The stat budget goes to damage. Speed and Attack carry the offense, Defense doesn't even come close. A Thunderbolt Pokemon on a medium-fast 1M XP curve, worth 2 Speed EVs per KO.
When this ill-tempered Pokémon runs wild, it shoots lightning from its mane in all directions.
They have lightning-like movements. When Zebstrika run at full speed, the sound of thunder reverberates.
Zebstrika's Electric typing leaves it vulnerable to Ground. Few weaknesses and 3 resistances make the typing clean. Lightning Rod grants an additional Electric immunity, reshaping the matchup chart. Zebstrika leans offensive (base 100 Atk) rather than trying to tank its weaknesses.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Electric, Flying, Steel |
Excadrill can KO Zebstrika with Earthquake (169-199%). Krookodile threatens a KO with Earthquake (152-179%).
 Excadrill GroundSteel | S | |
Recommended Build AbilityMold Breaker ItemLeftovers NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Zebstrika View Excadrill builds →Earthquake 2x169-199%KO Rapid Spin28-33% | ||
 Krookodile GroundDark | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMoxie ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Zebstrika View Krookodile builds →Earthquake 2x152-179%KO Knock Off50-59% Close Combat61-72% | ||
Evolved from Blitzle. Zebstrika is the final form in this two-stage line. A massive partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. Attack grew the most through evolution (+40 over Blitzle), and Zebstrika peaks at 497 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Zebstrika to get Blitzle eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
Volt Switch keeps your team's momentum going. Zebstrika doesn't need to stay in long, Life Orb provides extra damage on every hit for a health trade and max Attack and Speed EVs make every visit count. Highhorsepower threatens on the way out. Lightningrod adds passive value.
Best Build
Zebstrika best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- High Horsepower
- Supercell Slam
- Volt Switch
- Overheat
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- High Horsepower
- Supercell Slam
- Volt Switch
- Flame Charge
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Special Sweeper Moveset
- Discharge
- Overheat
- Volt Switch
- High Horsepower
Recommended Teammates
Mixed Sweeper Moveset
- Volt Switch
- Overheat
- Thunderbolt
- Hidden Power Ice
Recommended Teammates
Mixed Sweeper Moveset
- Volt Switch
- Overheat
- Thunderbolt
- Hidden Power Ice
Recommended Teammates
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Hidden Power Ice
- Wild Charge
- Thunderbolt
- Volt Switch
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Zebstrika. TMs unlock Normal and Fire coverage and more and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Thunder and Supercell Slam into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
You'll want to breed for Double Kick and Double-Edge on Zebstrika. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Thunder and Wild Charge, they expand what Zebstrika can actually threaten in practice.
You'll want to breed for Double Kick and Double-Edge on Zebstrika. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Thunder and Wild Charge, they expand what Zebstrika can actually threaten in practice.
You'll want to breed for Double Kick and Double-Edge on Zebstrika. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Thunder and Wild Charge, they expand what Zebstrika can actually threaten in practice.
Zebstrika isn't available in the wild in Scarlet & Violet. Start by transferring Blitzle from Black. The evolution path from Blitzle to Zebstrika is covered in the steps below.
No wild encounters for Zebstrika in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Bring Blitzle over from Black, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
Zebstrika isn't available in the wild in Sun & Moon. Start by transferring Blitzle from Black. The evolution path from Blitzle to Zebstrika is covered in the steps below.
Zebstrika starts showing up in late-game routes at high spawn rates across 10 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Zebstrika in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Blitzle is your first catch on the way to Zebstrika. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 36-38 across 10 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Obtain Blitzle
Step 2Zebstrika ✓Mirage Spots - Area 22Omega RubyGrass Lv.36-3880%LateMirage Spots - Area 22Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.36-3880%LateMirage Spots - Area 10Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.36-3830%LateMirage Spots - Area 10Omega RubyGrass Lv.36-3830%LateMirage Spots - Area 11Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.36-3830%LateMirage Spots - Area 11Omega RubyGrass Lv.36-3830%LateMirage Spots - Area 12Omega RubyGrass Lv.36-3830%LateMirage Spots - Area 12Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.36-3830%LateMirage Spots - Area 9Omega RubyGrass Lv.36-3830%LateMirage Spots - Area 9Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.36-3830%Lateor evolve from Blitzle (Step 1)
Lightning Rod changes the entire equation for Zebstrika. The 497 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked C-Tier as a sweeper.
Watch for Rhydon (Ground) when using Zebstrika. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. Zebstrika's base 116 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Lightning Rod is what you want on Zebstrika. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Motor Drive, Sap Sipper) work on paper but Lightning Rod is what makes Zebstrika worth using. With base 116 Speed, Lightning Rod gives Zebstrika an edge before opponents can react.
Base 116 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. On offense, Zebstrika is a physical attacker with base 100 Attack. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a sweeper.
Run Highhorsepower, Supercellslam, Volt Switch, and Overheat on Zebstrika. Highhorsepower is the most common pick at 19% usage. This set covers the sweeper role with a mix of damage and utility.
Zebstrika joined the series in Black & White and has been available in 7 titles so far. With 6 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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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 5BWDebut
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