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Sandy Shocks is a Electric / Ground-type Paradox Pokemon from Generation 9. This guide covers Sandy Shocks’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Sandy Shocks guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Abilities |
| Quick Facts | Stats |
| Best Moves | All Moves |
| Weaknesses | Evolution |
| Locations | FAQ |
Sandy Shocks is an Electric and Ground-type Paradox Pokemon introduced in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. It resembles an ancient relative of Magneton and uses strong Electric and Ground coverage.
Competitive Overview
Sandy Shocks can work as a special attacker or utility Pokemon thanks to its Electric and Ground typing, useful Speed and access to moves such as Earth Power, Thunderbolt, Volt Switch and entry hazards.
Its value can change by format, but Sandy Shocks is easiest to understand by its typing, ability, strongest moves and how well it fits into current team structures.
Here are the key facts to know about Sandy Shocks, including its type, ability, height, weight and species information.
Name
Sandy Shocks
National Dex
#0989
Type
Electric / Ground
Species
Paradox Pokemon
Height
7’07” / 2.3 m
230 cm
Weight
132.3 lbs / 60.0 kg
60.0 kg
Ability
Protosynthesis
Sandy Shocks has a Paradox Pokemon stat profile built around its typing, ability and battle role. Use the stat table below to review its full base stat spread.
These are some of Sandy Shocks’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A strong Ground-type special attack that hits Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock and Steel-type Pokemon.
Reliable Electric-type damage for Water and Flying-type Pokemon.
An Electric-type attack with a paralysis chance.
Coverage that helps against Fire, Ice, Flying and Bug-type Pokemon.
Coverage against Fairy, Ice and Rock-type Pokemon.
A pivoting Electric move that lets Sandy Shocks keep momentum.
Status support that can slow down faster opponents.
Entry hazard support that punishes grounded switch-ins.
Use the section below to view Sandy Shocks’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Sandy Shocks is a Electric / Ground-type Pokemon. This typing determines which attacks it is weak to, resists or ignores.
Type
Electric / Ground
Weaknesses
Ground, Water, Grass, Ice
Resistances
Flying, Poison, Rock, Steel
Immunity
Electric
Sandy Shocks’s ability helps define its role in battle.
Raises Sandy Shocks’ highest stat in harsh sunlight or when it holds Booster Energy.
Sandy Shocks does not evolve. It is a single-stage Paradox Pokemon.
Single Stage
Does not evolve
Sandy Shocks’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Check the tables below for current location and transfer notes.
| Game | Where to Find Sandy Shocks |
|---|---|
Pokemon Scarlet |
Found in Area Zero in Pokemon Scarlet. It is not normally available in Pokemon Violet without trading or transfer. |
Pokemon Violet |
Found in Area Zero in Pokemon Scarlet. It is not normally available in Pokemon Violet without trading or transfer. |
Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandy Shocks |
|---|---|
Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Sandy Shocks. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Sandy Shocks is a Electric / Ground-type Pokemon.
Sandy Shocks is weak to Ground, Water, Grass, Ice-type moves.
No, Sandy Shocks does not evolve.
Sandy Shocks’s ability is Protosynthesis.
Sandy Shocks’s best moves often include Earth Power, Thunderbolt, Discharge, Power Gem.
Found in Area Zero in Pokemon Scarlet. It is not normally available in Pokemon Violet without trading or transfer.
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