that takes hits.
TR26EndureStatus10Always left with at least 1 HP, but may fail if used consecutively.
TR27Sleep TalkStatus10User performs one of its own moves while sleeping.
TR31Iron TailPhysical1007515May lower opponent's Defense.
TR33Shadow BallSpecial8010015May lower opponent's Special Defense.
TR37TauntStatus10020Opponent can only use moves that attack.
TR49Calm MindStatus20Raises user's Special Attack and Special Defense.
TR57Poison JabPhysical8010020May poison the opponent.
TR58Dark PulseSpecial12010015May cause flinching.
TR60X-ScissorPhysical8010015
TR81Foul PlayPhysical142.510015Uses the opponent's Attack stat.
TR95Throat ChopPhysical12010015Prevents use of sound moves for two turns.

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