Manectric
Manectric is an Electric type Pokémon introduced in Generation 3.
Manectric has a Mega Evolution, available in Generation 6 games and Pokémon Go.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0310 |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric |
| Species | Discharge Pokémon |
| Height | 1.5 m (4′11″) |
| Weight | 40.2 kg (88.6 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Static 2. Lightning Rod Minus (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0079 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0074 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0081 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0294 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0067 (Sword/Shield) 0086 (Legends: Z-A) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 166 |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 70 | 250 | 344 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
| Defense | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Sp. Atk | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
| Sp. Def | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Speed | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
| Total | 475 | 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 № | 0310 |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric |
| Species | Discharge Pokémon |
| Height | 1.8 m (5′11″) |
| Weight | 44.0 kg (97.0 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Intimidate |
| Local № | 0079 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0074 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0081 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0294 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0067 (Sword/Shield) 0086 (Legends: Z-A) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 201 |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 70 | 250 | 344 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
| Defense | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Sp. Atk | 135 | 247 | 405 | |
| Sp. Def | 80 | 148 | 284 | |
| Speed | 135 | 247 | 405 | |
| Total | 575 | 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
Manectric changes
- In Generations 3-4, Manectric has a base experience yield of 168.
- In Generations 3-7, Manectric has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Manectric
| Ruby | MANECTRIC is constantly discharging electricity from its mane. The sparks sometimes ignite forest fires. When it enters a battle, this POKéMON creates thunderclouds. |
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| Sapphire | MANECTRIC discharges strong electricity from its mane. The mane is used for collecting electricity in the atmosphere. This POKéMON creates thunderclouds above its head. |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
It rarely appears before people. It is said to nest where lightning has fallen. |
| Emerald | Because lightning falls in their vicinities, MANECTRIC were thought to have been born from lightning. In battle, they create thunderclouds. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
It discharges electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to drop lightning bolts. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Its nest can be found where a thunderbolt hits. It is discharging electricity from its mane. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
It discharges electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to drop lightning bolts. |
| X | It rarely appears before people. It is said to nest where lightning has fallen. |
| Y | It discharges electricity from its mane. It creates a thundercloud overhead to drop lightning bolts. |
| Omega Ruby | Manectric is constantly discharging electricity from its mane. The sparks sometimes ignite forest fires. When it enters a battle, this Pokémon creates thunderclouds. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Manectric discharges strong electricity from its mane. The mane is used for collecting electricity in the atmosphere. This Pokémon creates thunderclouds above its head. |
| Ultra Sun | Manectric can be found beneath unnatural thunderclouds. People say it can run at the same speed as lightning striking. |
| Ultra Moon | It stimulates its own muscles with electricity, so it can move quickly. It eases its soreness with electricity, too, so it can recover quickly as well. |
| Sword | It stimulates its own muscles with electricity, so it can move quickly. It eases its soreness with electricity, too, so it can recover quickly as well. |
| Shield | It rarely appears before people. It is said to nest where lightning has fallen. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
It discharges electricity from its mane. The Pokémon creates a thundercloud overhead from which to drop lightning bolts. |
Mega Manectric
| Ultra Sun | Mega Evolution fills its body with a tremendous amount of electricity, but it’s too much for Manectric to fully control. |
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| Ultra Moon | Too much electricity has built up in its body, irritating Manectric. Its explosive speed is equal to that of a lightning bolt. |
Moves learned by Manectric
Moves learnt by level up
Manectric learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Quick Attack | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 8 | Thunder Shock | Electric | 40 | 100 | |
| 12 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 16 | Spark | Electric | 65 | 100 | |
| 20 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 22 | Eerie Impulse | Electric | — | 100 | |
| 24 | Thunder Fang | Electric | 65 | 95 | |
| 28 | Roar | Normal | — | — | |
| 30 | Snarl | Dark | 55 | 95 | |
| 36 | Charge | Electric | — | — | |
| 40 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 44 | Wild Charge | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 50 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 |
Egg moves
Manectric does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Manectric is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Legends: Z-A:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 15 | Ice Fang | Ice | 65 | 95 | |
| 16 | Light Screen | Psychic | — | — | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 25 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 27 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 33 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
| 35 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 39 | Discharge | Electric | 80 | 100 | |
| 44 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 47 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 50 | Overheat | Fire | 130 | 90 | |
| 55 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 62 | Flamethrower | Fire | 90 | 100 | |
| 66 | Volt Switch | Electric | 70 | 100 | |
| 71 | Hyper Voice | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| 85 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 91 | Curse | Ghost | — | — |
Moves learnt by level up
Manectric learns the following moves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
| 1 | Howl | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 12 | Quick Attack | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 16 | Shock Wave | Electric | 60 | ∞ | |
| 20 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 24 | Thunder Fang | Electric | 65 | 95 | |
| 30 | Roar | Normal | — | — | |
| 36 | Discharge | Electric | 80 | 100 | |
| 42 | Charge | Electric | — | — | |
| 48 | Wild Charge | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 54 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
| 60 | Electric Terrain | Electric | — | — |
Egg moves
Manectric learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Manectric gen 8 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| Curse | Ghost | — | — | |
| Discharge | Electric | 80 | 100 | |
| Eerie Impulse | Electric | — | 100 | |
| Electro Ball | Electric | — | 100 | |
| Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
| Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| Ice Fang | Ice | 65 | 95 | |
| Spark | Electric | 65 | 100 | |
| Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| Switcheroo | Dark | — | 100 | |
| Thunder Fang | Electric | 65 | 95 | |
| Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Manectric is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 | Roar | Normal | — | — | |
| 15 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 16 | Light Screen | Psychic | — | — | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 18 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 23 | Iron Tail | Steel | 100 | 75 | |
| 24 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 25 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
| 32 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 34 | Shock Wave | Electric | 60 | ∞ | |
| 35 | Flamethrower | Fire | 90 | 100 | |
| 42 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 43 | Volt Switch | Electric | 70 | 100 | |
| 44 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 45 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 46 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 50 | Overheat | Fire | 130 | 90 | |
| 57 | Charge Beam | Electric | 50 | 90 | |
| 58 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 68 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 70 | Flash | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 73 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 78 | Snarl | Dark | 55 | 95 | |
| 82 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 87 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 90 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 96 | Strength | Normal | 80 | 100 |
Manectric sprites
| Type | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Manectric
| Ruby Sapphire |
Route 118 |
|---|---|
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Emerald | Route 118 |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Evolve Electrike |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Y Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Electrike |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Moon | Route 12 |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Axew's Eye, Giant's Cap, Giant's Seat |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Evolve Electrike |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Manectric questions
- What is a good moveset for Manectric?
- Why is Surge's Manectric holding Pinap Berry?
- Which of Lightning Rod and Static is best for Manectric in Sw/Sh doubles?
- Mega Ampharos or Mega Manectric?
- Help me find a place to put these extra EVs!
- What can I do to Numel and Camerupt as Electrike/Manectric?
- Breloom or Manectric to fight Water-types in an Emerald playthrough?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Manectric |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ライボルト (Livolt) |
| German | Voltenso |
| French | Élecsprint |
| Italian | Manectric |
| Spanish | Manectric |
| Korean | 썬더볼트 (sseondeobolteu) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 雷电兽 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 雷電獸 |
| English |
Discharge Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ほうでんポケモン |
| German | Entladungs-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Décharge |
| Italian | Pokémon Scossa |
| Spanish | Pokémon Descarga |
| Korean | 방전포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 放电宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 放電寶可夢 |
Name origin
- mane
- long hair around the neck of animals
- electricity
- energy from electric currents

