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Sneasel.

national dex #215 · gen II
BST 430 · dark / ice
Sneasel official artwork
darkice
#215 · gen II
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HP
55
ATK
95
DEF
55
SPA
35
SPD
75
SPE
115
BST 430 · best Speed 115 · worst Sp. Atk 35 · meters scale to 200

Sneasel is weak to Fire, Fighting, Bug, Rock, Steel, Fairy and resists Ice, Ghost, Dark and is immune to Psychic.

Typingdarkice
AbilitiesInner Focus, Keen Eye, Pickpocket
Height, weight0.9 m / 28.0 kg
Catch rate60 / 255
Egg groupsGround
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Dex position
#215 of 1025
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Sneasel base stats

BST 430 · ranges at level 100
StatBaseDistributionMin lv 100Max lv 100
HP55220314
Atk95175317
Def55103229
SpA3567185
SpD75139273
Spe115211361
BST430bst bar scales to 720, the series maximum
min = 0 IVs, 0 EVs, hindering nature · max = 31 IVs, 252 EVs, boosting natureEV yield 1 Spe

Sneasel weaknesses and resistances

damage taken · Dark / Ice dual typing
nor1
fir2
wat1
ele1
gra1
ice½
fig4
poi1
gro1
fly1
psy0
bug2
roc2
gho½
dra1
dar½
ste2
fai2
Weak to
Fire, Fighting (4x), Bug, Rock, Steel, Fairy
Resists
Ice, Ghost, Dark
Immune to
Psychic

Sneasel abilities

3 total · 1 hidden
Inner FocusPrevents flinching.
Keen EyePrevents accuracy from being lowered.
PickpockethiddenSteals attacking Pokémon's held items on contact.

Sneasel evolution line

3 stages

Sneasel has 2 evolutions: Weavile (level it up at night while it holds a Razor Claw) and Sneasler (level it up during the day while it holds a Razor Claw, Hisuian Sneasel only). How to evolve Sneasel, every game

Best Sneasel moves

gen 9 learnset · sorted by base power
Best STAB movessame type attack bonus, 1.5x power
iceBlizzardSPEC110
darkFoul PlayPHYS95
iceIce BeamSPEC90
darkDark PulseSPEC80
Best coverage movesoff-type, for hitting weaknesses
fightingFocus PunchPHYS150
normalGiga ImpactPHYS150
waterSurfSPEC90
normalTake DownPHYS90

Sneasel moves

gen 9 · 112 moves · 17 level-up · 57 TM/HM · 11 egg · 27 tutor
69 moves · Sneasel appears in 15 games
LeerL1ScratchL1TauntL6SwiftL11Quick AttackL12Poison JabL25Fury SwipesL33Swords DanceL34Hone ClawsL36BlizzardL43Icy WindL43AgilityL48Ice ShardL51ScreechL54Beat UpL57SlashL60Metal ClawL65Aerial AceTMAvalancheeggBiteeggBrick BreakTMCalm MindTMCountereggDark PulseTMDigTMDouble HiteggEndureTMFacadeTMFake OuteggFake TearsTMFalse SwipeTMFeinteggFlingTMFocus PunchTMFoul PlayTMGiga ImpactTMHelping HandTMIce BeamTMIce PuncheggIcicle CrasheggIcicle SpearTMKnock OffTMLash OutTMLow KickTMLow SweepTMNasty PlotTMProtectTMRain DanceTMRestTMReversalTMScary FaceTMShadow BallTMShadow ClawTMSleep TalkTMSnarlTMSnowscapeTMSpiteeggSubstituteTMSunny DayTMSurfTMTake DownTMTera BlastTMThiefTMThroat ChopeggTrailblazeTMTriple AxelTMUpper HandTMWater PulseTMX ScissorTM
MoveTypeCatPowerAccuracyPPMethod
ScratchnormalPHYS40100%35Level 1
LeernormalSTAT-100%30Level 1
TauntdarkSTAT-100%20Level 6
SwiftnormalSPEC60-20Level 11
Quick AttacknormalPHYS40100%30Level 12
Poison JabpoisonPHYS80100%20Level 25
Fury SwipesnormalPHYS1880%15Level 33
Swords DancenormalSTAT--20Level 34
Hone ClawsdarkSTAT--15Level 36
BlizzardSTABiceSPEC11070%5Level 43
Icy WindSTABiceSPEC5595%15Level 43
AgilitypsychicSTAT--30Level 48
Ice ShardSTABicePHYS40100%30Level 51
ScreechnormalSTAT-85%40Level 54
Beat UpSTABdarkPHYS-100%10Level 57
SlashnormalPHYS70100%20Level 60
Metal ClawsteelPHYS5095%35Level 65
Aerial AceflyingPHYS60-20TM / HM
AgilitypsychicSTAT--30TM / HM
AvalancheSTABicePHYS60100%10TM / HM
Beat UpSTABdarkPHYS-100%10TM / HM
BlizzardSTABiceSPEC11070%5TM / HM
Brick BreakfightingPHYS75100%15TM / HM
Calm MindpsychicSTAT--20TM / HM
Dark PulseSTABdarkSPEC80100%15TM / HM
DiggroundPHYS80100%10TM / HM
EndurenormalSTAT--10TM / HM
FacadenormalPHYS70100%20TM / HM
Fake TearsdarkSTAT-100%20TM / HM
False SwipenormalPHYS40100%40TM / HM
FlingSTABdarkPHYS-100%10TM / HM
Focus PunchfightingPHYS150100%20TM / HM
Foul PlaySTABdarkPHYS95100%15TM / HM
Giga ImpactnormalPHYS15090%5TM / HM
Helping HandnormalSTAT--20TM / HM
Hone ClawsdarkSTAT--15TM / HM
Ice BeamSTABiceSPEC90100%10TM / HM
Ice PunchSTABicePHYS75100%15TM / HM
Icicle SpearSTABicePHYS25100%30TM / HM
Icy WindSTABiceSPEC5595%15TM / HM
Knock OffSTABdarkPHYS65100%20TM / HM
Lash OutSTABdarkPHYS75100%5TM / HM
Low KickfightingPHYS-100%20TM / HM
Low SweepfightingPHYS65100%20TM / HM
Metal ClawsteelPHYS5095%35TM / HM
Nasty PlotdarkSTAT--20TM / HM
Poison JabpoisonPHYS80100%20TM / HM
ProtectnormalSTAT--10TM / HM
Rain DancewaterSTAT--5TM / HM
RestpsychicSTAT--5TM / HM
ReversalfightingPHYS-100%15TM / HM
Scary FacenormalSTAT-100%10TM / HM
ScreechnormalSTAT-85%40TM / HM
Shadow BallghostSPEC80100%15TM / HM
Shadow ClawghostPHYS70100%15TM / HM
Sleep TalknormalSTAT--10TM / HM
SnarlSTABdarkSPEC5595%15TM / HM
SnowscapeiceSTAT0-10TM / HM
SpiteghostSTAT-100%10TM / HM
SubstitutenormalSTAT--10TM / HM
Sunny DayfireSTAT--5TM / HM
SurfwaterSPEC90100%15TM / HM
SwiftnormalSPEC60-20TM / HM
Swords DancenormalSTAT--20TM / HM
Take DownnormalPHYS9085%20TM / HM
TauntdarkSTAT-100%20TM / HM
Tera BlastnormalSPEC80100%10TM / HM
ThiefSTABdarkPHYS60100%25TM / HM
Throat ChopSTABdarkPHYS80100%15TM / HM
TrailblazegrassPHYS50100%20TM / HM
Triple AxelSTABicePHYS2090%10TM / HM
Upper HandfightingPHYS65100%15TM / HM
Water PulsewaterSPEC60100%20TM / HM
X ScissorbugPHYS80100%15TM / HM
AvalancheSTABicePHYS60100%10Egg
BiteSTABdarkPHYS60100%25Egg
CounterfightingPHYS-100%20Egg
Double HitnormalPHYS3590%10Egg
Fake OutnormalPHYS40100%10Egg
FeintnormalPHYS30100%10Egg
Ice PunchSTABicePHYS75100%15Egg
Ice ShardSTABicePHYS40100%30Egg
Icicle CrashSTABicePHYS8590%10Egg
SpiteghostSTAT-100%10Egg
Throat ChopSTABdarkPHYS80100%15Egg
Aerial AceflyingPHYS60-20Tutor
Calm MindpsychicSTAT--20Tutor
CounterfightingPHYS-100%20Tutor
Dark PulseSTABdarkSPEC80100%15Tutor
EndurenormalSTAT--10Tutor
False SwipenormalPHYS40100%40Tutor
Focus PunchfightingPHYS150100%20Tutor
Foul PlaySTABdarkPHYS95100%15Tutor
Ice BeamSTABiceSPEC90100%10Tutor
Ice PunchSTABicePHYS75100%15Tutor
Icy WindSTABiceSPEC5595%15Tutor
Knock OffSTABdarkPHYS65100%20Tutor
Lash OutSTABdarkPHYS75100%5Tutor
Low KickfightingPHYS-100%20Tutor
Poison JabpoisonPHYS80100%20Tutor
RestpsychicSTAT--5Tutor
Shadow BallghostSPEC80100%15Tutor
Shadow ClawghostPHYS70100%15Tutor
Sleep TalknormalSTAT--10Tutor
SnarlSTABdarkSPEC5595%15Tutor
SpiteghostSTAT-100%10Tutor
SubstitutenormalSTAT--10Tutor
SwiftnormalSPEC60-20Tutor
Swords DancenormalSTAT--20Tutor
Throat ChopSTABdarkPHYS80100%15Tutor
Triple AxelSTABicePHYS2090%10Tutor
X ScissorbugPHYS80100%15Tutor

Sneasel Pokédex entries

7 generations · newest first
Generation VIII3 entries
Sword

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

Shield

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

Legends: Arceus

Its sturdy, curved claws are ideal for traversing precipitous cliffs. From the tips of these claws drips a venom that infiltrates the nerves of any prey caught in Sneasel's grasp.

Generation VII4 entries
Sun

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

Moon

It uses its claws to poke holes in eggs so it can slurp out the insides. Breeders consider it a scourge and will drive it away or eradicate it.

Ultra Sun

They will cooperate to steal eggs from the nests of bird Pokémon, but fights break out to determine which one gets to eat the eggs.

Ultra Moon

It blends into the dark of night to ambush its prey. Sneasel will attack Sandshrew, but its hard skin can cause Sneasel’s claws to snap off.

Generation VI3 entries
X

It feeds on eggs stolen from nests. Its sharply hooked claws rip vulnerable spots on prey.

Y

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

Omega Ruby, Alpha Sapphire

Sneasel scales trees by punching its hooked claws into the bark. This Pokémon seeks out unguarded nests and steals eggs for food while the parents are away.

Generation V2 entries
Black, White

A smart and sneaky Pokémon. A pair may work together to steal eggs by having one lure the parents away.

Black 2, White 2

A smart and sneaky Pokémon, it makes its opponents flinch by suddenly showing the claws hidden in its paws.

Generation IV5 entries
Diamond

It feeds on eggs stolen from nests. Its sharply hooked claws rip vulnerable spots on prey.

Pearl

It is extremely vicious and will not stop attacking until its foe is incapable of moving.

Platinum

A smart and sneaky Pokémon. A pair may work together to steal eggs by having one lure the parents away.

HeartGold

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

SoulSilver

Vicious in nature, it drives PIDGEY from their nests and scavenges any leftovers it can find.

Generation III4 entries
Ruby, Sapphire

SNEASEL scales trees by punching its hooked claws into the bark. This POKéMON seeks out unguarded nests and steals eggs for food while the parents are away.

Emerald

A SNEASEL scales trees by punching its hooked claws into the bark. It seeks out unguarded nests and steals eggs for food while the parents are away.

FireRed

Vicious in nature, it drives PIDGEY from their nests and feasts on the eggs that are left behind.

LeafGreen

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

Generation II3 entries
Gold

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

Silver

Vicious in nature, it drives PIDGEY from their nests and feasts on the eggs that are left behind.

Crystal

This cunning POKéMON hides under the cover of darkness, waiting to attack its prey.

Sneasel species data

gen II species · breeding and training
Species
GenerationII (Johto)
ColorBlack
ShapeUpright
HabitatForest
Height0.9 m (2'11")
Weight28.0 kg (61.7 lbs)
Training and breeding
Capture rate60 (23.5%)
Growth rateMedium Slow
Gender ratio50% Male / 50% Female
Egg groupsGround
Hatch counter20 cycles, 5,376 steps
Base experience86
EV yield1 Spe
Regional dex numbers
National#215
Johto#213
Sinnoh#144
Sinnoh (Pt)#144
Johto (HGSS)#218
Unova (B2W2)#252
Conquest#181
Kalos Mountain#091
Alola (SM)#249
Ula'ula#121
Alola (USUM)#326
Ula'ula (USUM)#147
Galar#292
Crown Tundra#028
Hisui#202
Paldea#230
Kitakami#170
Wild held items
Quick Claw5%
5% in Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold, SoulSilver, Black, White, Black 2, White 2, X, Y, Omega Ruby, Alpha Sapphire, Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, Ultra Moon
Grip Claw50%
50% in Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold, SoulSilver, Black, White, Black 2, White 2, X, Y
Read outfrom base stats
Battle rolePhysical attacker95 Atk / 35 SpA
Best statSpeed 115very good
Speed tier115 Spefast
Defensive load6 weak / 3 resist1 immunity
Catch difficulty60 / 255moderate, about 23.5% per ball

About Sneasel

Sneasel is a Dark and Ice-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 2 (Johto). Its paws conceal sharp claws. If attacked, it suddenly extends the claws and startles its enemy. Sneasel stands 0.9 m (2'11") tall and weighs 28.0 kg (61.7 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.

Sneasel base stats

Sneasel has a base stat total of 430, which is below average for a fully-evolved Pokémon. Its highest stat is Speed at 115 (very good), while its lowest is Sp. Atk at 35 (poor). Sneasel excels as a physical attacker. Sneasel is fast with a base Speed of 115.

Sneasel weaknesses and resistances

As a Dark and Ice-type, Sneasel is weak to Fire, Fighting (4x), Bug, Rock, Steel, Fairy-type moves, resists Ice, Ghost, Dark-type attacks, and is completely immune to Psychic-type moves. This gives Sneasel 6 weaknesses, 3 resistances, and 1 immunity.

Sneasel abilities

Sneasel's abilities include Inner Focus, Keen Eye, Pickpocket. Inner Focus prevents flinching.. Keen Eye prevents accuracy from being lowered. Its Hidden Ability is Pickpocket, which steals attacking Pokémon's held items on contact.

Sneasel moves and learnset

Sneasel can learn 112 moves in Generation 9, including 17 by leveling up, 57 via TM/HM, 11 through breeding, and 27 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Blizzard (Ice, 110 power), Foul Play (Dark, 95 power), Ice Beam (Ice, 90 power), Dark Pulse (Dark, 80 power). For coverage, Sneasel can learn Focus Punch (Fighting), Giga Impact (Normal), Surf (Water).

Training Sneasel

Sneasel has a moderate capture rate of 60 (23.5%), meaning it may take a few attempts to catch. Defeating Sneasel yields 1 Speed EV. It has a medium slow growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Sneasel belongs to the Ground egg group. Sneasel is part of a 3-stage evolution line (Sneasel → Weavile → Sneasler). Wild Sneasel may be found holding Quick Claw or Grip Claw.

Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Sneasel. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Sneasel, or use the team builder to see how Sneasel fits into your squad.

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