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Sandstorm is a Rock-type status move affecting the weather. It is TM37 and is received from a quest in Goldune City.
Effect[]
When this move is used, a sandstorm will brew. This effect will last for 5 turns. This clears any other weather, but will fail when the weather is already sandstorm. While Sandstorm is in effect, all Pokémon who are neither Steel-, Rock-, nor Ground-type will be damaged ⅛ of their maximum HP at the end of each turn. Pokémon in the semi-invulnerable turn of Dig will also not take damage from Sandstorm, regardless of type. Also, the moves Synthesis, Morning Sun, and Moonlight will recover only half as much HP as under clear conditions.
The damage inflicted at the end of each turn is decreased to 1/16 of the Pokémon's maximum HP. Pokémon with the Sand Veil Ability have the accuracy of any move used against them modified by a factor of 4/5 when Sandstorm is in effect, and are immune to Sandstorm's damaging effect. Moonlight, Synthesis, and Morning Sun now only restore ¼ of the user's maximum HP. Dive will also prevent damage from Sandstorm during the semi-invulnerable turn.
Additionally, Weather Ball becomes Rock-type. All Rock-type Pokémon will now have their Special Defense raised by 50% for the duration of the sandstorm. Also, if a Smooth Rock is held when Sandstorm is used, its duration is lengthened from 5 to 8 turns.
Pokémon with the Sand Rush Ability have their Speed doubled, while Pokémon with Sand Force get a power boost of 30% for their Rock-, Ground- and Steel-type moves. Both of these Abilities grant an immunity to Sandstorm's damaging effect.
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Pokémon that can learn Sandstorm[]
By leveling up[]
# | Pokémon | Type | Level | ||
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164 | Tortarock | Rock | Ground | 20 | |
165 | Bouldoise | Rock | Ground | 20 | |
210 | Dozand | Ghost | Ground | 52 | |
232 | Baablock | Normal | Rock | 11 | |
Bold indicates a Pokémon gains STAB from this move. Italics indicates a Pokémon whose evolution or alternate form receives STAB from this move. |
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Trivia[]
TM/HM list and HM items | |
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HM01 • HM02 • HM03 • HM04 • HM05 • HM06 | |
Clippers • Hammer • Service Whistle • Surfboard • Strength Gloves • Boardmotor • Snorkle |