Pokemon Guide
Sandygast is a Ghost / Ground-type Pokemon. This guide covers Sandygast’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and Pokemon Champions build information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Sandygast 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 | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Sandygast is a Ghost and Ground-type Pokemon from Alola. It evolves into Palossand and resembles a haunted sand mound.
Competitive Overview
Sandygast has an unusual Ghost and Ground typing with useful defensive immunities. Its main value comes after evolving into Palossand, where its bulk and recovery become stronger.
Here are the key facts to know about Sandygast, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Sandygast
#0769
Ghost / Ground
Sand Heap Pokemon
1’08” / 0.5 m
50 cm
154.3 lbs / 70.0 kg
70.0 kg
Water Compaction, Sand Veil
Sandygast’s base stats help define how it performs in battle across Pokemon games.
These are some of Sandygast’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A useful option for Sandygast across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Sandygast across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Sandygast across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Sandygast across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Sandygast across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Sandygast across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Sandygast across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
A useful option for Sandygast across Pokemon games depending on format, coverage needs and availability.
Use the section below to view Sandygast’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Sandygast is a Ghost / Ground-type Pokemon. Its typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities.
Ghost / Ground
Water, Grass, Ice, Ghost, Dark
Poison, Bug, Rock
Normal, Electric, Fighting
Sandygast’s abilities can affect how it performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Water Compaction can affect how Sandygast performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Sand Veil can affect how Sandygast performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Sandygast evolves into Palossand at Level 42.
Evolution
Ghost / Ground
Starting form
Evolution
Ghost / Ground
Evolves from Sandygast at Level 42
Sandygast’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Check each generation below for game-specific availability notes.
| Game | Where to Find Sandygast |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Red | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Blue | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Yellow | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandygast |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Gold | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Silver | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Crystal | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandygast |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Ruby | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Sapphire | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Emerald | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon FireRed | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon LeafGreen | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandygast |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Diamond | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Pearl | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Platinum | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon HeartGold | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon SoulSilver | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandygast |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Black | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon White | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Black 2 | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon White 2 | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandygast |
|---|---|
| Pokemon X | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Y | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Omega Ruby | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Pokemon Alpha Sapphire | Not available because Sandygast had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandygast |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sun | Found in Alola or obtained by evolution, depending on the game version. |
| Pokemon Moon | Found in Alola or obtained by evolution, depending on the game version. |
| Pokemon Ultra Sun | Found in Alola or obtained by evolution, depending on the game version. |
| Pokemon Ultra Moon | Found in Alola or obtained by evolution, depending on the game version. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandygast |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sword | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Shield | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Brilliant Diamond | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Shining Pearl | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandygast |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Scarlet | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Violet | Not available in this game. |
| Pokemon Legends Z-A | Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Sandygast |
|---|---|
| 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 Sandygast. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Sandygast is a Ghost / Ground-type Pokemon.
Sandygast is weak to Water, Grass, Ice, Ghost, Dark-type moves.
Sandygast’s abilities are Water Compaction, Sand Veil.
Sandygast’s availability depends on the game. Check the location tables above for each generation.
Final Output Note:
Removed the Pokemon Champions Featured Competitive Build section because no confirmed individual TGH build was found for Sandygast.
Information not API-driven yet: manually written abilities, best moves, availability notes, Legends Z-A notes and related guide links.
Human review before publishing: verify final game-specific locations, Legends Z-A details, type icon image IDs and any future Pokemon Champions build coverage for Sandygast.
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