Mid-stage Pokemon like Eelektrik rarely see competitive play outside of special formats. It's a waypoint on the road to Eelektross, which is where the real potential kicks in. Only weak to Ground. Known as the EleFish Pokemon.
Eelektrik's spread isn't flashy. Attack leads, Speed trails, 1 stats clear the bar. Moderately hard to find and worth 2 Attack EVs, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
They coil around foes and shock them with electricity-generating organs that seem simply to be circular patterns.
These Pokémon have a big appetite. When they spot their prey, they attack it and paralyze it with electricity.
Eelektrik Weakness
GoodEelektrik's Electric typing leaves it vulnerable to Ground moves. Its Electric typing keeps the defensive matchups simple. Levitate grants an additional Ground immunity, reshaping the matchup chart.
Eelektrik is partway through a three-stage line between Tynamo and Eelektross. The chain involves an evolution item, so it's not a straightforward grind. So far, HP got the biggest boost (+30 from Tynamo). The final form adds another 110 stats on top.
How to Evolve
Breed with Eelektrik to get Tynamo eggs easily using 63 partners from the Indeterminate egg group.
Eviolite turns Eelektrik into a wall that rivals fully evolved options. Levitate and Sassy nature stack with max HP and Sp. Def EVs to create a surprisingly tough defensive core.
Best Build
Best Eelektrik Moveset
- Knock Off
- U Turn
- Coil
- Zap Cannon
Recommended Teammates
Without TMs, Eelektrik's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get coverage across 7 types on top of Zap Cannon and Thunder for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Eelektrik develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Take Down and Thunderbolt show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Eelektrik develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Thunderbolt and Wild Charge show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Eelektrik develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Thunderbolt and Wild Charge show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Eelektrik appears at moderate rates across 20 spots in late-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Eelektrik in Scarlet & Violet
Tynamo is your first catch on the way to Eelektrik. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 25-65 across 40 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch TynamoEFFORTLESSNorth Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidWaterEFFORTLESSNorth Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidWaterEFFORTLESSSouth Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidWaterEFFORTLESSSouth Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidWaterEFFORTLESSSouth Paldean Sea - RiverScarletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidWaterEFFORTLESSSouth Paldean Sea - RiverVioletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidWaterEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - OceanScarletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - OceanVioletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - OceanScarletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - OceanVioletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRouteEFFORTLESSWest Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidWaterEFFORTLESSWest Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidWaterEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - OceanScarletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - OceanVioletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.25-4330%MidRoute
Step 2Eelektrik ✓MODERATENorth Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworldLv.39-659%LateWaterMODERATENorth Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworldLv.39-659%LateWaterMODERATESouth Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworldLv.39-659%LateWaterMODERATESouth Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworldLv.39-659%LateWaterMODERATESouth Paldean Sea - RiverVioletOverworldLv.39-659%LateWaterMODERATESouth Paldean Sea - RiverScarletOverworldLv.39-659%LateWaterMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - OceanVioletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - OceanScarletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Four) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - OceanVioletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - OceanScarletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteMODERATEWest Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworldLv.39-659%LateWaterMODERATEWest Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworldLv.39-659%LateWaterMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - OceanVioletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - OceanScarletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.39-659%LateRouteor evolve from Tynamo (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Eelektrik in Legends: Z-A. Bring Tynamo over from Black, Black 2, or Scarlet, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Eelektrik in Legends: Z-A
- Step 1Obtain Tynamo
Catch in the wild in:
Then trade to Legends: Z-A to continue the evolution chain.
Also found in:
- Step 2Eelektrik ✓
No wild encounters for Eelektrik in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Bring Tynamo over from Black, Black 2, or Scarlet, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Eelektrik in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Step 1Obtain TynamoAlso found in:
Step 2Eelektrik ✓
Eelektrik isn't available in the wild in Sun & Moon. Start by transferring Tynamo from Black, Black 2, or Scarlet. The evolution path from Tynamo to Eelektrik is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Eelektrik in Sun & Moon
- Step 1Obtain Tynamo
Also found in:
- Step 2Eelektrik ✓
Eelektrik isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Eelektross to unlock its full potential. At 405 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Watch for Garchomp (Ground) when using Eelektrik. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. At base 40 Speed, Eelektrik won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
Tynamo evolves into Eelektrik at level 39. Eelektrik evolves into Eelektross using a Thunder Stone. Eelektrik is a middle-stage evolution in the Tynamo line.
Run Levitate on Eelektrik. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche.
Eelektrik fills the trick room role. It's a mixed attacker — base 85 Attack and 75 Sp. Atk. Base 40 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Eelektrik appears in 8 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Introduced in Black & White, Eelektrik has appeared in 8 games across 5 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBWDebut
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A