Sandygast

🎯 Best Counters Against Sandygast

Top Pokémon to use when battling Sandygast in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Darkrai	Dark	285	198	172	4,278
4	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
5	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
6	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
7	Dragapult	Dragon Ghost	266	170	204	4,041
8	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
9	Inteleon	Water	262	142	172	3,391
10	Gengar	Ghost Poison	261	149	155	3,292

📖 Complete Sandygast Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Sandygast (#769) is a Ghost/Ground-type Pokémon from the Alola region (Generation 7) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,411 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Sandygast has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Sandygast in 2026.

📊 Sandygast Stats Analysis

Sandygast's Attack stat is 120 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Sandygast may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 118 Defense (Average) and 146 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 384. Trainers should be mindful of Sandygast's limited bulk. Compared to other Ghost-type Pokémon, Sandygast's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Sandygast Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Sandygast depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Astonish (Fast) with Sand Tomb (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. Sandygast has 3 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Sandygast PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Sandygast 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 Ghost/Ground typing provides useful matchups against Poison, Normal, Fighting-type threats while being weak to Ghost, Dark, Water types.

Master League

In Master League, Sandygast faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Sandygast Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Sandygast's effectiveness depends on its typing and 120 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Sandygast use Ghost, Dark-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Sandygast in Pokémon GO

Sandygast can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Foggy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Sandygast Evolution Guide

Sandygast is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Sandygast (#769) ← current
• Palossand (#770) — 50 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

✨ Shiny Sandygast in Pokémon GO

Shiny Sandygast is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Sandygast gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (819 - 881 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 50K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
• Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
• Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.

❓ FAQ About Sandygast

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Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.