Vikavolt's all-in on Sp. Atk at the expense of Speed. The special lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 3 Sp. Atk EVs and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It builds up electricity in its abdomen, focuses it through its jaws, and then fires the electricity off in concentrated beams.
If it carries a Charjabug to use as a spare battery, a flying Vikavolt can rapidly fire high-powered beams of electricity.
Type-wise, Vikavolt takes extra damage from Fire and Rock. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. Levitate grants an additional Ground immunity, reshaping the matchup chart. With 77 HP and balanced defenses, Vikavolt can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Electric, Grass, Fighting, Steel |
Ting-Lu's Earthquake hits Vikavolt for 49-58%.
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Recommended Build AbilityVesselofruin ItemSitrus Berry NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Vikavolt View Ting-Lu builds →Earthquake49-58% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Vikavolt View Alomomola builds →Flip Turn16-19% | ||
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Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves View Skarmory builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Toxapex builds →
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Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Vikavolt View Corviknight builds →U Turn14-16% | ||
Vikavolt doesn't evolve through normal leveling. You'll need an evolution item to get here from Grubbin's line. Breed this form to get Grubbin eggs (quick to hatch). Evolving from Grubbin gave Vikavolt the biggest boost in Sp.Atk (+90), bringing the total to 500 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Vikavolt to get Grubbin eggs easily using 91 partners from the Bug egg group.
Click Volt Switch, bring in a teammate, repeat. Vikavolt's pivot game is backed by Heavy-Duty Boots for hazard immunity on every switch-in and max HP and Sp. Atk EVs. Levitate works in the background while the remaining moves covers bad matchups.
Best Build
Vikavolt best EVs are HP and Sp. Atk
Special Tank Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Volt Switch
- Sticky Web
- Energy Ball
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Sticky Web
- Volt Switch
- Energy Ball
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Energy Ball
- Discharge
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Thunderbolt
- Guillotine
- Tera Blast
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Energy Ball
- Bug Buzz
- Sticky Web
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
Special Tank Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Energy Ball
- Volt Switch
- Mud Shot
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Flash Cannon
- Thunderbolt
- Energy Ball
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Energy Ball
- Discharge
- Protect
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Special Wallbreaker Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Energy Ball
- Volt Switch
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Tank Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Energy Ball
- Discharge
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Special Wallbreaker Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Energy Ball
- Volt Switch
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
Moves
TMs define Vikavolt's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Zap Cannon and Thunder, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it coverage across 7 types. That's where the options open up.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Vikavolt develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Thunderbolt and Bug Buzz show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
The egg pool carries weight here. Electroweb and Endure aren't available any other way for Vikavolt, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Zap Cannon and Thunder for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Electroweb and Endure aren't available any other way for Vikavolt, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Zap Cannon and Thunder for solid options.
No wild encounters for Vikavolt in Scarlet & Violet. Bring Grubbin over from Sun, Ultra Sun, or Sword, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
You're catching Grubbin first, not Vikavolt. Grubbin appears at solid rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 3-stage chain with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Vikavolt in Sword & Shield
To get Vikavolt, start by catching Grubbin through walking encounters at Lv. 2-45. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch GrubbinNorth Lake MilochShieldGrass Lv.14-16 Water40%EarlyThunderstormNorth Lake MilochSwordGrass Lv.14-16 Water40%EarlyThunderstormDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest35%EarlyThunderstormDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest35%EarlyThunderstormDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest35%EarlyRainingDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest35%EarlyRainingEast Lake AxewellShieldGrass Lv.8-12 Cave30%EarlyRainingEast Lake AxewellSwordGrass Lv.8-12 Cave30%EarlyRainingWatchtower RuinsShieldGrass Lv.11-14 Building30%EarlyThunderstormWatchtower RuinsSwordGrass Lv.11-14 Building30%EarlyThunderstormNorth Lake MilochShieldGrass Lv.14-16 Water30%EarlyRainingNorth Lake MilochSwordGrass Lv.14-16 Water30%EarlyRainingEast Lake AxewellShieldOverworld Lv.10-15 Cave15%EarlyRainingEast Lake AxewellSwordOverworld Lv.10-15 Cave15%EarlyRainingRoute 1ShieldGrass Lv.2-5 Route10%EarlyAll WeatherRoute 1SwordGrass Lv.2-5 Route10%EarlyAll WeatherSlumbering Weald - Low LevelShieldOverworld Lv.2-3 Forest10%EarlyAll WeatherSlumbering Weald - Low LevelSwordOverworld Lv.2-3 Forest10%EarlyAll WeatherSlumbering WealdShieldGrass Lv.2-3 Forest5%EarlyAll WeatherSlumbering WealdSwordGrass Lv.2-3 Forest5%EarlyAll Weather
Step 2Catch or Evolve CharjabugHammerlocke HillsShieldGrass Lv.28-3025%MidThunderstormHammerlocke HillsSwordGrass Lv.28-3025%MidThunderstormAxew's EyeShieldGrass Lv.35-4030%LateRainingAxew's EyeSwordGrass Lv.35-4030%LateRainingDusty BowlShieldGrass Lv.40-4520%LateThunderstormDusty BowlSwordGrass Lv.40-4520%LateThunderstormor evolve from Grubbin (Step 1)
Step 3Vikavolt ✓
A few locations for Vikavolt with moderate rates across mid-game 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 Vikavolt in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
To get Vikavolt, start by catching Grubbin through walking and gift encounters at Lv. 2-35. The chain covers 3 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch GrubbinRoute 5Ultra SunGrass Lv.13-16 Route20%EarlyRoute 5Ultra MoonGrass Lv.13-16 Route20%EarlyRoute 1 - EastUltra MoonGrass Lv.2-3 Route15%EarlyRoute 1 - EastUltra SunGrass Lv.2-3 Route15%EarlyRoute 4Ultra SunGrass Lv.11-14 Route10%EarlyRoute 4Ultra MoonGrass Lv.11-14 Route10%EarlyRoute 6 - NorthUltra SunGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%EarlyRoute 6 - NorthUltra MoonGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%EarlyRoute 6 - SouthUltra SunGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%EarlyRoute 6 - SouthUltra MoonGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%EarlyBlush MountainUltra MoonGrass Lv.29-32 CaveMidDaySOS from CharjabugBlush MountainUltra SunGrass Lv.29-32 CaveMidDaySOS from Charjabug
Step 2Catch or Evolve CharjabugBlush MountainUltra SunGrass Lv.29-32 Cave10%MidBlush MountainUltra MoonGrass Lv.29-32 Cave10%Midor evolve from Grubbin (Step 1)
Step 3Vikavolt ✓Blush MountainUltra MoonGrass Lv.29-32 CaveMidDaySOS from CharjabugBlush MountainUltra SunGrass Lv.29-32 CaveMidDaySOS from CharjabugHeahea BeachUltra SunGift from NPC Lv.35 WaterLateTotem gift (70 stickers)or evolve from Charjabug (Step 2)
No wild encounters for Vikavolt. The 3-stage chain runs through Grubbin, which you can catch at moderate rates from the locations below. Evolve through a special method once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Vikavolt in Sun & Moon
The path to Vikavolt starts with Grubbin at Lv. 3-29 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch GrubbinRoute 1 - WestMoonGrass Lv.3-5 Route10%EarlyRoute 1 - WestSunGrass Lv.3-5 Route10%EarlyRoute 4MoonGrass Lv.11-14 Route10%EarlyRoute 4SunGrass Lv.11-14 Route10%EarlyRoute 5SunGrass Lv.13-16 Route10%EarlyRoute 5MoonGrass Lv.13-16 Route10%EarlyRoute 6 - NorthSunGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%EarlyRoute 6 - NorthMoonGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%EarlyRoute 6 - SouthSunGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%EarlyRoute 6 - SouthMoonGrass Lv.14-17 Route10%Early
Step 2Catch or Evolve CharjabugBlush MountainSunGrass Lv.26-29 Cave10%MidBlush MountainMoonGrass Lv.26-29 Cave10%Midor evolve from Grubbin (Step 1)
Step 3Vikavolt ✓
Don't let Vikavolt's 500 base stat total fool you. Levitate is what makes it tick. It punches way above its weight class. We rate it B-Tier as a wallbreaker.
Vikavolt's biggest threats include Infernape (Fire) and Aerodactyl (Rock), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 2 weaknesses means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Run Levitate on Vikavolt. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche.
Vikavolt fills the wallbreaker role. It's a special attacker with base 145 Sp. Atk. Base 43 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
The core moveset is Bugbuzz, Volt Switch, Sticky Web, and Energy Ball. Bugbuzz leads at 24% usage. This set covers the wallbreaker role with a mix of damage and utility.
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Vikavolt has appeared in 4 games across 4 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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- 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 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 7SMDebut
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