Jolteon Best Moveset
130 Speed and 110 Sp. Atk on Electric with AbilityVolt Absorb granting Electric immunity and healing. The moveset outspeeds nearly everything in the format and hits from the special side. 65 HP and 60 Defense mean one physical priority move ends it. Pure glass speed, but the pace forces reactions from everything slower.
130 Speed and 110 Special made Jolteon the premier Electric attacker in Gen I (Red & Blue). Thunderbolt hit hard and fast, and Thunder Wave crippled anything that survived.
Best Moves
Best Build
Utility Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Thunder Wave
- Double Kick
- Pin Missile
Recommended Teammates
Special split preserved 110 Sp. Atk in Gen II (Gold & Silver), still one of the best among Electric-types. Baton Pass let it send Agility or Substitute to teammates.
Utility Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Baton Pass
- Thunder Wave
- Growth
Recommended Teammates
Three gens at the top in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). Jolteon's Speed meant it outran almost everything, and Thunderbolt from 110 Sp. Atk was consistently threatening.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Baton Pass
- Hidden Power Ice
- Hidden Power Grass
Recommended Teammates
Choice Specs hit incredibly hard from 130 Speed in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Hidden Power coverage patched up Thunderbolt's limited neutral reach.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Shadow Ball
- Hidden Power Ice
- Signal Beam
Recommended Teammates
Five consecutive gens at the highest level. Volt Switch arrived in Gen V (Black & White), giving Jolteon momentum on every switch. Perfect for offensive teams.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Hidden Power Ice
- Thunderbolt
- Shadow Ball
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Dropped for the first time in Gen VI (X & Y). Mega Evolutions and new Electric-types with better coverage pushed Jolteon down. 65/60/95 defenses were paper-thin.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Shadow Ball
- Hidden Power Ice
- Thunderbolt
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Same issues in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Fast and strong but couldn't take a single hit. One wrong prediction and Jolteon was gone.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Shadow Ball
- Thunderbolt
- Volt Switch
- Hidden Power Ice
Recommended Teammates
130 Speed was no longer unique in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield), and 110 Sp. Atk was merely average. Power creep was catching up from both sides.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Shadow Ball
- Volt Switch
- Hyper Voice
Recommended Teammates
The decline was complete in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Faster Electric-types and better pivot options left Jolteon without a competitive role.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Volt Switch
- Thunderbolt
- Alluring Voice
- Shadow Ball
Recommended Teammates
Jolteon Weakness
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 |
What is Jolteon Weak Against
GoodBest Pokemon Against Jolteon
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Jolteon View Alomomola builds →Flip Turn19-23% Scald11-13% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityElectric Surge ItemTerrain Extender NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Jolteon View Pincurchin builds →Scald21-24% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureSassy Moves
Damage vs Jolteon View Slowking builds →Scald22-26% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityDrizzle ItemDamprock NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Jolteon View Pelipper builds →Hurricane14-17% U Turn17-20% | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves View Tornadus-Therian builds →
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Evolution
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.
How to Get Jolteon
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 SV
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 TownLv.11-30OverworldRate 6%West Province (Area Three) - Near TownLv.11-30OverworldRate 6%South Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveLv.11-30OverworldRate 3%
Step 2Jolteon ✓Casseroya Lake - ForestLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%East Province (Area One) - ForestLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%East Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%North Province (Area One) - ForestLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%North Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Four) - ForestLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area One) - ForestLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%Tagtree Thicket - ForestLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%West Province (Area Three) - ForestLv.35-65OverworldRate 1%or evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
A few locations for Jolteon with moderate rates across endgame routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Where To Catch Jolteon in LZA
- Step 1Catch EeveeWild Zone 19Lv.48-49OverworldLegends: Z-A
- Step 2Jolteon ✓Wild Zone 20Lv.63-64OverworldLegends: Z-Aor evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
Jolteon starts showing up in endgame 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 PLA
Eevee is your first catch on the way to Jolteon. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 2-62 across 3 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch EeveeHorseshoe PlainsLv.2-6GrassRate 15%Space-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsLv.25-40CaveRate 15%
Step 2Jolteon ✓Space-Time Distortion - Coronet HighlandsLv.48-62CaveRate 15%or evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Jolteon in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Bring Eevee over from Red & Blue, Yellow, or Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Jolteon in BDSP
Step 1Obtain EeveeLATER APPEARANCEfrom Red & BlueNot TradeableAppears in Red & Blue via Gift · Celadon City · Celadon Mansion rooftop, back entrance. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom YellowNot TradeableAppears in Yellow via Gift · Celadon City. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Gold & SilverNot TradeableAppears in Gold & Silver via Gift · Goldenrod City · Meet Bill in Ecruteak. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom CrystalNot TradeableAppears in Crystal via Gift · Goldenrod City · Gift from Bill. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom FireRed & LeafGreenNot TradeableAppears in FireRed & LeafGreen via Gift · Celadon City · Celadon Mansion Rooftop. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Trophy Garden. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Jolteon ✓
Base Stats
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.
Jolteon Guide
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 B-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.
Run Volt Switch, Thunderbolt, Alluringvoice, and Shadow Ball on Jolteon. Volt Switch is the most common pick at 0% usage. Thunderbolt provides reliable STAB damage.
Game Availability
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.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
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