Sneasler's all-in on Attack at the expense of Sp. Atk. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 2 Attack EVs and follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
Because of Sneasler’s virulent poison and daunting physical prowess, no other species could hope to best it on the frozen highlands. Preferring solitude, this species does not form packs.
Sneasler's Fighting/Poison typing leaves it vulnerable to Psychic, Ground, and Flying. Psychic hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. 6 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that. With 80 HP and balanced defenses, Sneasler can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Psychic |
| 2x (Weak) | Ground, Flying |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Fighting, Poison, Rock, Dark |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Bug |
Cyclizar's Draco Meteor hits Sneasler for 49-58%.
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Sneasler View Cyclizar builds →Rapid Spin24-28% U Turn5-6% Knock Off10-12% Draco Meteor49-58% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Blissey builds →
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| B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Blissey builds →
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 Serperior Grass | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityContrary ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Sneasler View Serperior builds →Leaf Storm29-35% Hyper Beam45-54% | ||
 Ludicolo WaterGrass | C | |
Recommended Build AbilitySwiftswim ItemAssault Vest NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Sneasler View Ludicolo builds →Ice Beam34-40% Giga Drain21-25% Energy Ball25-30% | ||
Sneasler is the evolved form of Sneasel. Breeding produces Sneasel eggs, and they're average hatch time. Evolving from Sneasel gave Sneasler the biggest boost in Attack (+35), bringing the total to 510 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Sneasler to get Sneasel eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
Unburden isn't flashy, but it matters. Combined with Grassyseed for extra utility and max Attack and Speed EVs, Sneasler fills the physical attacker slot reliably. Jolly nature finishes the spread.
Best Build
Sneasler best EVs are Attack and Speed
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Close Combat
- Dire Claw
- Protect
- Throat Chop
Recommended Teammates
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Dire Claw
- Close Combat
- Fake Out
- Acrobatics
Recommended Teammates
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Moves
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Sneasler won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 10 types means it always has an effective option. Focus Punch and Close Combat anchor the STAB core.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Sneasler's movepool balances level-up moves with TM options. Consistent STAB comes from Close Combat and Dire Claw, and Normal and Flying coverage and more keeps opponents from switching in for free. No major gaps here.
Sneasler doesn't appear wild. Catch Sneasel instead, it shows up at solid rates. Evolve it through a special method to get Sneasler. The 2-stage line is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Sneasler in Scarlet & Violet
Sneasel is your first catch on the way to Sneasler. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 15-60 across 6 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch SneaselNorth Province (Area One) - MountainScarletOverworld Lv.15-40 Route36%EarlyNorth Province (Area One) - MountainVioletOverworld Lv.15-40 Route36%EarlyNorth Province (Area One) - SnowScarletOverworld Lv.15-40 Route36%EarlyNorth Province (Area One) - SnowVioletOverworld Lv.15-40 Route36%EarlyThe Great Crater of Paldea - Hidden CaveVioletOverworld Lv.15-6030%EarlyThe Great Crater of Paldea - Hidden CaveScarletOverworld Lv.15-6030%Early
Step 2Sneasler ✓
No wild encounters for Sneasler. The 2-stage line runs through Sneasel, which you can catch at decent rates from the locations below. Evolve through a special method once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Sneasler in Legends: Arceus
To get Sneasler, start by catching Sneasel through walking encounters at walking. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch SneaselCelestica TrailGrass RouteUncommonPrimeval GrottoGrass CaveUncommonSpace-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsGrass DistortionUncommon
Step 2Sneasler ✓
Sneasler has a 510 base stat total and ranks as S-Tier: one of the best competitive options available. It works best as a sweeper. Base 130 Attack is where it shines.
Pressure increases the PP cost of moves targetting the Pokémon by one. That's the one you want on Sneasler. Poison Touch is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Unburden works too if your team needs something different.
Sneasler fills the sweeper role. It's a physical attacker with base 130 Attack. Base 120 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Sneasler has answers, but so do you. Priority moves (Mach Punch, Aqua Jet, Ice Shard) bypass its speed. Bulky walls that resist its STAB also shut it down.
Introduced in Sword & Shield, Sneasler has appeared in 2 games across 3 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwShDebut
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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