Sandygast

() is a /-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VII.
==Biology==
===Physiology===
Sandygast looks a lot like a pile of sand with a face and a shovel on its head just like its evolution known as Palossand.
===Behavior===
Sandygast are said to be born when supernatural forces possess mounds of sand built by children. Some say this is done by spirits of the dead, while others believe that they are possessed by the manifested grudges of people and Pokémon. Sandygast dwell on sandy beaches, where they blend in perfectly with their surroundings. They use their bright red shovels to lure in small children; those who grab their shovels fall under their influences and are compelled to begin adding more sand to their bodies, making them larger.
If a Sandygast loses its shovel, it may instead temporarily use a tree branch, flag, or other sturdy object it finds on the shore until it can find its shovel again. They are very protective of these tools and will try their best to fight to regain them if stolen. Sandygast can suck the life force of living beings with their gaping mouths. In Alola, it is a test of courage to stick one's hand in a Sandygast's orifice.
Obviously, beach-going parents warn their children to not play with wild Sandygast or grab their red shovels. Incidence rates of such occurrences, however, have remained stagnant for decades despite these warnings. Children playing on beaches where Sandygast are known to be found are warned to knock down piles of sand they build before leaving in order to prevent possible possessions.
===Natural abilities===
Sandygast can possess others if they accidentally touch its shovel. With this ability, it controls children to pile up sand in order to make itself larger.
Also, Sandygast can use its tunnel-shaped mouth to absorb the energy of humans and Pokémon.
== Evolution ==
Sandygast evolves into Palossand at level 42.
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==Petting Spots==
*Favored Spot: Its side dunes.
*Disfavored Spot: Its shovel.
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==Trivia==
===Origin===
Sandygast is based on sand pits. Its shiny coloration is based on the black sand beaches of Hawaii.
===Etymology===
Sandygast comes from sandy and ghast.
===Names in other languages===
*English:
==Gallery==
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