Joltik Best Moveset
Bug/Electric at 57 Sp. Atk and 65 Speed with AbilityCompound Eyes boosting accuracy. MoveThunder at 91% accuracy (70% base * 1.3) is the main draw. Pre-evolution stats limit the output. Evolve to Galvantula for 97 Sp. Atk and the Compound Eyes accuracy boost that makes Thunder and Sticky Web reliable.
Joltik saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was Joltik's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Swarm with Focus Sash, favoring a Modest nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Joltik best EVs are Sp. Atk and HP
Special Tank Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Bug Buzz
- Thunder Wave
- Disable
Recommended Teammates
Joltik saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Joltik maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Compoundeyes with Focus Sash, favoring a Modest nature.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Thunderbolt
- Volt Switch
- Giga Drain
Recommended Teammates
Joltik saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Joltik maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Compoundeyes with Focus Sash, favoring a Modest nature.
Special Attacker Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Thunderbolt
- Volt Switch
- Giga Drain
Joltik saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Joltik maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Compoundeyes with Nothing, favoring a Rash nature.
Special Tank Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Thunder Wave
- Giga Drain
- Sucker Punch
Recommended Teammates
Joltik saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Joltik maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Compoundeyes with Choice Specs, favoring a Modest nature.
Special Wallbreaker Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Thunder
- Volt Switch
- Energy Ball
Recommended Teammates
Joltik Weakness
Joltik's Bug/Electric typing leaves it vulnerable to Fire and Rock. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. Just 2 weak spots to worry about, which keeps teambuilding straightforward.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Electric, Grass, Fighting, Steel |
What is Joltik Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Joltik
Charizard can KO Joltik with Flamethrower (207-244%). Rhyperior threatens a KO with Stone Edge (256-301%). Mienfoo deals 42-50% with U-turn.
 Charizard Fire | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Joltik View Charizard builds →Flamethrower 2x207-244%KO Air Slash86-101%KO Scorching Sands54-63% | ||
 Rhyperior GroundRock | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Joltik View Rhyperior builds →Earthquake128-151%KO Stone Edge 2x256-301%KO | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Joltik View Mienfoo builds →Knock Off40-47% U Turn42-50% High Jump Kick39-46% | ||
Evolution
One evolution ahead. Joltik grows into Galvantula through a straightforward two-stage chain. Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs take an average time to hatch. The evolved forms gain up to 153 total stats over Joltik. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Joltik easily with 91 breeding partners from the Bug egg group.
Shiny Joltik
Yellow to blue on a tiny tick. Joltik's shiny is adorable in a completely different way from the original, and the blue pops against electric-type expectations. A tier for the little guy.
Shiny Joltik 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 Joltik
A few locations for Joltik across endgame routes. The list below shows no spawn rates for these spots, so pick the one that fits where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Joltik in SV
Joltik is where the line starts, caught through walking encounters at Lv. 50-80. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Joltik ✓Canyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80Overworld
Step 2Catch or Evolve into GalvantulaCanyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80Overworldor evolve from Joltik (Step 1)
To plan your throws, open the Scarlet & Violet catch rate calculator with Joltik preloaded.
High spawn rates in early-game routes across 11 locations. Joltik is one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Joltik in SwSh
The line opens with Joltik at Lv. 7-30 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
- Step 1Joltik ✓East 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 2Catch or Evolve into GalvantulaRoute 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)
To plan your throws, open the Sword & Shield catch rate calculator with Joltik preloaded.
No wild encounters for Joltik in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. It can be transferred in from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire.
How to Obtain Joltik in USUM
Step 1Joltik ✓LATER 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 2Evolve into Galvantula
Joltik can't be caught in Sun & Moon. Transfer one in from Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, or Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire.
How to Obtain Joltik in SM
- Step 1Joltik ✓LATER 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 2Evolve into Galvantula
Base Stats
An unusually even spread gives Joltik flexibility. Speed barely edges ahead. But Attack isn't far off. Common in the wild and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve. Yields 1 Speed EV.
Joltik latch on to other Pokémon and suck out static electricity. They’re often found sticking to Yamper’s hindquarters.
Joltik Guide
You can run Joltik through the first few routes without issues. 319 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Galvantula as fast as you can.
Game Availability
Joltik joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 8 titles so far. With 5 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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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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