Magneton
Magneton is an Electric/Steel type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
In Generation 9, a Paradox Pokémon Sandy Shocks was discovered, which bears a striking resemblance to Magneton.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0082 | 
|---|---|
| Type | Electric Steel | 
| Species | Magnet Pokémon | 
| Height | 1.0 m (3′03″) | 
| Weight | 60.0 kg (132.3 lbs) | 
| Abilities | 1. Magnet Pull 2. Sturdy Analytic (hidden ability) | 
| Local № | 0082 (Yellow/Red/Blue) 0119 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0083 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0082 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0179 (Platinum) 0120 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0049 (Black 2/White 2) 0070 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0085 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0048 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0055 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0082 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0178 (Legends: Arceus) 0210 (Scarlet/Violet) 0106 (The Isle of Armor) 0117 (The Indigo Disk) | 
Training
| EV yield | 2 Sp. Atk | 
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 60 (7.8% with PokéBall, full HP) | 
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) | 
| Base Exp. | 163 | 
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast | 
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Mineral | 
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless | 
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) | 
Base stats
| HP | 50 | 210 | 304 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Defense | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Sp. Atk | 120 | 220 | 372 | |
| Sp. Def | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Speed | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Total | 465 | 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
Magneton changes
- In Generation 1, Magneton is Electric type.
- In Generation 1, Magneton has a base Special stat of 120.
- In Generations 1-4, Magneton has a base experience yield of 161.
- In Generations 2-7, Magneton has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Red Blue | Formed by several MAGNEMITEs linked together. They frequently appear when sunspots flare up. | 
|---|---|
| Yellow | Generates strange radio signals. It raises the temperature by 3.6F degrees within 3,300 feet. | 
| Gold | Three MAGNEMITE are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close. | 
| Silver | The MAGNEMITE are united by a magnetism so powerful, it dries all moisture in its vicinities. | 
| Crystal | When many MAGNETON gather together, the resulting magnetic storm disrupts radio waves. | 
| Ruby | MAGNETON emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to mechanical devices. As a result, large cities sound sirens to warn citizens of large-scale outbreaks of this POKéMON. | 
| Sapphire | MAGNETON emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to electronics and precision instruments. Because of this, it is said that some towns warn people to keep this POKéMON inside a POKé BALL. | 
| FireRed | A linked cluster formed of several MAGNEMITE. It discharges powerful magnetic waves at high voltage. | 
| LeafGreen | Formed by several MAGNEMITE linked together. They frequently appear when sunspots flare up. | 
| Emerald | It is actually three MAGNEMITE linked by magnetism. It generates powerful radio waves that raise temperatures by 3.6 degrees F within a 3,300-foot radius. | 
| Diamond Pearl | It is actually three MAGNEMITE linked by magnetism. A group can set off a magnetic storm. | 
| Platinum | Many mysteriously appear when more sunspots dot the sun. They stop TV sets from displaying properly. | 
| HeartGold | Three MAGNEMITE are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close. | 
| SoulSilver | The MAGNEMITE are united by a magnetism so powerful, it dries all moisture in its vicinity. | 
| Black White | Many mysteriously appear when more sunspots dot the sun. They stop TV sets from displaying properly. | 
| Black 2 White 2 | The stronger electromagnetic waves from the three linked Magnemite are enough to dry out surrounding moisture. | 
| X | A linked cluster formed of several Magnemite. It discharges powerful magnetic waves at high voltage. | 
| Y | Generates strange radio signals. It raises the temperature by 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit within 3,300 feet. | 
| Omega Ruby | Magneton emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to mechanical devices. As a result, large cities sound sirens to warn citizens of large-scale outbreaks of this Pokémon. | 
| Alpha Sapphire | Magneton emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to electronics and precision instruments. Because of this, it is said that some towns warn people to keep this Pokémon inside a Poké Ball. | 
| Sun | When three Magnemite link together, their brains also become one. They do not become three times more intelligent. | 
| Moon | It has about three times the electrical power of Magnemite. For some reason, outbreaks of this Pokémon happen when lots of sunspots appear. | 
| Ultra Sun | Delicate equipment can malfunction in areas inhabited by Magneton, which send out mysterious electrical signals. | 
| Ultra Moon | When rain clouds form, many Magneton gather in high places to wait for lightning to strike. | 
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee | Generates strange radio signals. It raises the temperature by 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit within 3,300 feet. | 
| Sword | This Pokémon is three Magnemite that have linked together. Magneton sends out powerful radio waves to study its surroundings. | 
| Shield | This Pokémon is constantly putting out a powerful magnetic force. Most computers go haywire when a Magneton approaches. | 
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl | A Magneton is actually three Magnemite linked by magnetism. A group of these Pokémon can set off a magnetic storm. | 
| Legends: Arceus | Three Magnemite gathered to evolve into this Pokémon. The source of much vexation on my part, as its powerful magnetism destroys my research equipment. | 
| Scarlet | Three Magnemite are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close. | 
| Violet | They’re formed by several Magnemite linked together. They frequently appear when sunspots flare up. | 
Moves learned by Magneton
Moves learnt by level up
Magneton does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Magneton does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Magneton cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Magneton learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
| Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electric Terrain | Electric |  | — | — | 
| 1 | Supersonic | Normal |  | — | 55 | 
| 1 | Tackle | Normal |  | 40 | 100 | 
| 1 | Thunder Shock | Electric |  | 40 | 100 | 
| 1 | Thunder Wave | Electric |  | — | 90 | 
| 12 | Electro Ball | Electric |  | — | 100 | 
| 16 | Gyro Ball | Steel |  | — | 100 | 
| 20 | Spark | Electric |  | 65 | 100 | 
| 24 | Screech | Normal |  | — | 85 | 
| 28 | Magnet Rise | Electric |  | — | — | 
| 34 | Flash Cannon | Steel |  | 80 | 100 | 
| 40 | Discharge | Electric |  | 80 | 100 | 
| 46 | Metal Sound | Steel |  | — | 85 | 
| 52 | Light Screen | Psychic |  | — | — | 
| 58 | Lock-On | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 64 | Zap Cannon | Electric |  | 120 | 50 | 
Moves learnt on evolution
Magneton learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
| Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tri Attack | Normal |  | 80 | 100 | 
Egg moves
Magneton learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Magneton gen 9 learnset page.
| Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electroweb | Electric |  | 55 | 95 | 
| Explosion | Normal |  | 250 | 100 | 
Moves learnt by TM
Magneton is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
| TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Take Down | Normal |  | 90 | 85 | 
| 07 | Protect | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 17 | Confuse Ray | Ghost |  | — | 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 | 
| 49 | Sunny Day | Fire |  | — | — | 
| 50 | Rain Dance | Water |  | — | — | 
| 51 | Sandstorm | Rock |  | — | — | 
| 70 | Sleep Talk | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 72 | Electro Ball | Electric |  | — | 100 | 
| 74 | Reflect | Psychic |  | — | — | 
| 75 | Light Screen | Psychic |  | — | — | 
| 82 | Thunder Wave | Electric |  | — | 90 | 
| 85 | Rest | Psychic |  | — | — | 
| 93 | Flash Cannon | Steel |  | 80 | 100 | 
| 96 | Eerie Impulse | Electric |  | — | 100 | 
| 99 | Iron Head | Steel |  | 80 | 100 | 
| 103 | Substitute | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 104 | Iron Defense | Steel |  | — | — | 
| 121 | Heavy Slam | Steel |  | — | 100 | 
| 126 | Thunderbolt | Electric |  | 90 | 100 | 
| 130 | Helping Hand | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 136 | Electric Terrain | Electric |  | — | — | 
| 147 | Wild Charge | Electric |  | 90 | 100 | 
| 163 | Hyper Beam | Normal |  | 150 | 90 | 
| 166 | Thunder | Electric |  | 110 | 70 | 
| 170 | Steel Beam | Steel |  | 140 | 95 | 
| 171 | Tera Blast | Normal |  | 80 | 100 | 
| 173 | Charge | Electric |  | — | — | 
| 178 | Gravity | Psychic |  | — | — | 
| 180 | Gyro Ball | Steel |  | — | 100 | 
| 211 | Electroweb | Electric |  | 55 | 95 | 
| 223 | Metal Sound | Steel |  | — | 85 | 
Magneton sprites
| Type | Generation 1 | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   |   | 
| Shiny | — |   |   |   |   |   |   | — | — | 
Where to find Magneton
| Red Blue | Cerulean Cave, Power Plant | 
|---|---|
| Yellow | Power Plant | 
| Gold Silver | Evolve Magnemite | 
| Crystal | Power Plant | 
| Ruby Sapphire | New Mauville | 
| FireRed LeafGreen | Cerulean Cave, Power Plant | 
| Emerald | New Mauville | 
| Diamond Pearl | Evolve Magnemite | 
| Platinum | Route 222, Victory Road | 
| HeartGold SoulSilver | Cerulean Cave, Power Plant | 
| Black | Trade/migrate from another game | 
| White | Evolve Magnemite | 
| Black 2 White 2 | P2 Laboratory | 
| X Y | Lost Hotel | 
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire | Evolve Magnemite | 
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon | Evolve Magnemite | 
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee | Power Plant | 
| Sword Shield Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl | Evolve Magnemite | 
| Legends: Arceus | Space-Time Distortion | 
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A | Location data not yet available | 
Answers to Magneton questions
- If you traded a Magnemite or Magneton that is poisoned from Gen 1 to Gen 2, would it still be poisoned?
- Does anything special happen when you give a magnet to a Magnemite, Magneton or Magnezone?
- Magnezone or Eviolite Magneton for Steel trapper??
- Where should we evolve Eevee, Magneton and Nosepass in ORAS?
- Is their anyway to get Magneton to Magnezone in Black and White?
- How do you evolve a magneton in pokemon soulsilver/heartgold?
- Are there ways to evolve Eevee, Magneton, and Nosepass in X&Y?
- What are the Pokemon that are made from other Pokemon?
- Are Klang or Klinklang good substitutes for Magneton?
- how do you evolve a nosepass and a magnaton on explorers of sky
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Other languages
| English | Magneton | 
|---|---|
| Japanese | レアコイル (Rarecoil) | 
| German | Magneton | 
| French | Magnéton | 
| Italian | Magneton | 
| Spanish | Magneton | 
| Korean | 레어코일 (reeokoil) | 
| Chinese (Simplified) | 三合一磁怪 | 
| Chinese (Traditional) | 三合一磁怪 | 
| English | Magnet Pokémon | 
|---|---|
| Japanese | じしゃくポケモン | 
| German | Magnet-Pokémon | 
| French | Pokémon Magnétique | 
| Italian | Pokémon Calamita | 
| Spanish | Pokémon Imán | 
| Korean | 자석포켓몬 | 
| Chinese (Simplified) | 磁铁宝可梦 | 
| Chinese (Traditional) | 磁鐵寶可夢 | 
Name origin
- magnet
- attracting object
- ton
- large weight
 
	 


