Elekid Best Moveset
Electric at 63 Attack and 95 Speed. AbilityStatic threatens paralysis on contact. The moveset has pace for a baby Pokemon but zero offensive presence. Evolve through Electabuzz to Electivire for 123 Attack, AbilityMotor Drive, and the mixed offensive spread that functions.
Electric pre-evolution with 95 Speed in Gen II (Gold & Silver). 63 Sp. Atk was weak, but Cross Chop as an egg move gave surprise coverage.
Best Moves
Best Build
Utility Moveset
- Thunder
- Psychic
- Ice Punch
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
Same 95 Speed in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). Static paralyzed on contact. Two gens before Electabuzz and Electivire existed as relevant alternatives.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Fire Punch
- Quick Attack
- Hidden Power Grass
Recommended Teammates
Elekid saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). Elekid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Static with Life Orb, favoring a Hasty nature.
Utility Moveset
- Ice Punch
- Thunderbolt
- Hidden Power Grass
- Cross Chop
Recommended Teammates
Elekid saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). Elekid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Static with Life Orb, favoring a Timid nature.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Volt Switch
- Thunderbolt
- Hidden Power Grass
- Psychic
Recommended Teammates
Elekid saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Elekid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Vitalspirit with Eviolite, favoring a Adamant nature.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Dynamic Punch
- Wild Charge
- Ice Punch
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Elekid saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Elekid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Static with Life Orb, favoring a Timid nature.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Volt Switch
- Psychic
- Hidden Power Grass
Elekid saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Elekid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Static with Eviolite, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Thunder Wave
- Protect
- Thunder Punch
- Discharge
Recommended Teammates
Elekid saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Elekid maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Static with Assault Vest, favoring a Hasty nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Cross Chop
- Discharge
- Fire Punch
- Ice Punch
Recommended Teammates
Elekid Weakness
Elekid's Electric typing leaves it vulnerable to Ground. Not many exploitable gaps in the Electric typing defensive chart. Elekid's Electric typing only leaves 1 gap to cover.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Electric, Flying, Steel |
What is Elekid Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Elekid
Koffing can KO Elekid with Explosion (131-154%). Wingull's Hydro Pump hits Elekid for 47-55%.
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityNeutralizinggas ItemEviolite NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Elekid View Koffing builds →Explosion131-154%KO | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityRaindish ItemLife Orb NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Elekid View Wingull builds →Hurricane23-27% Ice Beam39-45% Hydro Pump47-55% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemEviolite NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Elekid View Foongus builds →Venoshock14-16% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityCorrosion ItemEviolite NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Elekid View Salandit builds →Dragon Pulse29-35% Flamethrower31-37% Sludge Bomb31-37% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemEviolite NatureBold Moves View Mareanie builds →
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Evolution
Elekid starts the chain as a baby form and evolves into Electabuzz at level 30. To get more eggs, breed the evolved versions. The evolved forms gain up to 180 total stats over Elekid. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
How to Get Elekid
The chain to Elekid requires a trade evolution through a trade. Catch Elekid in the wild and level through the stages, but line up the trade first. The rest of the chain runs on levels alone.
Where To Catch Elekid in SV
To get Elekid, start by catching Elekid through walking encounters at Lv. 50-80. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Elekid ✓Canyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80OverworldSavanna BiomeLv.50-80OverworldCanyon BiomeLv.62Overworld
Step 2Catch or Evolve into ElectabuzzCanyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldSavanna BiomeLv.50-80OverworldCanyon BiomeLv.62Overworldor evolve from Elekid (Step 1)
Step 3Evolve into ElectivireBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Electivire egg.
Elekid's 3-stage chain starts with Elekid, which appears in the wild in the locations below. Level through 3 stages while you find a trade partner. Everything except the trade step is solo.
Where To Catch Elekid in PLA
Elekid is your first catch on the way to Elekid. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 26-56 across 7 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Elekid ✓Icebound FallsLv.26-29GrassRate 15%Arena's ApproachLv.45-55GrassRate 15%Cloudcap PassLv.53-56GrassRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into ElectabuzzArena's ApproachLv.45-55GrassRate 15%Icebound FallsLv.47-50GrassRate 15%Cloudcap PassLv.53-56GrassRate 15%or evolve from Elekid (Step 1)
Step 3Catch or Evolve into ElectivireCloudcap PassLv.53-56GrassRate 15%or evolve from Electabuzz (Step 2)
A trade step sits in Elekid's 3-stage chain from Elekid. The step cards below map each stage with catch locations and evolution methods. Elekid shows up in the wild, so the starting catch is the easy part.
Where To Catch Elekid in BDSP
The path to Elekid starts with Elekid at Lv. 16-63 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Elekid ✓Glacial CavernLv.16-63CaveBrilliant DiamondRate 10%Unique encounterDazzling CaveLv.58-63CaveBrilliant DiamondPost-gameStargleam CavernLv.58-63CaveBrilliant DiamondPost-gameWhiteout CaveLv.58-63CaveBrilliant DiamondPost-game
Step 2Evolve into Electabuzz
Step 3Evolve into Electivire
The chain to Elekid requires a trade evolution through a trade. Catch Elekid in the wild and level through the stages, but line up the trade first. The rest of the chain runs on levels alone.
Where To Catch Elekid in SwSh
To get Elekid, start by catching Elekid through walking encounters at Lv. 60-65. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Elekid ✓Frigid SeaLv.60-65GrassRate 20%ThunderstormGiant's FootLv.60-65GrassRate 20%ThunderstormThree-Point PassLv.60-65GrassRate 20%ThunderstormBallimere LakeLv.60-65GrassRate 19%ThunderstormGiant's BedLv.60-65GrassRate 18%ThunderstormOld CemeteryLv.60-65GrassRate 15%Thunderstorm
Step 2Catch or Evolve into ElectabuzzBallimere LakeLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%ThunderstormFrigid SeaLv.60-65OverworldRate 10%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 Elekid (Step 1)
Step 3Evolve into ElectivireBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Electivire egg.
Base Stats
Everything pushes toward mixed damage here. Elekid's Speed does the work, Defense pays the price. But you're still getting 1 Speed EV per KO. Tough to catch, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
They generate electricity by spinning their arms. During a thunderstorm, if one hears the lively voices of children out in the wilderness, what one is actually hearing are the voices of Elekid.
Elekid Guide
For a casual playthrough, Elekid works as a placeholder. Electric coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Electabuzz. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Debuting in Gold & Silver, Elekid appears in 18 games across 9 generations. A reliable presence in most mainline games, typically found through catching or hatching as a base form.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GSDebut
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 5BW
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 7LGPE
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
Winds & Waves