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Ability profile

Sand Force Pokemon Ability

Generation

Generation V

Pokémon with ability

18

Effect

During a sandstorm, this Pokémon's Rock-, Ground-, and Steel-type moves have 1.3× their base power. This Pokémon does not take sandstorm damage, regardless of type.

Flavor text

Boosts certain moves’ power in a sandstorm.

Quick summary

Sand Force is a main-series ability from Generation V. Open species profiles below to see typings, moves, and community fan rank where available.

Battle context

Generation debut

Generation V

Sand Force first appeared in Generation V. Compare how newer releases reuse or power up the effect when building themed teams.

Main series

Yes

Sand Force is used in main-series battles and links to 18 species profiles below.

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