Pokemon's fourth-generation introduced many new evolutions to existing Pokemon that remain popular for players even in Pokemon Sword and Shield. One of these Pokemon is Froslass, a dual Ice and Ghost-type Pokemon that is one of Snorunt's possible evolutions.
Froslass can be found in the wild in Pokemon Sword and Shield as well as be evolved from Snorunt. Whichever players decide to do it up to preference, as both methods will result in the same Pokemon.
Updated January 24th, 2022 by Russ Boswell: There are tons of Pokemon for players to choose from in Pokemon Sword & Shield, with many being overlooked thanks to the myriad of choices available. Froslass is one of the coolest (no pun intended) Ice-types around, with great speed and the ability to break walls, as well as set up Spikes and other hazards. Players looking for Froslass in Pokemon Sword may be confused on how exactly to obtain this unique creature. To give trainers a better idea on how to catch Froslass in Pokemon Sword, the following guide has been updated and now includes even more information about the Pokemon, its first stage evolution, and where players can catch their own, as well as a potential build for battle.
How To Find A Snorunt
If players choose go the evolution route, they should note that only female Snorunt have the ability to evolve into Froslass. In addition to this, players will also need a Dawn Stone in order to evolve their Snorunt. Dawn Stones can be found once in Giant's Cap, but can be obtained multiple times via the Digging Duo.
When looking for Snorunt, players can find them in multiple locations. They can appear as visible encounters on Route 8, West Lake Axewell, East Lake Axewell, North Lake Miloch, Giant's Seat, and Hammerlocke Hills. Snorunt can also appear as a random tall grass encounter at Rolling Fields, Dappled Grove, West Lake Axewell, East Lake Axewell, Watchtower Ruins, North Lake Miloch, South Lake Miloch, Giant's Cap, and Hammerlocke Hills.
Players can also encounter Snorunt as a Pokemon raid boss. The locations where players can challenge it are: Dusty Bowl (den located between two large rocks and sitting on grass), Giant's Cap (den located near the rocky area next to the water), Giant's Seat (southern-most den in Pokemon Shield only), Hammerlocke Hills (western-most den), and Stony Wilderness (western-most den of the triangle den formation).
If players own the Crown Tundra DLC expansion, they can also find Snorunt in these new locations. Snorunt can spawn as a visible encounter at Giant's Bed, Snowslide Slope, Tunnel to the Top, and Giant's Foot.
Snorunt's Base Stats And Abilities
Here's a look at Snorunt's base stats, as well as the abilities it can come with when caught.
Base Stats:
- HP: 50
- Attack: 50
- Special Attack: 50
- Defense: 50
- Special Defense: 50
- Speed: 50
- Total: 300
Abilities:
- Inner Focus - The Pokemon will not Flinch and will not have its stats lowered by the ability Intimidate.
- Ice Body - The Pokemon has its HP restored by 1/16th when it is hailing.
- Moody (Hidden) - At the end of each turn, the Pokemon has one of its stats randomly increased by two stages, while another is randomly decreased by one stage. This does not affect Accuracy or Evasion.
How To Catch A Froslass Directly
For players not wanting to go through the evolution process with Snorunt, Froslass can be encountered as a raid boss in both the main Galar region and the Crown Tundra. These raid locations are Giant's Cap and Hammerlocke Hills with the same den locations as Snorunt. In the Crown Tundra, Froslass can appear on Dynamax Adventures in the Max Lair.
Froslass additionally appears outside of raids as a wandering Pokemon in various locations around the Crown Tundra. These locations are the Slippery Slope, Giant's Bed, Old Cemetery, Snowslide Slope, and Tunnel to the Top. Finding one this way will have it be at a higher level than the other Pokemon in the surrounding area.
Froslass' Base Stats And Abilities
Here's a look at Froslass' base stats and abilities when captured.
Base Stats:
- HP: 70
- Attack: 80
- Special Attack: 80
- Defense: 70
- Special Defense: 70
- Speed: 110
- Total: 480
Abilities:
- Snow Cloak - Raises the evasion stat by one stage when it's hailing.
- Cursed Body (Hidden) - When a move connects with this Pokemon, it has a 30 percent chance of being disabled.
The Best Build For Froslass
Although Froslass doesn't have the best abilities or the highest base stats, it's still capable of dishing out some great damage and can be a welcome addition to any player's team if they build it correctly. Here's a look at one of the better builds available for Froslass, including the most desirable nature, moves, and held item. Those looking for a dependable Pokemon capable of setting up the rest of the team with solid speed can use this build to punish opponents.
Moves:
- Ice Beam
- Shadow Ball
- Spikes
- Taunt
Nature:
- Timid
Held Item:
- Heavy Duty Boots
Froslass is capable of setting up Spikes effectively to help other, stronger Pokemon with a much easier time breaking through a difficult opposing team.
Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield are now available exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.