Few Pokemon outrun Electrode without a Choice Scarf. Electric typing gives it solid coverage options. Only weak to Ground. A longtime staple going back to Gen 1. Known as the Ball Pokemon.
The stat bars tell the story: Speed carries everything and Attack's dead weight. But this Ball Pokemon still yields 2 Speed EVs per fight on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
The more energy it charges up, the faster it gets. But this also makes it more likely to explode.
It explodes in response to even minor stimuli. It is feared, with the nickname of the Bomb Ball.
Electrode Weakness
GoodGround-type moves hit Electrode for super-effective damage. Not many exploitable gaps in the Electric typing defensive chart. Electrode's Electric typing only leaves 1 gap to cover.
Electrode is what Voltorb becomes. Breed it for Voltorb eggs (average hatch time). Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Voltorb pushed Electrode to 490 total stats. Speed saw the largest single gain at +50.
How to Evolve
Breed with Electrode to get Voltorb eggs (with patience) using 84 partners from the Mineral egg group.
Ditto only
The build revolves around Volt Switch for safe pivoting. Aftermath and Life Orb support Electrode's hit-and-run approach, with max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs making sure each pivot actually threatens. Utility options adds versatility.
Best Build
Best Electrode Moveset
- Volt Switch
- Tera Blast
- Thunderbolt
- Taunt
Recommended Teammates
The level-up pool tells the story here. Electrode learns Self-Destruct and Explosion naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Normal and Rock coverage and more extends the reach beyond that.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The offense anchors on Thunder and Thunderbolt, with Normal and Grass coverage adding reach. It's a workable movepool for Electrode that handles most situations. Energy Ball and Thunderbolt give it enough punch where it matters.
The level-up pool tells the story here. Electrode learns Self-Destruct and Explosion naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Normal and Rock coverage and more extends the reach beyond that.
The level-up pool tells the story here. Electrode learns Self-Destruct and Thunderbolt naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Normal and Psychic coverage extends the reach beyond that.
Electrode sits at low spawn rates across 4 spots in late-game routes. Pick one from the sorted list and commit to it. Jumping between areas wastes more time than waiting in the right location.
Where To Catch Electrode in Scarlet & Violet
To get Electrode, start by catching Voltorb through walking encounters at Lv. 26-49. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch VoltorbEASYEast Province (Area Three) - MineScarletOverworldLv.26-2918%MidRouteEASYEast Province (Area Three) - MineVioletOverworldLv.26-2918%MidRouteEASYEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.26-2918%MidRouteEASYEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.26-2918%MidRouteEASYWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.26-2918%MidRouteEASYWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.26-2918%MidRoute
Step 2Electrode ✓CHALLENGINGEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.32-492%LateRouteCHALLENGINGEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.32-492%LateRouteCHALLENGINGWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.32-492%LateRouteCHALLENGINGWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.32-492%LateRouteor evolve from Voltorb (Step 1)
You're catching Voltorb first, not Electrode. Voltorb appears at decent rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 2-stage line with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Electrode in Legends: Arceus
Step 1Catch VoltorbEASYSacred PlazaGrassUncommonFacility
Step 2Electrode ✓
Can't catch Electrode directly. Start with Voltorb at solid rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 30. The 2-stage line from Voltorb to Electrode is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Electrode in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
To get Electrode, start by catching Voltorb through walking encounters at Lv. 28-63. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch VoltorbEFFORTLESSRoute 218Brilliant DiamondGrassLv.2840%MidRouteSwarm activeEFFORTLESSRoute 218Shining PearlGrassLv.2840%MidRouteSwarm activeDazzling CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameDazzling CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSpacious CaveShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameSpacious CaveBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameStargleam CavernShining PearlGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-gameStargleam CavernBrilliant DiamondGrassLv.58-63PostCavePost-game
Step 2Electrode ✓
moderate rates for Electrode across 4 locations in late-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Electrode in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
The path to Electrode starts with Voltorb at Lv. 37-42 via walking and fixed encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch VoltorbEASYPower PlantLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.37-4223%LatePower-plantEASYPower PlantLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.37-4223%LatePower-plantPower PlantLet's Go EeveeInteract with PokemonLv.42LatePower-plantPower PlantLet's Go PikachuInteract with PokemonLv.42LatePower-plant
Step 2Electrode ✓Power PlantLet's Go EeveeInteract with PokemonLv.42LatePower-plantPower PlantLet's Go PikachuInteract with PokemonLv.42LatePower-plantCHALLENGINGPower PlantLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.37-425%LatePower-plantCHALLENGINGPower PlantLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.37-425%LatePower-plantor evolve from Voltorb (Step 1)
Electrode works as a pivot with 490 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list — a situational pick that fills a niche. That 150 base Speed does the heavy lifting.
Watch for Rhydon (Ground) when using Electrode. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. Electrode's base 150 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Soundproof protects against sound-based moves — that's the one you want on Electrode. Aftermath is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Static works too if your team needs something different.
Electrode is a physical attacker with base 50 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 150 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the pivot role.
Electrode appears in 20 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Available since Red & Blue, Electrode appears in 20 games spanning 9 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Hisuian form in Generation 8.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
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 VBW
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 VIIIPLAHisuian
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A