Stats & Training
Eelektrik's spread isn't flashy. Attack leads, Speed trails, 1 stats clear the bar. Moderately hard to find and worth 2 Attack EVs, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
They coil around foes and shock them with electricity-generating organs that seem simply to be circular patterns.
These Pokémon have a big appetite. When they spot their prey, they attack it and paralyze it with electricity.
Eelektrik Weakness
Eelektrik's Electric typing leaves it vulnerable to Ground. Its Electric typing keeps the defensive matchups simple. Levitate grants an additional Ground immunity, reshaping the matchup chart.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Electric, Flying, Steel |
 Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Eelektrik View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x136-161%KO Dig 2x109-129%KO Bulldoze 2x84-99% Sand Tomb 2x49-58% | ||
 Zygarde DragonGround | B | |
Obtain MethodRoute 16 Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Eelektrik View Zygarde builds →Earthquake 2x109-129%KO Land's Wrath 2x98-116%KO Dig 2x87-103%KO Bulldoze 2x67-79% | ||
 Krookodile GroundDark | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Eelektrik View Krookodile builds →Earthquake 2x124-146%KO Dig 2x100-118%KO Bulldoze 2x76-90% Sand Tomb 2x45-54% | ||
 Flygon GroundDragon | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Eelektrik View Flygon builds →Earthquake 2x109-129%KO Earth Power 2x84-99% Bulldoze 2x67-79% Sand Tomb 2x40-47% | ||
 Mudsdale Ground | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Eelektrik View Mudsdale builds →Earthquake 2x131-154%KO High Horsepower 2x125-148%KO Bulldoze 2x80-94% Mud-Slap 2x16-19% | ||
In Sun & Moon, Excadrill can KO Eelektrik with Earthquake (167-197%). Garchomp threatens a KO with Earthquake (163-192%).
 Excadrill GroundSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMold Breaker ItemFocus Sash NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Eelektrik View Excadrill builds →Earthquake 2x167-197%KO Rapid Spin28-33% | ||
Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Eelektrik View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x163-192%KO Stone Edge54-64% | ||
Sun & Moon Evolution
Eelektrik is partway through a three-stage line between Tynamo and Eelektross. The chain involves an evolution item, so it's not a straightforward grind. So far, HP got the biggest boost (+30 from Tynamo). The final form adds another 110 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Eelektrik to get Tynamo eggs easily using 52 partners from the Indeterminate egg group.
Sun & Moon Eelektrik Best Moveset
Best Build
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Moves
Eelektrik develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Thunderbolt and Wild Charge show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Eelektrik in Sun & Moon
Eelektrik isn't available in the wild in Sun & Moon. Start by transferring Tynamo from Black, Black 2, or Scarlet. The evolution path from Tynamo to Eelektrik is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Eelektrik in Sun & Moon
Step 1Obtain TynamoAlso found in:
Step 2Eelektrik ✓
Eelektrik Guide
In Sun & Moon, Eelektrik isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Eelektross to unlock its full potential. At 405 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
In Sun & Moon, watch for Garchomp (Ground) when using Eelektrik. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. At base 40 Speed, Eelektrik won't outrun any of these threats so switching to a resist is usually the safer play.
In Sun & Moon, Tynamo evolves into Eelektrik at level 39. Eelektrik evolves into Eelektross using a Thunder Stone. Eelektrik is a middle-stage evolution in the Tynamo line.
In Sun & Moon, Run Levitate on Eelektrik. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche.
In Sun & Moon, Eelektrik fills the trick room role. It's a mixed attacker with base 85 Attack and 75 Sp. Atk. Base 40 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Game Availability
Introduced in Black & White, Eelektrik has appeared in 9 games across 6 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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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