# Sandslash-Alola - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 9 OU

> Find the best Sandslash-Alola builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 9 OU. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Sandslash-Alola Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 OU (`gen9ou`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9ou |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou/Sandslash-Alola)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou/Sandslash-Alola
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 9 OU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9ou](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou)

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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Sandslash-Alola.

## Common Moves
- **Swords Dance**: 96.199%
- **Rapid Spin**: 92.847%
- **Triple Axel**: 91.644%
- **Earthquake**: 56.389%
- **Knock Off**: 44.780%
- **Other**: 18.140%

## Common Abilities
- **Slush Rush**: 100.000%

## Common Items
- **Air Balloon**: 42.495%
- **Lum Berry**: 41.823%
- **Wide Lens**: 6.556%
- **Loaded Dice**: 5.815%
- **Other**: 3.311%

## Common Teammates
- **Mismagius**: 42.426%
- **Smeargle**: 42.009%
- **Sandaconda**: 41.874%
- **Heracross**: 41.822%
- **Qwilfish**: 38.707%
- **Ribombee**: 37.550%

## FAQ for Sandslash-Alola in gen9ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Sandslash-Alola?
The most common moves for Sandslash-Alola are Swords Dance, Rapid Spin, Triple Axel, Earthquake. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Sandslash-Alola?
Sandslash-Alola is frequently paired with Mismagius, Smeargle, Sandaconda, Heracross. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Sandslash-Alola?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Sandslash-Alola?
The top build for Sandslash-Alola features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 48.178% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Sandslash-Alola?
Sandslash-Alola is most effectively run with the ability **Slush Rush** (100.000%) and the item **Air Balloon** (42.495%).

### What is the most common role for Sandslash-Alola?
Based on common item usage (Air Balloon), Sandslash-Alola often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9ou-1825 meta.

### What are the base stats for Sandslash-Alola?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 75 |
| Attack | 100 |
| Defense | 120 |
| Sp. Atk | 25 |
| Sp. Def | 65 |
| Speed | 65 |
| **BST** | **450** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Sandslash-Alola on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou/Sandslash-Alola) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 9 OU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9ou) - Build teams with Sandslash-Alola
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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