Sandslash is a tall, yellow, mammalian creature with brown spikes on its back. It has two very long claws on each "hand" used for digging and battling. Sandslash can curl up to a small size just like its pre-evolved form Sandshrew, but it is of a much larger stature.
Sandslash is a tall, yellow, mammalian creature with brown spikes on its back. It has two very long claws on each "hand" used for digging and battling. Sandslash can curl up to a small size just like its pre-evolved form Sandshrew, but it is of a much larger stature.
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== In the anime==
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*In a episode called ''[[Good 'Quil Hunting]]'', a Trainer called Koji told [[Ash]] about a place that was good for catching some [[Cyndaquil]]. After [[Ash]] captured a [[Cyndaquil]], the trainer challenged Ash to a 1-on-1 battle to see who would have the [[Cyndaquil]]. Koji used a Sandslash against Ash's [[Cyndaquil]] and he lost. [[File:210px-Sandslash anime.jpg|frame|Sandslash in the anime with his trainer, Koji]].
== Evolution ==
== Evolution ==
'''Sandslash''' evolves from [[Sandshrew]] at level 22.
'''Sandslash''' evolves from [[Sandshrew]] at level 22.
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== In the anime==
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*In a episode called ''Good 'Quil Hunting!'', a Trainer called Koji told [[Ash]] about a place that was good for catching some [[Cyndaquil]]. After [[Ash]] captured a [[Cyndaquil]], the trainer challenged Ash to a 1-on-1 battle to see who would have the [[Cyndaquil]]. Koji used a Sandslash against Ash's [[Cyndaquil]] and he lost. [[File:210px-Sandslash anime.jpg|frame|Sandslash in the anime with his trainer, Koji]].
== Game info ==
== Game info ==
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== Origins ==
== Origins ==
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Sandslash appears to be based off an {{WP|armadillo}}. Its name comes from "'''Sand'''" and "'''Slash'''" which references its habitat and sharp claws. It resembles a porcupine.
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Sandslash appears to be based off an [[wikipedia:armadillo|armadillo]]. Its name comes from "'''Sand'''" and "'''Slash'''" which references its habitat and sharp claws. It resembles a porcupine.
== Trivia ==
== Trivia ==
*Despite being known as the Mouse Pokémon, it doesn't resemble a mouse.
*Despite being known as the Mouse Pokémon, it doesn't resemble a mouse.
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*[[Rattata]], [[Raticate]], [[Raichu]], [[Sandshrew]],[[Pikachu]] and Sandslash are all known as the Mouse Pokémon.
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*[[Rattata]], [[Raticate]], [[Raichu]], [[Sandshrew]],[[Pikachu]] and Sandslash are all known as the Mouse Pokémon.
Sandslash is a tall, yellow, mammalian creature with brown spikes on its back. It has two very long claws on each "hand" used for digging and battling. Sandslash can curl up to a small size just like its pre-evolved form Sandshrew, but it is of a much larger stature.
In a episode called Good 'Quil Hunting, a Trainer called Koji told Ash about a place that was good for catching some Cyndaquil. After Ash captured a Cyndaquil, the trainer challenged Ash to a 1-on-1 battle to see who would have the Cyndaquil. Koji used a Sandslash against Ash's Cyndaquil and he lost. Sandslash in the anime with his trainer, Koji
Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
Yellow
It is skilled at slashing enemies with its claws. If broken, they start to grow back in a day.
Gold
In an attempt to hide itself, it will run around at top speed to kick up a blinding dust storm.
Silver
If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spike and claws. They grow back in a day.
Crystal
Adept at climbing trees, it rolls into a spiny ball, then attacks its enemies from above.
Ruby
Sandslash's body is covered by tough spikes, which are hardened sections of its hide. Once a year, the old spikes fall out, to be replaced with new spikes that grow out from beneath the old ones.
Sapphire
Sandslash can roll up its body as if it were a ball covered with large spikes. In battle, this Pokémon will try to make the foe flinch by jabbing it with its spines. It then leaps at the stunned foe to tear wildly with its sharp claws.
Emerald
It curls up in a ball to protect itself from enemy attacks. It also curls up to prevent heatstroke during the daytime when temperatures rise sharply.
FireRed
It is adept at attacking with the spines on its back and its sharp claws while quickly scurrying about.
LeafGreen
Curls up into a spiny ball when threatened. It can roll while curled up to attack or escape.
Diamond
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
Pearl
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
Platinum
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
HeartGold
In an attempt to hide itself, it will run around at top speed to kick up a blinding dust storm.
SoulSilver
If it digs at an incredible pace, it may snap off its spike and claws. They grow back in a day.
Black
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
White
It curls up, then rolls into foes with its back. Its sharp spines inflict severe damage.
Black 2
The spikes on its body are make up of its hardened hide. It rolls up and attacks foes with its spikes.
White 2
The spikes on its body are make up of its hardened hide. It rolls up and attacks foes with its spikes.
Sandslash appears to be based off an armadillo. Its name comes from "Sand" and "Slash" which references its habitat and sharp claws. It resembles a porcupine.
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