Electrode
Electrode is an Electric type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Electrode has a Hisuian Form, introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0101 |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric |
| Species | Ball Pokémon |
| Height | 1.2 m (3′11″) |
| Weight | 66.6 kg (146.8 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Soundproof 2. Static Aftermath (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0101 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0121 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0085 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0101 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0122 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0073 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0088 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0101 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0193 (Legends: Arceus) 0208 (Scarlet/Violet) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 60 (7.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 172 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 60 | 230 | 324 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
| Defense | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Sp. Atk | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Sp. Def | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Speed | 150 | 274 | 438 | |
| Total | 490 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0101 |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric Grass |
| Species | Sphere Pokémon |
| Height | 1.2 m (3′11″) |
| Weight | 71.0 kg (156.5 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Soundproof 2. Static Aftermath (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0101 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0121 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0085 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0101 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0122 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0073 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0088 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0101 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0193 (Legends: Arceus) 0208 (Scarlet/Violet) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 60 (7.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 172 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 60 | 230 | 324 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
| Defense | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Sp. Atk | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Sp. Def | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Speed | 150 | 274 | 438 | |
| Total | 490 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Electrode changes
- In Generation 1, Electrode has a base Special stat of 80.
- In Generations 1-6, Electrode has a base Speed of 140.
- In Generations 1-4, Electrode has a base experience yield of 150.
- In Generations 5-6, Electrode has a base experience yield of 168.
- In Generations 2-7, Electrode has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Electrode
| Red Blue |
It stores electric energy under very high pressure. It often explodes with little or no provocation. |
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| Yellow | Stores electrical energy inside its body. Even the slightest shock could trigger a huge explosion. |
| Gold | It is dangerous. If it has too much electricity and has nothing to do, it amuses itself by exploding. |
| Silver | It stores an overflowing amount of electric energy inside its body. Even a small shock makes it explode. |
| Crystal | The more energy it charges up, the faster it gets. But this also makes it more likely to explode. |
| Ruby | ELECTRODE eats electricity in the atmosphere. On days when lightning strikes, you can see this POKéMON exploding all over the place from eating too much electricity. |
| Sapphire | One of ELECTRODE’s characteristics is its attraction to electricity. It is a problematical POKéMON that congregates mostly at electrical power plants to feed on electricity that has just been generated. |
| FireRed | It explodes in response to even minor stimuli. It is feared, with the nickname of “The Bomb Ball.” |
| LeafGreen | It stores electric energy under very high pressure. It often explodes with little or no provocation. |
| Emerald | They appear in great numbers at electric power plants. Because they feed on electricity, they cause massive and chaotic blackouts in nearby cities. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
It is known to drift on winds if it is bloated to bursting with stored electricity. |
| HeartGold | It is dangerous. If it has too much electricity and has nothing to do, it amuses itself by exploding. |
| SoulSilver | It stores an overflowing amount of electric energy inside its body. Even a small shock makes it explode. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
It is known to drift on winds if it is bloated to bursting with stored electricity. |
| X | It explodes in response to even minor stimuli. It is feared, with the nickname of “The Bomb Ball.” |
| Y | It stores an overflowing amount of electric energy inside its body. Even a small shock makes it explode. |
| Omega Ruby | Electrode eats electricity in the atmosphere. On days when lightning strikes, you can see this Pokémon exploding all over the place from eating too much electricity. |
| Alpha Sapphire | One of Electrode’s characteristics is its attraction to electricity. It is a problematical Pokémon that congregates mostly at electrical power plants to feed on electricity that has just been generated. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Stores electrical energy inside its body. Even the slightest shock could trigger a huge explosion. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
It is known to drift on winds if it is bloated to bursting with stored electricity. |
| Scarlet | The more energy it charges up, the faster it gets. But this also makes it more likely to explode. |
| Violet | It explodes in response to even minor stimuli. It is feared, with the nickname of the Bomb Ball. |
Hisuian Electrode
| Legends: Arceus | The tissue on the surface of its body is curiously similar in composition to an Apricorn. When irritated, this Pokémon lets loose an electric current equal to 20 lightning bolts. |
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Moves learned by Electrode
Moves learnt by level up
Electrode does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Electrode does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Electrode cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Electrode learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charge | Electric | — | — | |
| 1 | Eerie Impulse | Electric | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Magnetic Flux | Electric | — | — | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Thunder Shock | Electric | 40 | 100 | |
| 9 | Spark | Electric | 65 | 100 | |
| 11 | Rollout | Rock | 30 | 90 | |
| 13 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 16 | Charge Beam | Electric | 50 | 90 | |
| 20 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 22 | Electro Ball | Electric | — | 100 | |
| 26 | Self-Destruct | Normal | 200 | 100 | |
| 29 | Light Screen | Psychic | — | — | |
| 36 | Magnet Rise | Electric | — | — | |
| 41 | Discharge | Electric | 80 | 100 | |
| 47 | Explosion | Normal | 250 | 100 | |
| 54 | Gyro Ball | Steel | — | 100 | |
| 58 | Mirror Coat | Psychic | — | 100 |
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charge | Electric | — | — | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 4 | Thunder Shock | Electric | 40 | 100 | |
| 6 | Stun Spore | Grass | — | 75 | |
| 9 | Bullet Seed | Grass | 25 | 100 | |
| 11 | Rollout | Rock | 30 | 90 | |
| 13 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 16 | Charge Beam | Electric | 50 | 90 | |
| 20 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 22 | Electro Ball | Electric | — | 100 | |
| 26 | Self-Destruct | Normal | 200 | 100 | |
| 29 | Energy Ball | Grass | 90 | 100 | |
| 34 | Discharge | Electric | 80 | 100 | |
| 34 | Seed Bomb | Grass | 80 | 100 | |
| 41 | Explosion | Normal | 250 | 100 | |
| 46 | Gyro Ball | Steel | — | 100 | |
| 50 | Grassy Terrain | Grass | — | — |
Moves learnt on evolution
Electrode learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chloroblast | Grass | 150 | 95 |
Egg moves
Electrode learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Electrode gen 9 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal Sound | Steel | — | 85 | |
| Recycle | Normal | — | — |
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leech Seed | Grass | — | 90 | |
| Recycle | Normal | — | — | |
| Worry Seed | Grass | — | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Electrode is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 04 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 06 | Scary Face | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 07 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 18 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 23 | Charge Beam | Electric | 50 | 90 | |
| 25 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 32 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 47 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 48 | Volt Switch | Electric | 70 | 100 | |
| 50 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 62 | Foul Play | Dark | 95 | 100 | |
| 70 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 72 | Electro Ball | Electric | — | 100 | |
| 75 | Light Screen | Psychic | — | — | |
| 82 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 85 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 87 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 96 | Eerie Impulse | Electric | — | 100 | |
| 103 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 126 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 130 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 136 | Electric Terrain | Electric | — | — | |
| 147 | Wild Charge | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 152 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 163 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 166 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
| 171 | Tera Blast | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 173 | Charge | Electric | — | — | |
| 180 | Gyro Ball | Steel | — | 100 | |
| 204 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| 210 | Supercell Slam | Electric | 100 | 95 | |
| 211 | Electroweb | Electric | 55 | 95 | |
| 223 | Metal Sound | Steel | — | 85 | |
| 224 | Curse | Ghost | — | — |
Electrode sprites
| Type | Generation 1 | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Electrode
| Red Blue |
Cerulean Cave, Cinnabar Island |
|---|---|
| Yellow | Evolve Voltorb |
| Gold Silver Crystal |
Team Rocket HQ |
| Ruby Sapphire |
New Mauville, Team Magma/Aqua Hideout |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Cerulean Cave, Cinnabar Island |
| Emerald | New Mauville, Team Magma/Aqua Hideout |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Evolve Voltorb |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Cerulean Cave, Team Rocket HQ |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Lost Hotel |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Team Magma/Aqua Hideout |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Team Rocket's Castle |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Power Plant |
| Sword Shield |
Not available in this game |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Evolve Voltorb/Hisuian Voltorb |
| Scarlet Violet |
East Province (Area Three), West Province (Area Three) |
| Legends: Z-A | Location data not yet available |
Answers to Electrode questions
- What is a good moveset for Electrode?
- What is a good moveset for Hisuian Electrode?
- I traded for a lvl. 100 shiny voltorb how can I evolve it into electrode?
- My Electrode needs help.
- Can you interact with electrode?
- Pokemon Soul Silver Dilema: Zapdos, Electrode, or Raikou?
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Other languages
| English | Electrode |
|---|---|
| Japanese | マルマイン (Marumine) |
| German | Lektrobal |
| French | Électrode |
| Italian | Electrode |
| Spanish | Electrode |
| Korean | 붐볼 (bumbol) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 顽皮雷弹 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 頑皮雷彈 |
| English |
Ball Pokémon Sphere Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ボールポケモン きゅうたいポケモン |
| German | Ball-Pokémon Kugel-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Balle Pokémon Sphère |
| Italian | Pokémon Ball Pokémon Sfera |
| Spanish | Pokémon Bola Pokémon Esfera |
| Korean | 볼포켓몬 구체포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 球宝可梦 丸宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 球寶可夢 丸寶可夢 |
Name origin
- electrode
- electrical conductor
- explode
- to self-destruct



