Vikavolt Best Moveset
145 Sp. Atk behind Bug/Electric TermStab with AbilityLevitate granting Ground immunity. Held ItemFocus Sash with NatureModest guarantees one hit survived. The moveset fires among the hardest-hitting special Bug damage in the game. 43 Speed means going last against almost everything. Tera Electric amplifies the primary damage. D-Tier because the Speed makes it dead weight against anything faster.
145 Sp. Atk in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Second-highest among non-legendaries. 43 Speed. The hardest-hitting slow Bug/Electric in the game. Trick Room or bust.
Best Moves
Best Build
Vikavolt best EVs are HP and Sp. Atk
Special Wallbreaker Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Energy Ball
- Volt Switch
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
Borderline in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). 145 Sp. Atk banned from the lowest tier. Agility doubled 43 to 86. Still not fast enough without the boost.
Special Tank Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Energy Ball
- Volt Switch
- Mud Shot
Recommended Teammates
Three gens of 145 Sp. Atk behind 43 Speed in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). The same story as Rampardos flipped to the special side.
Special Tank Moveset
- Bug Buzz
- Energy Ball
- Sticky Web
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
Vikavolt Weakness
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 |
What is Vikavolt Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Vikavolt
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Vikavolt View Alomomola builds →Flip Turn11-13% Scald10-12% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityUnaware ItemLeftovers NatureImpish Moves View Dondozo builds →
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B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemLeftovers NatureCalm Moves View Toxapex builds →
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B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Vikavolt View Corviknight builds →U Turn14-16% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves View Skarmory builds →
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Evolution
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.
How to Get Vikavolt
Vikavolt appears at moderate rates across 2 spots in late-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Vikavolt in SV
Grubbin is your first catch on the way to Vikavolt. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 7-74 across 30 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch GrubbinApple HillsLv.7-60OverworldFellhorn GorgeLv.7-60OverworldKitakami RoadLv.7-60OverworldKitakami WildsLv.7-60OverworldOni MountainLv.7-60OverworldParadise BarrensLv.7-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.7-60OverworldWistful FieldsLv.7-60Overworld
Step 2Catch or Evolve CharjabugFellhorn GorgeLv.20-60OverworldKitakami WildsLv.20-60OverworldOni MountainLv.20-60OverworldParadise BarrensLv.20-60OverworldTimeless WoodsLv.20-60OverworldWistful FieldsLv.20-60Overworldor evolve from Grubbin (Step 1)
Step 3Vikavolt ✓Kitakami WildsLv.41-74Overworldor evolve from Charjabug (Step 2)
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 SwSh
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 MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 40%ThunderstormDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 35%RainingDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 35%ThunderstormEast Lake AxewellLv.8-12CaveRate 30%RainingWatchtower RuinsLv.11-14FloorRate 30%ThunderstormNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 30%RainingEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 15%RainingRoute 1Lv.2-5GrassRate 10%All WeatherSlumbering Weald - Low LevelLv.2-3OverworldRate 10%All WeatherSlumbering WealdLv.2-3GrassRate 5%All Weather
Step 2Catch or Evolve CharjabugHammerlocke HillsLv.28-30GrassRate 25%ThunderstormAxew's EyeLv.35-40GrassRate 30%RainingDusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 20%Thunderstormor evolve from Grubbin (Step 1)
Step 3Vikavolt ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Vikavolt egg.
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 USUM
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 5Lv.13-16GrassRate 20%Route 1 - EastLv.2-3GrassRate 15%Route 4Lv.11-14GrassRate 10%Route 6 - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%Route 6 - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%Blush MountainLv.29-32CaveDaySOS from Charjabug
Step 3Vikavolt ✓Blush MountainLv.29-32CaveDaySOS from CharjabugHeahea BeachLv.35Gift from NPCUltra SunTotem 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 SM
The path to Vikavolt starts with Grubbin at Lv. 11-29 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch GrubbinRoute 4Lv.11-14GrassRate 10%Route 5Lv.13-16GrassRate 10%Route 6 - NorthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%Route 6 - SouthLv.14-17GrassRate 10%
Step 3Vikavolt ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Vikavolt egg.
Base Stats
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.
If it carries a Charjabug to use as a spare battery, a flying Vikavolt can rapidly fire high-powered beams of electricity.
Vikavolt Guide
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, Energy Ball, Sticky Web, and Thunderbolt. Bugbuzz leads at 0% usage. Thunderbolt provides reliable STAB damage.
Game Availability
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 1RB
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 7SMDebut
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