Sandstorm

Goes through enemies and is surrounded by a raging storm dealing {[min_sandstorm_damage]}-{[max_sandstorm_damage]} damage per second and blinding nearby enemies for {[blind_length]} seconds.

Sandstorm

Quick Reference

Type: Evolution ball (Earthquake + Wind)
Effect: Pierces enemies dealing high DPS. Blinds hit enemies
Solo tier: S (top of piercing AoE)
Role: Wave damage + debuff

Rating

Sandstorm is the piercing wave-clearer that maintains damage through entire enemy formations. One launch shreds multiple enemies, so Pit 20+ high-density waves get cleared at unprecedented speed. The blind effect also reduces enemy hit accuracy, contributing defense.

The "pierce" attribute shines against clustered or lined-up enemies. Pairs perfectly with The Sisyphus' AoE and The Embedded's pierce mechanic for compounding effects.

Evolution Recipe

Material A	Material B	Result
Earthquake	Wind	Sandstorm

Both base balls. Earthquake also branches into Glacier/Magma/Overgrowth, so reaching Sandstorm fits naturally into many run paths.

Build Paths

Build	Order	Playstyle
Sandstorm + Inferno	+ Inferno	Pierce + burn = total wave lockdown
Sandstorm + Virus	+ Virus	Pierce expands disease application range
Sandstorm + Assassin	+ Assassin	Pierce hits both fronts and backs
Sandstorm + Hemorrhage	+ Hemorrhage	Pierce accelerates bleed stacking

Best Characters

The Embedded [S] — Native pierce; Sandstorm doubles down
The Repentant — +5%/bounce + pierce = exponential
The Itchy Finger — Rapid fire keeps blind effect rolling

Best Passives

Eyeball — AoE damage amp
Spike Wall — Contact extra DPS
Wagon Wheel — Pierce + bounce = multi-hit
Lightning Bug — Universal AoE booster

Playstyle Tips

Aim at enemy lines: lined-up targets all eaten by single launch
Leverage blind: defensive value reduces incoming damage
Always combo with Inferno: pierce + spread = full coverage

TL;DR

Sandstorm is the S-tier piercing wave-clear. Strong with The Embedded specifically. Core option for AoE builds.