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EelektrikThis pageLevel 39
Eelektross
Use Thunder Stone
Eelektrik Best Moveset
85 Attack at 40 Speed on Electric with AbilityLevitate blocking Ground. Zero type weaknesses. The moveset has some physical output but the Speed is unplayable. Held ItemEviolite adds bulk since Eelektross exists. One evolution from 115 Attack and the mixed offensive profile.
Eelektrik saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Eelektrik's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Levitate with Eviolite, favoring a Sassy nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Eelektrik best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- U Turn
- Knock Off
- Giga Drain
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
Eelektrik saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Eelektrik maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Levitate with Eviolite, favoring a Careful nature.
Wall Moveset
- Rest
- Sleep Talk
- Coil
- Wild Charge
Recommended Teammates
Eelektrik saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Eelektrik maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Levitate with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Knock Off
- Toxic
- U Turn
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Eelektrik saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Eelektrik maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Levitate with Eviolite, favoring a Sassy nature.
Pivot Moveset
- Knock Off
- U Turn
- Coil
- Zap Cannon
Recommended Teammates
Eelektrik Weakness
Eelektrik's Electric typing leaves it vulnerable to Ground. Its Electric typing keeps the defensive matchups simple. Levitate grants an additional Ground immunity, reshaping the matchup chart.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Electric, Flying, Steel |
What is Eelektrik Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Eelektrik
Garchomp can KO Eelektrik with Earthquake (89-105%).
 Garchomp DragonGround | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Eelektrik View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x89-105%KO | ||
Evolution
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. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Eelektrik to get Tynamo eggs easily using 63 partners from the Amorphous egg group.
Shiny Eelektrik
The blue body picks up a greenish tint. It's at least visible on Eelektrik, which puts it ahead of its pre-evolution, but nobody's hunting for this one on purpose.
Shiny Eelektrik Odds & Hunting Methods
8 of 8 VerifiedHow do we research these odds?
We check every game where a shiny is possible, then rank each one by the best method available in that game, so the row at the top is the fastest route overall.
Odds marked verified are cross-checked against multiple independent sources before we publish them. Where a rate is not yet confirmed we mark the row pending rather than guess a number.
Read our full methodologyHow to Get Eelektrik
Eelektrik appears at moderate rates across 15 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 SV
Tynamo is your first catch on the way to Eelektrik. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 25-80 across 64 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch TynamoNorth Paldean Sea - OceanLv.25-43OverworldRate 30%South Paldean Sea - OceanLv.25-43OverworldRate 30%South Paldean Sea - RiverLv.25-43OverworldRate 30%South Province (Area Four) - OceanLv.25-43OverworldRate 30%South Province (Area Four) - RiverLv.25-43OverworldRate 30%South Province (Area Six) - OceanLv.25-43OverworldRate 30%South Province (Area Six) - RiverLv.25-43OverworldRate 30%West Paldean Sea - OceanLv.25-43OverworldRate 30%West Province (Area One) - OceanLv.25-43OverworldRate 30%West Province (Area One) - RiverLv.25-43OverworldRate 30%Canyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80OverworldSavanna BiomeLv.50-80OverworldChilling WaterheadOverworldOni MountainOverworld
Step 2Eelektrik ✓Kitakami WildsLv.39-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.39-60OverworldNorth Paldean Sea - OceanLv.39-65OverworldRate 9%South Paldean Sea - OceanLv.39-65OverworldRate 9%South Paldean Sea - RiverLv.39-65OverworldRate 9%South Province (Area Four) - OceanLv.39-65OverworldRate 9%South Province (Area Four) - RiverLv.39-65OverworldRate 9%South Province (Area Six) - OceanLv.39-65OverworldRate 9%South Province (Area Six) - RiverLv.39-65OverworldRate 9%West Paldean Sea - OceanLv.39-65OverworldRate 9%West Province (Area One) - OceanLv.39-65OverworldRate 9%West Province (Area One) - RiverLv.39-65OverworldRate 9%Canyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80OverworldSavanna BiomeLv.50-80Overworldor evolve from Tynamo (Step 1)
Step 3Catch or Evolve into EelektrossCanyon BiomeOverworldPolar BiomeOverworldor evolve from Eelektrik (Step 2)
Not landing the catch? Calculate Eelektrik catch rates for Scarlet & Violet by ball, status, and HP.
Eelektrik, a jawless Electric eel, coils through a few of the city's Wild Zones, met on the overworld across a tight band from level 39 to level 44.
Where To Catch Eelektrik in LZA
Tynamo is your first catch on the way to Eelektrik. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 21-65 across 8 total spots in the chain.
- Step 2Eelektrik ✓Hyperspace Lumiose - Electric 3-StarLv.39-41GrassLegends: Z-AHyperspace Lumiose - Electric 4-StarLv.42-44GrassLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Tynamo (Step 1)
- Step 3Catch or Evolve into EelektrossHyperspace Lumiose - Electric 4-StarLv.44-46GrassLegends: Z-AWild Zone 20Lv.64-65OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Eelektrik (Step 2)
Eelektrik doesn't appear in the wild in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, and neither does Tynamo. Breed a caught Eelektross to hatch Tynamo, then evolve it into Eelektrik. The step cards below show where Eelektross turns up.
How to Obtain Eelektrik in USUM
Step 1Obtain Tynamo
Step 2Eelektrik ✓
Step 3Catch or Evolve into Eelektrossor evolve from Eelektrik (Step 2)
Neither Eelektrik nor Tynamo is found in the wild in Sun & Moon. Catch Eelektross, breed it for an Egg that hatches into Tynamo, then evolve Tynamo into Eelektrik. The step cards below map the 3-stage chain.
How to Obtain Eelektrik in SM
- Step 1Obtain TynamoBREEDINGAvailableLeave Eelektrik with a compatible partner at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Tynamo egg.
- Step 2Eelektrik ✓
- Step 3Catch or Evolve into Eelektrossor evolve from Eelektrik (Step 2)
Base Stats
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.
Eelektrik Guide
Eelektrik does the job early-game if you need a Electric type on your team. Evolve it into Eelektross before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Use Eelektrik as a trick room. Splits damage between physical and special. It's slow, so Trick Room or priority moves are key. Set up with Coil when you get a free turn.
Run Sassy on Eelektrik. +Sp. Def is what matters, and the -Speed cut doesn't hurt this set. Fits the trick room role.
Game Availability
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.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BWDebut
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7Let's Go
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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