Jolteon's built around special offense. Speed leads the charge, Defense pays for it. Tough to catch, worth 2 Speed EVs. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It concentrates the weak electric charges emitted by its cells and launches wicked lightning bolts.
If agitated, it uses electricity to straighten out its fur and launch it in small bunches.
Jolteon's Electric typing leaves it vulnerable to Ground. Its Electric typing keeps the defensive matchups simple. Volt Absorb grants an additional Electric immunity, reshaping the matchup chart. Jolteon's special bulk (base 95 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Electric, Flying, Steel |
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityOvercoat ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Jolteon View Mandibuzz builds →U Turn20-24% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureSassy Moves
Damage vs Jolteon View Slowking builds →Scald33-39% | ||
 Drifblim Ghost | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityAftermath ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Jolteon View Drifblim builds →Hex32-38% | ||
 Charizard Fire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBlaze ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Jolteon View Charizard builds →Scorching Sands 2x52-62% Flamethrower50-59% Hurricane31-36% Air Slash21-24% | ||
 | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityElectric Surge ItemTerrain Extender NatureBrave Moves
Damage vs Jolteon View Pincurchin builds →Electroweb11-13% Sucker Punch39-46% Liquidation48-56% | ||
Out of 8 evolutions from Eevee, Jolteon comes from the item path. The method you use determines which form you end up with. Breed through Eevee to get eggs. Both Jolteon and Vaporeon hit 525 total stats from Eevee. The difference is how those stats are split. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Jolteon to get Eevee eggs (with patience) using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
Jolteon's locked into one move per switch-in with Choice Specs, trading flexibility for boosted special damage with move lock. Thunderbolt is the go-to spam option, with the remaining moves keeping switch-ins honest.
Best Build
Jolteon best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Volt Switch
- Alluring Voice
- Shadow Ball
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Volt Switch
- Alluring Voice
- Thunderbolt
- Shadow Ball
Recommended Teammates
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Shadow Ball
- Calm Mind
- Mud Slap
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Volt Switch
- Alluring Voice
- Shadow Ball
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Volt Switch
- Alluring Voice
- Thunderbolt
- Shadow Ball
Recommended Teammates
Special Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Shadow Ball
- Calm Mind
- Mud Slap
Recommended Teammates
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Doubles Special Attacker Moveset
- Thunder
- Weather Ball
- Wish
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Shadow Ball
- Volt Switch
- Hyper Voice
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Jolteon develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Double-Edge and Take Down show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Without TMs, Jolteon's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get coverage across 8 types on top of Thunder and Thunderbolt for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Jolteon's movepool balances level-up moves with TM options. Consistent STAB comes from Thunderbolt and Wild Charge, and Normal and Steel coverage and more keeps opponents from switching in for free. No major gaps here.
The natural movepool does the job, but Charm and Covet from the egg pool give Jolteon something extra. Pair those with Thunder and Thunderbolt for STAB and coverage across 8 types for reach, and the kit fills out nicely.
low spawn rates across 20 encounter spots for Jolteon. That's the kind of hunt where you pick one location and settle in. Sort by Best below to see where the odds are highest.
Where To Catch Jolteon in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Jolteon starts with Eevee at Lv. 11-65 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch EeveeSouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route6%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route6%EarlyWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route6%EarlyWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route6%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveScarletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route3%EarlySouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveVioletOverworld Lv.11-30 Route3%Early
Step 2Jolteon ✓Casseroya Lake - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Water1%LateCasseroya Lake - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Water1%LateEast Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateEast Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateEast Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateEast Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateNorth Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateNorth Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateNorth Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateNorth Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateSouth Province (Area Four) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateSouth Province (Area Four) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateSouth Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateSouth Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateSouth Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateSouth Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateTagtree Thicket - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Forest1%LateTagtree Thicket - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Forest1%LateWest Province (Area Three) - ForestVioletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%LateWest Province (Area Three) - ForestScarletOverworld Lv.35-65 Route1%Lateor evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
Jolteon can't be caught in Legends: Z-A. Transfer Eevee from Red, Yellow, or Ultra Sun and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
Jolteon starts showing up in mid-game routes at decent spawn rates across 1 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Jolteon in Legends: Arceus
Eevee is your first catch on the way to Jolteon. You'll find walking encounters from walking across 3 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch EeveeHorseshoe PlainsGrassUncommonSpace-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsGrass DistortionUncommon
Step 2Jolteon ✓Space-Time Distortion - Coronet HighlandsGrass DistortionUncommonor evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Jolteon in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Bring Eevee over from Red, Yellow, or Ultra Sun, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
Don't let Jolteon's 525 base stat total fool you. Volt Absorb is what makes it tick. It punches way above its weight class. We rate it A-Tier as a sweeper.
Watch for Rhydon (Ground) when using Jolteon. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Run Volt Absorb on Jolteon. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Jolteon also gets Quick Feet, but they don't compare. With base 130 Speed, Volt Absorb gives Jolteon an edge before opponents can react.
Jolteon fills the sweeper role. It's a special attacker with base 110 Sp. Atk. Base 130 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Jolteon has answers, but so do you. Priority moves (Mach Punch, Aqua Jet, Ice Shard) bypass its speed. Bulky walls that resist its STAB also shut it down.
Jolteon has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 22 titles across all 10 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
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 5BW
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