
| Max CP | 3,914 |
| Generation | Paldea (Gen 9) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ❌ No |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Sandy Shocks is a Electric/Ground-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,914 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Sandy Shocks has base stats of 244 Attack, 195 Defense, and 198 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 637.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 244, Sandy Shocks is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.
In Rainy weather, Sandy Shocks receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Sandy Shocks is 20km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splash | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Struggle | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Sandy Shocks takes increased damage from these types:
Sandy Shocks takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Sandy Shocks in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Grass Steel | 323 | 182 | 139 | 4,206 |
| 2 |
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 3 |
| Water | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 4 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 5 |
| Water | 262 | 142 | 172 | 3,391 |
| 6 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 7 |
| Ground Steel | 255 | 129 | 242 | 3,711 |
| 8 |
| Dragon Ice | 254 | 168 | 229 | 4,061 |
| 9 |
| Fire Water | 252 | 216 | 190 | 4,151 |
| 10 |
| Grass Fairy | 249 | 215 | 172 | 3,912 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 1,499 |
| 2 | 4 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 1,493 |
| 3 | 4 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 1,497 |
| 4 | 5 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 1,496 |
| 5 | 5 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 1,499 |
| 6 | 6 | 15 | 12 | 16 | 1,498 |
| 7 | 6 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 1,498 |
| 8 | 3 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 1,487 |
| 9 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 1,491 |
| 10 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 1,499 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 15 | 14 | 27 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 1 | 15 | 14 | 27 | 2,490 |
| 3 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 27 | 2,496 |
| 4 | 2 | 14 | 14 | 27 | 2,495 |
| 5 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 27 | 2,500 |
| 6 | 3 | 13 | 14 | 27 | 2,499 |
| 7 | 2 | 15 | 13 | 27 | 2,495 |
| 8 | 3 | 14 | 13 | 27 | 2,499 |
| 9 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 27 | 2,480 |
| 10 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 27 | 2,486 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.
| IVs | Wild L30 | Research L15 | Raid L20 | WB L25 | Max L40 | L50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (15/15/15) | 2,932 | 1,466 | 1,954 | 2,443 | 3,421 | 3,879 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,925 | 1,462 | 1,950 | 2,438 | 3,413 | 3,869 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,925 | 1,462 | 1,950 | 2,437 | 3,413 | 3,869 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,907 | 1,453 | 1,938 | 2,422 | 3,391 | 3,845 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,904 | 1,452 | 1,936 | 2,420 | 3,388 | 3,842 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,882 | 1,441 | 1,921 | 2,401 | 3,362 | 3,812 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,857 | 1,428 | 1,904 | 2,381 | 3,333 | 3,779 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,876 | 1,438 | 1,917 | 2,396 | 3,355 | 3,804 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,808 | 1,404 | 1,871 | 2,339 | 3,275 | 3,714 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,566 | 1,283 | 1,711 | 2,138 | 2,994 | 3,395 |
Important CP values for Sandy Shocks with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,879 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,421 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,871 - 1,954 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,339 - 2,443 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,871 - 1,954 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,404 - 1,466 CP |
Maximum CP for Sandy Shocks with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 48 | 26 | 3,421 |
| 2 | 3,421 | 27 | 3,421 |
| 3 | 3,421 | 28 | 3,421 |
| 4 | 3,421 | 29 | 3,421 |
| 5 | 461 | 30 | 2,932 |
| 6 | 3,421 | 31 | 3,421 |
| 7 | 3,421 | 32 | 3,421 |
| 8 | 3,421 | 33 | 3,421 |
| 9 | 3,421 | 34 | 3,421 |
| 10 | 977 | 35 | 3,176 |
| 11 | 3,421 | 36 | 3,421 |
| 12 | 3,421 | 37 | 3,421 |
| 13 | 3,421 | 38 | 3,421 |
| 14 | 3,421 | 39 | 3,421 |
| 15 | 1,466 | 40 | 3,421 |
| 16 | 3,421 | 41 | 3,421 |
| 17 | 3,421 | 42 | 3,421 |
| 18 | 3,421 | 43 | 3,421 |
| 19 | 3,421 | 44 | 3,421 |
| 20 | 1,954 | 45 | 3,659 |
| 21 | 3,421 | 46 | 3,421 |
| 22 | 3,421 | 47 | 3,421 |
| 23 | 3,421 | 48 | 3,421 |
| 24 | 3,421 | 49 | 3,421 |
| 25 | 2,443 | 50 | 3,879 |
Sandy Shocks (#989) is a Electric/Ground-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,914 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Sandy Shocks is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Sandy Shocks in 2026.
As a Legendary Pokémon, Sandy Shocks is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It can be obtained through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, and GO Battle League rewards at Rank 20+. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.
Sandy Shocks's Attack stat is 244 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Sandy Shocks a strong damage dealer.
With 195 Defense (Excellent) and 198 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 637. This gives Sandy Shocks reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Electric-type Pokémon, Sandy Shocks's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Sandy Shocks depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Splash (Fast) with Struggle (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.
For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Sandy Shocks has 1 Fast Attacks and 1 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Sandy Shocks can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Electric/Ground typing provides useful matchups against Electric, Flying, Steel-type threats while being weak to Ground, Water, Grass types.
With 3,879 CP at Level 50, Sandy Shocks is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Sandy Shocks appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Ground, Water, Grass-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Sandy Shocks at Level 20 (1,871 - 1,954 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,339 - 2,443 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,954 CP.
Sandy Shocks is a Legendary Pokémon obtainable through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, GO Battle League rewards (Rank 20+), and special event distributions. Check the current events for raid availability.
Shiny Sandy Shocks is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.
Sandy Shocks gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,339 - 2,443 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
Q: What is Sandy Shocks's max CP?
A: 3,879 CP at Level 50, or 3,421 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Sandy Shocks good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Sandy Shocks be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Sandy Shocks weak to?
A: Ground, Water, Grass, Ice-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Splash + Struggle for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.