Few Pokemon outrun Jolteon without a Choice Scarf. Electric typing gives it solid coverage options. Volt Absorb heals when hit by Electric moves. The stat spread leans into special offense. A competitive option since Gen 1.
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.
They send out electrical charges of about 10,000 volts. Because they are high-strung, it can be difficult to grow close to them.
When its fur stands on end, that’s a sign it’s about to give off a jolt of electricity. Take care, as sometimes lightning strikes next to it, too.
Jolteon Weakness
GoodJolteon's Electric typing leaves it vulnerable to Ground moves. 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.
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.
How to Evolve
Breed with Jolteon to get Eevee eggs (with patience) from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Captivate, Charm, Covet and 11 more.
Volt Switch keeps your team's momentum going. Jolteon doesn't need to stay in long, Focus Sash provides a guaranteed survive from full HP and max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs make every visit count. Discharge threatens on the way out. Voltabsorb adds passive value.
Best Build
Best Jolteon Moveset
- Shadow Ball
- Discharge
- Volt Switch
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
The natural movepool does the job, but Captivate and Charm from the egg pool give Jolteon something extra. Pair those with Zap Cannon and Thunder for STAB and coverage across 7 types for reach, and the kit fills out nicely.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
Can't catch Jolteon directly. Start with Eevee at moderate rates from the locations below, then evolve through a special method. The 2-stage line from Eevee to Jolteon is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Jolteon in Sun & Moon
To get Jolteon, start by catching Eevee through walking and gift encounters at Lv. 1-17. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch EeveePaniola RanchMoonGift from NPCLv.1EarlyFacilityOne-timeNursery eggPaniola RanchSunGift from NPCLv.1EarlyFacilityOne-timeNursery eggCHALLENGINGRoute 4MoonGrassLv.11-145%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 4SunGrassLv.11-145%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 6 - NorthSunGrassLv.14-175%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 6 - NorthMoonGrassLv.14-175%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 6 - SouthSunGrassLv.14-175%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 6 - SouthMoonGrassLv.14-175%EarlyRoute
Step 2Jolteon ✓
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 C-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 appears in 22 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Jolteon has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 22 titles across all 9 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
- 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 VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A