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 launches electrified fur from its abdomen as its means of attack. Opponents hit by the fur could be in for three full days and nights of paralysis.
It lays traps of electrified threads near the nests of bird Pokémon, aiming to snare chicks that are not yet good at flying.
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 |
Slowbro's Scald hits Galvantula for 47-55%. Pelipper deals 78-92% with Hurricane.
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves View Skarmory builds →
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 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Slowbro builds →Scald47-55% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Pelipper builds →Hurricane78-92% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityOvercoat ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Mandibuzz builds →U Turn19-23% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityGrassy Surge ItemTerrain Extender NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Galvantula View Thwackey builds →U Turn34-40% Knock Off32-37% | ||
Galvantula is what Joltik becomes. Breed it for Joltik eggs (average hatch time). Plenty of partners for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. 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.
Focus Sash guarantees Galvantula survives one hit from full HP. That's enough to get Sticky Web up and fire off Thunder before going down. Compoundeyes and max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs maximize first-turn impact.
Best Build
Galvantula best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Support Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Sticky Web
- Thunder
- Thunder Wave
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Thunder
- Bug Buzz
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Support Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Bug Buzz
- Thunder Wave
- Thunder
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Hazard Setter Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Thunder Wave
- Thunder
- Bug Buzz
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Sticky Web
- Thunder
- Giga Drain
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Sticky Web
- Thunder
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Volt Switch
- Bug Buzz
- Thunder
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Revenge Killer Moveset
- Thunder
- Bug Buzz
- Sticky Web
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Volt Switch
- Bug Buzz
- Thunder
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Revenge Killer Moveset
- Thunder
- Bug Buzz
- Sticky Web
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Most of Galvantula's flexibility comes from TMs. Same-type output runs through Thunder and Bug Buzz, but Grass and Dark and the rest of the TM pool push it from predictable to genuinely threatening.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Egg moves make a real difference. Galvantula gets Double Team and Infestation exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Grass and Dark coverage and more rounds out the picture alongside Thunder and Bug Buzz.
Egg moves make a real difference. Galvantula gets Camouflage and Cross Poison exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Grass and Normal coverage and more rounds out the picture alongside Thunder and Bug Buzz.
Egg moves make a real difference. Galvantula gets Camouflage and Cross Poison exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Grass and Normal coverage and more rounds out the picture alongside Thunder and Bug Buzz.
Galvantula isn't available in the wild in Scarlet & Violet. Start by transferring Joltik from Black, Black 2, or Sword. The evolution path from Joltik to Galvantula is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Galvantula in Scarlet & Violet
Step 1Obtain JoltikAlso found in:
Step 2Galvantula ✓
high spawn rates across 14 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 Sword & Shield
The path to Galvantula starts with Joltik at Lv. 7-65 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch JoltikEast Lake AxewellShieldGrass Lv.8-12 Cave45%EarlyThunderstormEast Lake AxewellSwordGrass Lv.8-12 Cave45%EarlyThunderstormRolling FieldsSwordGrass Lv.7-940%EarlyThunderstormRolling FieldsShieldGrass Lv.7-1040%EarlyThunderstormDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest40%EarlyThunderstormDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest40%EarlyThunderstormSouth Lake MilochSwordGrass Lv.11-13 Water30%EarlyThunderstormSouth Lake MilochShieldGrass Lv.11-13 Water30%EarlyThunderstormNorth Lake MilochSwordGrass Lv.14-16 Water30%EarlyThunderstormNorth Lake MilochShieldGrass Lv.14-16 Water30%EarlyThunderstormWest Lake AxewellSwordGrass Lv.7-11 Cave10%EarlyThunderstormWest Lake AxewellShieldGrass Lv.7-11 Cave10%EarlyThunderstormRoute 4SwordGrass Lv.13-15 Route10%EarlyAll WeatherRoute 4ShieldGrass Lv.13-15 Route10%EarlyAll WeatherSouth Lake MilochSwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Water10%EarlyThunderstormSouth Lake MilochShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Water10%EarlyThunderstormGiant's CapSwordGrass Lv.26-2840%MidThunderstormGiant's CapShieldGrass Lv.26-2840%MidThunderstormGiant's MirrorSwordOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidThunderstormGiant's MirrorShieldOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidThunderstormGiant's MirrorSwordGrass Lv.26-2830%MidThunderstormGiant's MirrorShieldGrass Lv.26-2830%MidThunderstorm
Step 2Galvantula ✓Route 7ShieldOverworld Lv.37-41 Route20%LateAll WeatherRoute 7SwordOverworld Lv.37-41 Route20%LateAll WeatherLake of OutrageShieldOverworld Lv.55-58 Water32%PostThunderstormLake of OutrageSwordOverworld Lv.55-58 Water30%PostThunderstormBallimere LakeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Water15%PostThunderstormBallimere LakeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Water15%PostThunderstormGiant's BedShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostThunderstormGiant's BedSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostThunderstormGiant's FootShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostThunderstormGiant's FootSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostThunderstormOld CemeteryShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostThunderstormOld CemeterySwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostThunderstormThree-Point PassShieldOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostThunderstormThree-Point PassSwordOverworld Lv.60-6510%PostThunderstormor evolve from Joltik (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Galvantula in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Bring Joltik over from Black, Black 2, or Sword, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Galvantula in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Step 1Obtain JoltikAlso found in:
Step 2Galvantula ✓
Galvantula isn't available in the wild in Sun & Moon. Start by transferring Joltik from Black, Black 2, or Sword. The evolution path from Joltik to Galvantula is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Galvantula in Sun & Moon
- Step 1Obtain Joltik
Also found in:
- Step 2Galvantula ✓
Galvantula works as a pivot with 472 BST behind it. B-Tier on our list: a solid choice for the right team. That 108 base Speed does the heavy lifting.
Galvantula's biggest threats include Arcanine (Fire) and Tyranitar (Rock), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 2 weaknesses means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. Galvantula's base 108 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Compound Eyes is the go-to ability for Galvantula. It increases moves' accuracy to 1.3×. Its hidden ability Swarm can work in specific setups. Unnerve is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Galvantula is a special attacker with base 97 Sp. Atk. Speed tells the real story. Base 108 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the pivot role.
The core moveset is Bugbuzz, Sticky Web, Thunder, and Thunder Wave. Bugbuzz leads at 22% usage. Thunder provides reliable STAB damage.
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 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
Winds & Waves