sneasel-hisui #10235
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sneasel-hisui
Generation II · #10235 — Sharp Claw Pokémon
Hisuian Sneasel is a Fighting/Poison regional variant of the classic Dark/Ice Sneasel, representing a fascinating evolutionary branch unique to the Hisui region. As Pokédex entry #215, this Sharp Claw Pokémon stands 0.9 meters tall and weighs 27.0 kilograms, maintaining the same compact frame as its Alola counterpart while housing a dramatically different internal composition reflected in its new dual typing. First introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Hisuian Sneasel represents an intriguing departure from the predatory ice-type hunter its ancestors are known to be, instead embodying the raw physical aggression and toxic capabilities adapted to survival in ancient Hisui. With a base stat total of 430, this form emphasizes Speed (115) and Attack (95) as its primary offensive strengths, making it a formidable physical sweeper despite its modest defensive capabilities.
Base Stats
Height
0.9m
Weight
27.0kg
Category
Sharp Claw Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
black
Shape
upright
Habitat
forest
Abilities
Prevents flinching.
Prevents accuracy from being lowered.
Steals attacking Pokémon's held items on contact.
Sneasel-hisui Biology & Physical Characteristics
The most striking biological feature of Hisuian Sneasel is its complete shift away from the icy composition of its traditional counterparts. While the standard Sneasel relies on Dark and Ice typing to navigate cold mountainous regions with supernatural precision, the Hisuian form has evolved a physiology centered around fighting prowess and toxic secretion. Its physical structure retains the characteristic sharp claws concealed within its paws, but the musculature underlying this deadly weaponry is enhanced for close-quarters combat rather than stealth-based ice manipulation. The poison-type classification indicates a fundamental change in its biological makeup, suggesting that Hisuian Sneasel produces toxic compounds through specialized glands rather than relying on environmental ice manipulation. Standing at the same height as its traditional form but slightly lighter at 27.0 kilograms, this variant has evolved a more agile, combat-ready body composition optimized for explosive movement and direct confrontation.
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Training
Breeding
Sneasel-hisui Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Hisuian Sneasel maintains a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male to 50% female, allowing for straightforward breeding mechanics without complications from gender-exclusive forms or unusual reproductive patterns. Both males and females are equally viable for breeding purposes, with no notable dimorphism that would affect competitive viability or breeding efficiency. The species belongs to the Field Egg Group, which encompasses a diverse array of primarily terrestrial and mammalian-like Pokemon, making Hisuian Sneasel compatible with various other Pokemon for breeding purposes. With a relatively quick hatch time of 20 cycles (approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps), breeders can produce multiple Sneasel offspring in reasonable timeframes without excessive grinding. The base friendship of only 35, lower than normal for most Pokemon, suggests that Hisuian Sneasel require more effort to bond with during training and breeding programs, reflecting its wild, aggressive nature. Competitive breeders targeting high-performance Hisuian Sneasel or eventual Sneasler typically focus on breeding for favorable natures and individual values that maximize Speed and Attack stats.
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TMs & HMs
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diamond pearl
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firered leafgreen
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ruby sapphire
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black white
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xd
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colosseum
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heartgold soulsilver
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omega ruby alpha sapphire
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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red blue
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blue japan
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Gender Differences
This Pokémon has visible differences between male and female forms.
sneasel-hisui's Evolution Chain
Sneasel-hisui Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Hisuian Sneasel follows a unique evolutionary pathway distinct from its Dark/Ice ancestor, evolving into Sneasler when leveled up while holding a Razor Claw during daylight hours. This represents a fascinating inversion of the traditional Sneasel evolution mechanics, where the standard form evolves into Weavile when leveled up with a Razor Claw during the night. The daylight evolution requirement emphasizes Hisuian Sneasel's departure from nocturnal hunter paradigms, instead suggesting a Pokemon adapted to active daytime engagement. Sneasler, the final evolutionary form, becomes a powerful Fighting/Poison-type Pokemon of imposing stature and combat capability, representing the ultimate expression of Hisuian Sneasel's aggressive evolutionary line. The evolution chain itself—Sneasel to Sneasler via daylight Razor Claw evolution—marks a complete reimagining of this Pokemon family's life cycle, with no intermediate stage like the traditional Weavile, creating a streamlined two-stage evolution that reflects the more direct and brutal nature of Hisuian ecology.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Sneasel-hisui Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Hisuian Sneasel displays a temperament far more aggressive and confrontational than its traditional counterparts, reflecting the harsher environment and competitive pressures of ancient Hisui. Where standard Sneasel are known for cunning theft and nest-raiding from the safety of darkness, the Hisuian form has adapted to be an active, daytime hunter capable of engaging threats directly. Its behavior suggests a Pokemon that relies less on stealth and deception and more on raw physical dominance, using its enhanced musculature and poison-producing capabilities to overcome prey and competitors alike. The species inhabits rocky, mountainous terrain throughout Hisui, thriving in areas where traditional predators struggle to establish dominance. Hisuian Sneasel appears to have become more social or territorial in nature, possibly forming small groups for hunting and resource protection. Its base happiness of only 35 indicates a particularly volatile and aggressive nature, making it a challenging Pokemon to befriend despite its availability for capture in Legends: Arceus.
Pokedex Entries
Generation II
Its paws conceal sharp claws. If attacked, it sud denly extends the claws and startles its enemy.
Vicious in nature, it drives PIDGEY from their nests and feasts on the eggs that are left behind.
This cunning POKéMON hides under the cover of darkness, waiting to attack its prey.
Generation III
SNEASEL scales trees by punching its hooked claws into the bark. This POKéMON seeks out unguarded nests and steals eggs for food while the parents are away.
A SNEASEL scales trees by punching its hooked claws into the bark. It seeks out unguarded nests and steals eggs for food while the parents are away.
Vicious in nature, it drives PIDGEY from their nests and feasts on the eggs that are left behind.
Its paws conceal sharp claws. If attacked, it suddenly extends the claws and startles its enemy.
Generation IV
It feeds on eggs stolen from nests. Its sharply hooked claws rip vulnerable spots on prey.
It is extremely vicious and will not stop attacking until its foe is incapable of moving.
A smart and sneaky Pokémon. A pair may work together to steal eggs by having one lure the parents away.
Its paws conceal sharp claws. If attacked, it suddenly extends the claws and startles its enemy.
Vicious in nature, it drives PIDGEY from their nests and scavenges any leftovers it can find.
Generation V
A smart and sneaky Pokémon. A pair may work together to steal eggs by having one lure the parents away.
A smart and sneaky Pokémon, it makes its opponents flinch by suddenly showing the claws hidden in its paws.
Generation VI
It feeds on eggs stolen from nests. Its sharply hooked claws rip vulnerable spots on prey.
Its paws conceal sharp claws. If attacked, it suddenly extends the claws and startles its enemy.
Sneasel scales trees by punching its hooked claws into the bark. This Pokémon seeks out unguarded nests and steals eggs for food while the parents are away.
Generation VII
It has a cunning yet savage disposition. It waits for parents to leave their nests, and then it sneaks in to steal their eggs.
They will cooperate to steal eggs from the nests of bird Pokémon, but fights break out to determine which one gets to eat the eggs.
It uses its claws to poke holes in eggs so it can slurp out the insides. Breeders consider it a scourge and will drive it away or eradicate it.
It blends into the dark of night to ambush its prey. Sneasel will attack Sandshrew, but its hard skin can cause Sneasel’s claws to snap off.
Generation VIII
Its paws conceal sharp claws. If attacked, it suddenly extends the claws and startles its enemy.
It has a cunning yet savage disposition. It waits for parents to leave their nests, and then it sneaks in to steal their eggs.
Its sturdy, curved claws are ideal for traversing precipitous cliffs. From the tips of these claws drips a venom that infiltrates the nerves of any prey caught in Sneasel's grasp.
Sneasel-hisui Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The design of Hisuian Sneasel represents a deliberate artistic choice to emphasize combat and toxicity over stealth and ice manipulation. While maintaining the core silhouette and sharp-clawed characteristics that define Sneasel across all forms, the Hisuian variant incorporates visual cues suggesting a more aggressive, physically imposing Pokemon. The Fighting/Poison typing is reflected in design elements suggesting muscular development and potentially visible toxic coloration or patterns compared to the sleek, icy appearance of traditional Sneasel. The name 'Sneasel' derives from a combination of 'sneak' and 'weasel,' reflecting the original form's predatory and stealthy nature, though the Hisuian form subverts the 'sneak' element in favor of direct confrontation. The designation as the 'Sharp Claw Pokémon' genus remains consistent across all forms, acknowledging the universal signature weapon that defines this evolutionary line. The regional variant's design philosophy aligns with Hisui's rough, ancient setting, where Pokemon had not yet been fully domesticated and survival demanded aggressive adaptation rather than sophisticated stealth tactics.
Learnable Moves
Sneasel-hisui can learn 68 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acid spray | poison | Special | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| agility | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| bulk up | fighting | Status | — | — | 20 |
| calm mind | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| close combat | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| coaching | fighting | Status | — | — | 10 |
| counter | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double hit | normal | Physical | 35 | 90 | 10 |
| drain punch | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fake out | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 10 |
| false swipe | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| feint | normal | Physical | 30 | 100 | 10 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| focus energy | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| gunk shot | poison | Physical | 120 | 80 | 5 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| lash out | dark | Physical | 75 | 100 | 5 |
| leer | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| low sweep | fighting | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| metal claw | steel | Physical | 50 | 95 | 35 |
| nasty plot | dark | Status | — | — | 20 |
| night slash | dark | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| poison jab | poison | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| poison tail | poison | Physical | 50 | 100 | 25 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| quick attack | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| quick guard | fighting | Status | — | — | 15 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| reversal | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| scratch | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| screech | normal | Status | — | 85 | 40 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| slash | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sludge bomb | poison | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| sludge wave | poison | Special | 95 | 100 | 10 |
| snarl | dark | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| spite | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| switcheroo | dark | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| swords dance | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| throat chop | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| toxic spikes | poison | Status | — | — | 20 |
| trailblaze | grass | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| vacuum wave | fighting | Special | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| venoshock | poison | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| x scissor | bug | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
Sneasel-hisui Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battling, Hisuian Sneasel functions as a potent physical sweeper and priority move user with access to critical tools for offensive momentum. Its exceptional Speed stat of 115 allows it to outpace significant portions of the competitive metagame, while an Attack stat of 115 provides substantial offensive pressure with Fighting and Poison-type moves. The combination of inner-focus and keen-eye abilities provides strategic flexibility, with inner-focus preventing the flinching status that would compromise its sweeper role, while keen-eye guards against accuracy reduction in competitive scenarios involving stat-lowering strategies. The hidden ability pickpocket presents an interesting option for scouts seeking to steal held items from opponents' Pokemon upon contact, potentially disrupting strategies relying on choice items or life orbs. Hisuian Sneasel's reduced special defense of 75 and defense of 55 create notable vulnerabilities to special attacks and flying-type moves, requiring careful team construction to ensure it survives hits from common competitive threats. Many competitive players utilize Hisuian Sneasel as a lead or lead support Pokemon, leveraging its speed to establish early tempo while its poison typing provides utility coverage against fairy-type threats that plague fighting-type specialists.
Commonly Asked Questions About Sneasel-hisui
What type is Sneasel-hisui?
Sneasel-hisui is a fighting and poison type Pokemon.
What does Sneasel-hisui evolve into?
Sneasel-hisui does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Sneasel-hisui's weaknesses?
Sneasel-hisui is weak to flying, psychic and ground type moves.
Sneasel-hisui Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Hisuian Sneasel emerged from Pokémon Legends: Arceus as a signature representative of the regional variant concept that Game Freak has increasingly emphasized in recent generations, demonstrating how historical or alternative environments reshape Pokemon evolution and ecology. The Fighting/Poison typing immediately captured competitive player attention and fascination within the broader Pokemon community, as the unexpected dual-type combination challenged preconceptions about Sneasel's identity. The daylight evolution requirement inverting traditional Sneasel mechanics struck many players as thematically resonant with Legends: Arceus's more organic, less domesticated portrayal of Pokemon-human interaction. Fan communities have extensively theorized about the biological and ecological pressures that drove Hisuian Sneasel toward aggressive physical combat and poison production, using it as a lens to explore how environment shapes evolutionary outcomes. The visual redesign, while maintaining core recognizable features, sparked artistic discussions about regional form design philosophy and the balance between respecting original designs and creating meaningfully distinct variants. Hisuian Sneasel's presence in subsequent games like Pokémon Scarlet and Violet solidified its place in contemporary Pokemon canon.
Where to Find Sneasel-hisui in Every Pokémon Game
Hisuian Sneasel is primarily available in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, where it appears as a native species of the Hisui region with a capture rate of 60, making it moderately challenging but feasible to catch without excessive grinding. The species has subsequently appeared in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, where it maintains similar catch rates and availability in appropriate habitat zones aligned with its mountain-dwelling nature. In Legends: Arceus specifically, Hisuian Sneasel can be found in rocky, mountainous areas where trainers explore the Hisui dex with standard encounter rates during both day and night cycles, though its aggressive nature means it may initiate confrontations rather than allow passive observation. The species is breedable in games where it appears, allowing players to generate multiple specimens without re-capturing individuals. Trading mechanisms between Legends: Arceus and later Pokemon games enable transfer of captured or bred Hisuian Sneasel to Scarlet and Violet, maintaining the species' accessibility across modern titles. Players seeking competitive or collectible specimens should prioritize encounters in Legends: Arceus where nature and individual values can be optimized through persistent catching, as the lower base friendship suggests wild specimens retain more of their natural temperament.