Voltorb
Voltorb is an Electric type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Voltorb has a Hisuian Form, introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
Pokédex data
National № | 0100 |
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Type | Electric |
Species | Ball Pokémon |
Height | 0.5 m (1′08″) |
Weight | 10.4 kg (22.9 lbs) |
Abilities | 1. Soundproof 2. Static Aftermath (hidden ability) |
Local № | 0100 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0120 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0084 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0100 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0121 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0072 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0087 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0100 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0192 (Legends: Arceus) 0207 (Scarlet/Violet) |
Training
EV yield | 1 Speed |
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Catch rate | 190 (24.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
Base Exp. | 66 |
Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
Egg Groups | Mineral |
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Gender | Genderless |
Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
HP | 40 | 190 | 284 | |
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Attack | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
Defense | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
Sp. Atk | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
Sp. Def | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
Speed | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
Total | 330 | 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 № | 0100 |
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Type | Electric Grass |
Species | Sphere Pokémon |
Height | 0.5 m (1′08″) |
Weight | 13.0 kg (28.7 lbs) |
Abilities | 1. Soundproof 2. Static Aftermath (hidden ability) |
Local № | 0100 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0120 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0084 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0100 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0121 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0072 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0087 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0100 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0192 (Legends: Arceus) 0207 (Scarlet/Violet) |
Training
EV yield | 1 Speed |
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Catch rate | 190 (24.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
Base Exp. | 66 |
Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
Egg Groups | Mineral |
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Gender | Genderless |
Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
HP | 40 | 190 | 284 | |
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Attack | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
Defense | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
Sp. Atk | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
Sp. Def | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
Speed | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
Total | 330 | 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
Voltorb changes
- In Generation 1, Voltorb has a base Special stat of 55.
- In Generations 1-4, Voltorb has a base experience yield of 103.
- In Generations 2-7, Voltorb has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Voltorb
Red Blue |
Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a POKé BALL, they have zapped many people. |
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Yellow | It is said to camouflage itself as a POKé BALL. It will self-destruct with very little stimulus. |
Gold | It rolls to move. If the ground is uneven, a sudden jolt from hitting a bump can cause it to explode. |
Silver | It was discovered when POKé BALLS were introduced. It is said that there is some connection. |
Crystal | During the study of this POKéMON, it was discovered that its components are not found in nature. |
Ruby | VOLTORB was first sighted at a company that manufactures POKé BALLS. The link between that sighting and the fact that this POKéMON looks very similar to a POKé BALL remains a mystery. |
Sapphire | VOLTORB is extremely sensitive - it explodes at the slightest of shocks. It is rumored that it was first created when a POKé BALL was exposed to a powerful pulse of energy. |
FireRed | A life-form whose identity is unknown. It is said to SCREECH or suddenly SELFDESTRUCT. |
LeafGreen | Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a POKé BALL, it has zapped many people. |
Emerald | It bears an uncanny and unexplained resemblance to a POKé BALL. Because it explodes at the slightest shock, even veteran TRAINERS treat it with caution. |
Diamond Pearl Platinum |
It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch. |
HeartGold | It rolls to move. If the ground is uneven, a sudden jolt from hitting a bump can cause it to explode. |
SoulSilver | It was discovered when Poké Balls were introduced. It is said that there is some connection. |
Black White |
It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch. |
Black 2 White 2 |
It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on contact. |
X | It was discovered when Poké Balls were introduced. It is said that there is some connection. |
Y | Usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a Poké Ball, it has zapped many people. |
Omega Ruby | Voltorb was first sighted at a company that manufactures Poké Balls. The link between that sighting and the fact that this Pokémon looks very similar to a Poké Ball remains a mystery. |
Alpha Sapphire | Voltorb is extremely sensitive—it explodes at the slightest of shocks. It is rumored that it was first created when a Poké Ball was exposed to a powerful pulse of energy. |
Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
It is said to camouflage itself as a Poké Ball. It will self-destruct with very little stimulus. |
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
It looks just like a Poké Ball. It is dangerous because it may electrocute or explode on touch. |
Scarlet | It rolls to move. If the ground is uneven, a sudden jolt from hitting a bump can cause it to explode. |
Violet | It’s usually found in power plants. Easily mistaken for a Poké Ball, it has zapped many people. |
Hisuian Voltorb
Legends: Arceus | An enigmatic Pokémon that happens to bear a resemblance to a Poké Ball. When excited, it discharges the electric current it has stored in its belly, then lets out a great, uproarious laugh. |
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Moves learned by Voltorb
Moves learnt by level up
Voltorb learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Charge | Electric | — | — | |
1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
4 | Thunder Shock | Electric | 40 | 100 | |
6 | Eerie Impulse | Electric | — | 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 | — | — | |
34 | Magnet Rise | Electric | — | — | |
37 | Discharge | Electric | 80 | 100 | |
41 | Explosion | Normal | 250 | 100 | |
46 | Gyro Ball | Steel | — | 100 | |
50 | Mirror Coat | Psychic | — | 100 |
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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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 | — | — |
Egg moves
Voltorb learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Voltorb gen 9 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Metal Sound | Steel | — | 85 | |
Recycle | Normal | — | — |
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Leech Seed | Grass | — | 90 | |
Recycle | Normal | — | — | |
Worry Seed | Grass | — | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Voltorb is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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01 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
04 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
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 | |
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 | |
211 | Electroweb | Electric | 55 | 95 | |
223 | Metal Sound | Steel | — | 85 |
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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01 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
04 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
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 | — | — | |
56 | Bullet Seed | Grass | 25 | 100 | |
62 | Foul Play | Dark | 95 | 100 | |
70 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
71 | Seed Bomb | Grass | 80 | 100 | |
72 | Electro Ball | Electric | — | 100 | |
74 | Reflect | Psychic | — | — | |
81 | Grass Knot | Grass | — | 100 | |
82 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
85 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
87 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
103 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
111 | Giga Drain | Grass | 75 | 100 | |
119 | Energy Ball | Grass | 90 | 100 | |
126 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
136 | Electric Terrain | Electric | — | — | |
137 | Grassy Terrain | Grass | — | — | |
147 | Wild Charge | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
159 | Leaf Storm | Grass | 130 | 90 | |
166 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
168 | Solar Beam | Grass | 120 | 100 | |
171 | Tera Blast | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
173 | Charge | Electric | — | — | |
180 | Gyro Ball | Steel | — | 100 | |
194 | Grassy Glide | Grass | 55 | 100 | |
204 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
211 | Electroweb | Electric | 55 | 95 |
Moves learnt by level up
Voltorb learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Arceus at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Thunder Shock | Electric | 40 | 100 | |
5 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
9 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
15 | Spark | Electric | 65 | 100 | |
21 | Energy Ball | Grass | 90 | 100 | |
29 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
37 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
47 | Self-Destruct | Normal | 200 | 100 |
Move Tutor moves
Voltorb can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Legends: Arceus from move tutors:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Charge Beam | Electric | 50 | 90 | |
Energy Ball | Grass | 90 | 100 | |
Ice Ball | Ice | 30 | 90 | |
Magical Leaf | Grass | 60 | ∞ | |
Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
Wild Charge | Electric | 90 | 100 |
Voltorb sprites
Type | Generation 1 | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Normal | — | ||||||||
Shiny | — | — | — |
Where to find Voltorb
Red Blue |
Route 10, Power Plant |
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Yellow | Power Plant |
Gold Silver Crystal |
Route 10, Olivine City, Team Rocket HQ |
Ruby Sapphire |
New Mauville |
FireRed LeafGreen |
Route 10, Power Plant |
Emerald | New Mauville |
Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Route 218 |
HeartGold SoulSilver |
Route 10, Olivine City, Team Rocket HQ |
Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
X Y |
Breed Electrode |
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Route 110, New Mauville |
Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Breed Electrode |
Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Power Plant |
Sword Shield |
Not available in this game |
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Route 218, Spacious Cave, Dazzling Cave, Stargleam Cavern |
Legends: Arceus | Sacred Plaza |
Scarlet Violet |
East Province (Area Three), West Province (Area Three) |
Answers to Voltorb questions
- I traded for a lvl. 100 shiny voltorb how can I evolve it into electrode?
- Is voltorb a living Poke Ball ?
- In the Voltorb Flip Game, is there a set number of Voltorbs per level?
- How many levels of the Voltorb Minesweeper are there in HG/SS?
- How many levels are there on voltorb flip?
- Is the breeding for voltorb special?
- Does Wattson have any attacking patterns?
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Other languages
English | Voltorb |
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Japanese | ビリリダマ (Biriridama) |
German | Voltobal |
French | Voltorbe |
Italian | Voltorb |
Spanish | Voltorb |
Korean | 찌리리공 (jjiririgong) |
Chinese (Simplified) | 霹雳电球 |
Chinese (Traditional) | 霹靂電球 |
English |
Ball Pokémon Sphere Pokémon |
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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
- volt
- unit of electricity
- orb
- spherical object