Galvantula Best Moveset
AbilityCompound Eyes boosts accuracy, making MoveThunder 91% accurate and MoveSticky Web the primary entry hazard role. Held ItemFocus Sash with NatureTimid at 108 Speed guarantees one turn to set Sticky Web before anything else happens. Bug/Electric TermStab at 97 Sp. Atk fires supplementary damage. The moveset is a dedicated hazard lead that also hits from the special side.
Compound Eyes boosted Thunder to 91% accuracy in Gen V (Black & White). Bug/Electric with 108 Speed. Sticky Web wasn't available yet, so Thunder spam was the primary role.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Thunder
- Volt Switch
- Energy Ball
Recommended Teammates
Sticky Web debuted and Galvantula was the fastest setter in Gen VI (X & Y). Slowed the entire opposing team on entry. Rose a tier on one move.
Best Moves
Best Build
Galvantula best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Bug Buzz
- Thunder
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Dropped in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Defog removed Sticky Web, and faster hazard leads appeared. Two gens of oscillation between formats.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Thunder
- Bug Buzz
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Three gens of decline in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Heavy-Duty Boots ignored Sticky Web entirely. The hazard that defined Galvantula lost most of its value.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Thunder
- Bug Buzz
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Fell further in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Sticky Web in a Boots-heavy format was unreliable. Four gens since the peak.
Support Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Thunder
- Bug Buzz
- Thunder Wave
Recommended Teammates
Galvantula Weakness
Galvantula is weak to Fire and Rock. The Bug/Electric typing picks up 4 resistances to work with. At base 108 Speed, Galvantula outspeeds most threats and doesn't need to tank what it can outrun.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Electric, Grass, Fighting, Steel |
What is Galvantula Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Galvantula
Rillaboom's U-turn hits Galvantula for 66-78%.
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Alomomola builds →Flip Turn19-22% Scald15-18% | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Rillaboom builds →Knock Off61-72% U Turn66-78% Wood Hammer56-66% | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Corviknight builds →U Turn24-29% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Toxapex builds →
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Tentacruel builds →Rapid Spin13-16% Knock Off17-20% Sludge Bomb38-45% Surf38-45% | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Araquanid builds →Liquidation22-26% Surf31-36% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Moltres builds →Flamethrower 2x84-99% U Turn24-29% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilitySwiftswim ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Barraskewda builds →Liquidation79-93% Close Combat56-65% Flip Turn56-66% Aqua Jet37-44% | ||
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Pelipper builds →Hurricane41-48% U Turn16-19% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves View Skarmory builds →
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Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Indeedee builds →Dazzling Gleam40-48% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves View Rotom-Wash builds →
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Evolution
Galvantula is what Joltik becomes. Breed it for Joltik eggs (average hatch time). Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs take an average time to hatch. The evolution from Joltik pushed Galvantula to 472 total stats. Speed saw the largest single gain at +43. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Galvantula to get Joltik eggs easily using 91 partners from the Bug egg group.
Shiny Galvantula
Purple Galvantula might be the best bug shiny in Gen 5. The yellow-to-purple swap covers the entire spider and creates something that looks venomous, electric, and completely new all at once. S tier.
Shiny Galvantula 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 Galvantula
2 locations for Galvantula in endgame routes. Scroll the list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route.
Where To Catch Galvantula in SV
The path to Galvantula starts with Joltik at Lv. 50-80 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch JoltikCanyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80Overworld
Step 2Galvantula ✓Canyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80Overworldor evolve from Joltik (Step 1)
Want the exact numbers? Work out your catch odds in Scarlet & Violet for Galvantula.
High spawn rates across 7 locations for Galvantula in late-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Galvantula in SwSh
The path to Galvantula starts with Joltik at Lv. 7-30 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
- Step 1Catch JoltikEast Lake AxewellLv.8-12CaveRate 45%ThunderstormRolling FieldsLv.7-10GrassShieldRate 40%ThunderstormRolling FieldsLv.7-9GrassSwordRate 40%ThunderstormDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 40%ThunderstormSouth Lake MilochLv.11-13GrassRate 30%ThunderstormNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 30%ThunderstormWest Lake AxewellLv.7-11CaveRate 10%ThunderstormRoute 4Lv.13-15GrassRate 10%All WeatherSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldRate 10%ThunderstormGiant's CapLv.26-28GrassRate 40%ThunderstormGiant's MirrorLv.28-30OverworldRate 35%ThunderstormGiant's MirrorLv.26-28GrassRate 30%Thunderstorm
- Step 2Galvantula ✓Route 7Lv.37-41OverworldRate 20%All WeatherLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldShieldRate 32%ThunderstormLake of OutrageLv.55-58OverworldSwordRate 30%ThunderstormBallimere LakeLv.60-65OverworldRate 15%ThunderstormGiant's BedLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%ThunderstormGiant's FootLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%ThunderstormOld CemeteryLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%ThunderstormThree-Point PassLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%Thunderstormor evolve from Joltik (Step 1)
Want the exact numbers? Work out your catch odds in Sword & Shield for Galvantula.
Galvantula can't be caught in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer Joltik in from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, then evolve it into Galvantula. The step cards below show each evolution.
How to Obtain Galvantula in USUM
Step 1Obtain JoltikLATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · Chargestone Cave. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Walking · Chargestone Cave. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire via Walking · Route 116 · DexNav chain. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Walking · East Lake Axewell · Thunderstorm. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Scarlet & VioletNot TradeableAppears in Scarlet & Violet via Overworld · Canyon Biome. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Galvantula ✓
No wild encounters for Galvantula in Sun & Moon. Bring Joltik over from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire and evolve it into Galvantula, as the step cards below show.
How to Obtain Galvantula in SM
- Step 1Obtain JoltikLATER APPEARANCEfrom Black & WhiteNot TradeableAppears in Black & White via Walking · Chargestone Cave. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Black 2 & White 2Not TradeableAppears in Black 2 & White 2 via Walking · Chargestone Cave. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire via Walking · Route 116 · DexNav chain. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sword & ShieldNot TradeableAppears in Sword & Shield via Walking · East Lake Axewell · Thunderstorm. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Scarlet & VioletNot TradeableAppears in Scarlet & Violet via Overworld · Canyon Biome. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
- Step 2Galvantula ✓
Base Stats
Everything pushes toward mixed damage here. Galvantula's Speed does the work, Defense pays the price. But you're still getting 2 Speed EVs per KO. Moderately hard to find, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It lays traps of electrified threads near the nests of bird Pokémon, aiming to snare chicks that are not yet good at flying.
Galvantula Guide
Galvantula plays as a pivot. It outspeeds most threats, so it can pressure opponents before they move. Thunder is the primary attack.
Galvantula pairs best with Great Tusk. Great Tusk has Decent synergy and covers what Galvantula can't handle on its own.
Galvantula's hidden ability is Swarm. It strengthens bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. Situational compared to Compound Eyes and Unnerve.
Timid is the go-to nature for Galvantula. That's +Speed / -Attack. Pair it with 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe EVs. Fits the pivot role.
Game Availability
Since Black & White, Galvantula has been obtainable in 8 games. A Generation 5 debut means a shorter history, but Galvantula has appeared steadily across every generation since.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- 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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