Sandaconda Best Moveset
107 Attack and 125 Defense on Ground with AbilitySand Spit automatically setting sandstorm whenever hit. AbilityShed Skin cures status 33% each turn. Held ItemLeftovers with NatureImpish runs physical Ground TermStab behind real bulk. The moveset sets sand passively by being attacked, which supports Sand Rush teammates. D-Tier through defensive Ground utility.
Sand Spit set sandstorm when hit in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). 107 Defense with Coil boosted Attack, Defense, and accuracy. Ground-type with Stealth Rock.
Best Moves
Best Build
Sandaconda best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Earthquake
- Stone Edge
- Coil
- Glare
Recommended Teammates
Dropped in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Coil sets were predictable. 72 Attack even after boosts couldn't break through dedicated walls. Sand support fell away.
Wall Moveset
- Earthquake
- Glare
- Stealth Rock
- Coil
Recommended Teammates
Sandaconda Weakness
Sandaconda is weak to Water, Grass, and Ice. On the flip side, it's immune to Electric-type moves entirely. Sandaconda's physical bulk (base 125 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Grass, Ice |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Poison, Rock |
| 0x (Immune) | Electric |
What is Sandaconda Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Sandaconda
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityLibero ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Sandaconda View Cinderace builds →U Turn13-15% Sucker Punch13-15% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityUnaware ItemLeftovers NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Sandaconda View Clodsire builds →Earthquake10-12% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilitySand Stream ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Sandaconda View Tyranitar builds →Knock Off21-25% Stone Edge16-19% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Toxapex builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureSassy Moves View Slowking-Galar builds →
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Evolution
Evolved from Silicobra. Sandaconda is the final form in this two-stage line. Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. Attack grew the most through evolution (+50 over Silicobra), and Sandaconda peaks at 510 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Sandaconda
moderate rates for Sandaconda across 6 locations in late-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Sandaconda in SV
The path to Sandaconda starts with Silicobra at Lv. 22-55 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SilicobraAsado Desert - DesertLv.22-40OverworldRate 18%West Province (Area Two) - DesertLv.22-40OverworldRate 18%East Province (Area Three) - MineLv.22-40OverworldRate 6%
Step 2Sandaconda ✓Asado Desert - DesertLv.36-55OverworldRate 8%West Province (Area Two) - DesertLv.36-55OverworldRate 8%East Province (Area Three) - MineLv.36-55OverworldRate 4%or evolve from Silicobra (Step 1)
Sandaconda appears at high spawn rates across 4 spots in late-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Sandaconda in SwSh
Silicobra is your first catch on the way to Sandaconda. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 10-52 across 20 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch SilicobraChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 20%SandstormPotbottom DesertLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 20%SandstormTraining LowlandsLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 20%SandstormTraining LowlandsLv.13-18OverworldSwordRate 20%SandstormForest of FocusLv.13-18GrassRate 15%SandstormForest of FocusLv.10-15OverworldRate 10%SandstormRoute 6Lv.28-30GrassRate 30%All WeatherTraining LowlandsLv.16-21GrassRate 15%SandstormChallenge RoadLv.19-24GrassRate 15%SandstormChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 10%SandstormPotbottom DesertLv.19-24OverworldSwordRate 10%Sandstorm
Step 2Sandaconda ✓Route 8Lv.38-40GrassRate 30%All WeatherLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassShieldRate 15%Intense SunLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 13%Intense Sunor evolve from Silicobra (Step 1)
Base Stats
Defense and Attack carry most of Sandaconda's stat budget. Sp. Atk's the obvious dump stat. Common in the wild and yields 2 Defense EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
The sand it spews contains sharp, pointy gravel, which is actually just sand that Sandaconda’s saliva has hardened into irregular shapes.
Sandaconda Guide
We rate Sandaconda C-Tier: a situational pick that fills a niche. At 510 BST, it fits the support role. Base 125 Defense stands out.
Sand Spit is the go-to ability for Sandaconda. It creates a sandstorm when hit by an attack. Its hidden ability Sand Veil can work in specific setups. Shed Skin is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Base 71 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Sandaconda is a physical attacker with base 107 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a support.
The core moveset is Earthquake, Glare, Stealth Rock, and Coil. Earthquake leads at 0% usage. Earthquake provides reliable STAB damage. Coil lets it set up before sweeping.
Game Availability
Since debuting in Sword & Shield, Sandaconda has appeared in 2 titles over 3 generations. Along the way, it received a Gigantamax form in Generation 8, keeping it relevant across different competitive metas.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwShDebutGigantamax
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves