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'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 |
Garchomp can KO Eelektrik with Earthquake (89-105%). Krookodile's Earthquake hits Eelektrik for 82-97%.
 Garchomp DragonGround | S | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Eelektrik View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x89-105%KO | ||
 Krookodile GroundDark | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMoxie ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Eelektrik View Krookodile builds →Earthquake 2x82-97% Knock Off27-32% Close Combat33-39% | ||
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 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
Eelektrik best EVs are Sp. Def and HP
Pivot Moveset
- Knock Off
- U Turn
- Coil
- Zap Cannon
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Thunder Wave
- Super Fang
- Knock Off
- Thunder Fang
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Giga Drain
- Acid Spray
- Volt Switch
- Flash Cannon
Recommended Teammates
Winds & Waves has not been released yet. Build info will be available after launch.
Check back after the game launches for competitive build content.
Pivot Moveset
- Knock Off
- U Turn
- Coil
- Zap Cannon
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Thunder Wave
- Super Fang
- Knock Off
- Thunder Fang
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Giga Drain
- Acid Spray
- Volt Switch
- Flash Cannon
Recommended Teammates
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Moves
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
Winds & Waves hasn't been released yet. Eelektrik's full moveset for this game will be added after launch.
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 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 TynamoNorth Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.25-43 Water30%MidNorth Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.25-43 Water30%MidSouth Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.25-43 Water30%MidSouth Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.25-43 Water30%MidSouth Paldean Sea - RiverScarletOverworld Lv.25-43 Water30%MidSouth Paldean Sea - RiverVioletOverworld Lv.25-43 Water30%MidSouth Province (Area Four) - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%MidSouth Province (Area Four) - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%MidSouth Province (Area Four) - RiverScarletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%MidSouth Province (Area Four) - RiverVioletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%MidSouth Province (Area Six) - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%MidSouth Province (Area Six) - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%MidSouth Province (Area Six) - RiverScarletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%MidSouth Province (Area Six) - RiverVioletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%MidWest Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.25-43 Water30%MidWest Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.25-43 Water30%MidWest Province (Area One) - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%MidWest Province (Area One) - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%MidWest Province (Area One) - RiverScarletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%MidWest Province (Area One) - RiverVioletOverworld Lv.25-43 Route30%Mid
Step 2Eelektrik ✓North Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.39-65 Water9%LateNorth Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.39-65 Water9%LateSouth Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.39-65 Water9%LateSouth Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.39-65 Water9%LateSouth Paldean Sea - RiverVioletOverworld Lv.39-65 Water9%LateSouth Paldean Sea - RiverScarletOverworld Lv.39-65 Water9%LateSouth Province (Area Four) - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%LateSouth Province (Area Four) - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%LateSouth Province (Area Four) - RiverVioletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%LateSouth Province (Area Four) - RiverScarletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%LateSouth Province (Area Six) - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%LateSouth Province (Area Six) - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%LateSouth Province (Area Six) - RiverVioletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%LateSouth Province (Area Six) - RiverScarletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%LateWest Paldean Sea - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.39-65 Water9%LateWest Paldean Sea - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.39-65 Water9%LateWest Province (Area One) - OceanVioletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%LateWest Province (Area One) - OceanScarletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%LateWest Province (Area One) - RiverVioletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%LateWest Province (Area One) - RiverScarletOverworld Lv.39-65 Route9%Lateor evolve from Tynamo (Step 1)
Winds & Waves is still unreleased. Whether Eelektrik will appear as a wild encounter is unconfirmed. It's catchable in Black, Black 2, or Scarlet in other titles.
How to Obtain Eelektrik in Winds & Waves
Step 1Obtain TynamoAlso found in:
Step 2Eelektrik ✓
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 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 with 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.
Introduced in Black & White, Eelektrik has appeared in 9 games across 6 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BWDebut
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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